Antarctique Passage de Drake ‘Sahara Sands’

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About this reference

The Czapek Antarctique S Passage de Drake Sahara Sands is a true masterpiece of high-end watchmaking, featuring a 38.5mm stainless steel case with an integrated bracelet. Inspired by the desert’s natural beauty, this timepiece features applied Hindo-Arabic numerals at 12, 3, and 9 o’clock, a distinctive detail that enhances its sporty elegant design. The dial’s intricate "Stairway to Eternity" pattern—registered and exclusive to Czapek—adds a layer of refinement to this mechanical watch. The date display at 6 o’clock is harmoniously aligned with matching Hindo-Arabic numerals, emphasizing the watch’s impeccable craftsmanship. This exclusive model is limited to just 25 pieces per dial color—salmon or glacier blue. Every detail of the Antarctique S Passage de Drake Sahara Sands has been meticulously designed to offer more than just a timepiece; it’s a celebration of fine mechanical watchmaking. The date window at 6 o’clock maintains Czapek's signature vertical symmetry, ensuring both elegance and functionality. The watch hands are sword-shaped, sporty yet legible, while the three-dimensional indexes provide depth and texture. The 38.5mm case integrates a unique double ‘trompe l'oeil’ curve, pushing the boundaries of luxury watch design. Equipped with an EasyRelease system, the steel bracelet allows effortless strap changes, whether you prefer leather or rubber, both featuring a m Overview: Limited edition: 25 pieces; Reference (site code): CZ-7977; Collection: Antarctique; Listing status: Watch Finder. Functions: 1.: Hours, Minutes & Seconds; 2.: Date at 6 o’clock. Movement: 1.: Calibre SXH5: Czapek’s in house self-winding mechanical movement; 2.: Swiss lever escapement, variable-inertia balance fitted with four gold inertia-blocks; 3.: Power reserve > 60 hours on one single barrel; 4.: Frequency: 4Hz – 28'800 VpH; 5.: Power winding system: Micro-rotor with an 100% recycled platinum mass; 6.: Barrel torque: 8.8 Nmm; 7.: Diameter: 30 mm - 13 lines ¼; 8.: Height: 4.2 mm; 9.: Number of components: 193; 10.: Number of jewels: 28. Case: 1.: 38.5mm steel case; 2.: Height: 10.6 mm; 3.: Sapphire crystal glass-box with anti-reflective treatment; 4.: Sapphire crystal case-b