Purple Panda and California Blue: Czapek Expands the Faubourg de Cracovie with a LE Duo
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In terms of color, the year 2022 has been a good one so far. We have already seen a plethora of cool colorways in entirely new watch models and in variations of existing ones. Czapek & Cie. also refreshens one of their classics, the Faubourg de Cracovie chronograph, with two new color options, one with a purple dial, the other one with a blue watch face.
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As its name suggests, the signature guilloche pattern of the aptly nicknamed Purple Panda called “Résonance” shines in an intense purple hue. Its intersecting circular lines, applied by a rose-engine lathe, form a pattern of bas-relief squares that make for a magnificent backdrop for the two chronograph counters and the subsidiary seconds with date indication at 6 o’clock.
The California Blue execution offers a more decent variation of the beloved dial that is distinguished by a mix of Roman and Arabic numerals. Here, the finely grained surface comes in a deep blue hue.
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Both timepieces are powered by Czapek’s SXH3 automatic caliber, made by Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier in a bespoke execution. Oscillating at 36,000 vibrations per hour, this integrated column-wheel chronograph with vertical clutch has earned a C.O.S.C. chronometer certificate and amasses a power reserve of 65 hours. Its immaculate finishing and decorations, such as sandblasting and snailed finish, can be admired through the exhibition case back.
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Limited to 18 pieces each and delivered on a leather strap, both of Czapek’s stainless-steel Faubourg de Cracovie chronographs retail for $32,800.
To learn more, visit Czapek & Cie, here.