Antarctique Passage de Drake Afterglow

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About this reference

The 26th of May 2020, Czapek released the Antarctique Terre Adélie, the very first model of the Antarctique collection, a new range of watches that exudes a feeling of preciousness but could also be worn and admired in everyday life. Now, Czapek & Cie is proud to present its new version: The Passage de Drake. Named after the English explorer Sir Francis Drake, the Drake Passage connects the Atlantic and Pacific oceans between Cape Horn (the southernmost point of South American) and the South Shetland Islands of the Antarctic. The stormy seas and icy conditions make it one of the most challenging places to navigate and sailors say to prepare yourself for an experience somewhere between bad and terrifying! The creation of these timepieces has not only been a technical adventure but a human one. Czapek & Cie considers its suppliers to be partners and refers to them as such. The brand is also truly appreciative of its 200+ shareholders, without whom the adventure would never have even started. And last but not least, it is grateful for all the watch connoisseurs who have chosen to purchase a Czapek & Cie timepiece, selecting something different from the mainstream. When it comes to collecting, Czapek collects rare people who have become part of the journey, every step of the way. Overview: Limited edition: 100 pieces; Reference (site code): CZ-6847; Collection: Antarctique; Listing status: Archive. Functions: 1.: Hours, minutes and central seconds; 2.: Date at 6 o’clock. Movement: 1.: Caliber SXH5: in-house self-winding mechanical movement; 2.: Diameter: 30 mm – 13 lines ¼; 3.: Height: 4.2 mm; 4.: Number of parts: 193; 5.: Jewels: 28; 6.: Swiss lever escapement, variable-inertia balance wheel regulated by 4 small cylindrical inertia-blocks; 7.: Frequency: 4 Hz – 28800 VpH; 8.: Power winding system: micro-rotor with a recycled platinum mass; 9.: Power reserve: 60 hours, one single barrel; 10.: Barrel torque: 8.8 Nmm. Case: 1.: 40.5mm steel case; 2.: Height: 10.6 mm; 3.: Sapphire crystal glass-box with anti-reflective treatment; 4.: Sapphire case back with anti-reflective treatment on the inner side; 5.: Water resistance: 120m; 6.: Screwed-down crown. Dial: 1.: Stampe