Faubourg de Cracovie Crossroads
SKU: FDC-CROSSROADS- $42,20000
- Deposit: $1,00000
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Toppers is excited to offer a free extended warranty on the purchase of new watches. This warranty begins when the manufacturer's warranty runs out. As such, Topper Fine Jewelers will provide an additional non-transferable warranty for a period of one year.*
*Restrictions Apply. Service provided anywhere other than at Topper Fine Jewelers or a service center of the original manufacturer is not covered and shall void the warranty. Topper Fine Jewelers will have sole discretion to determine whether the work for the warranty will be performed "in house" by Topper Fine Jewelers or at a repair facility of our choice. The limited warranty does not cover bracelets, crystals, batteries, or any damage to the case or movement caused by moisture that might have entered the watch as a result of improper handling, nor does it apply, on a more general basis, if there is evidence of misuse or abuse. Only Topper Fine Jewelers will determine at its sole discretion to repair any watch under this warranty.
At the crossroad of sport and heritage
With the Faubourg de Cracovie represented as Czapek's primary chronograph, this collection is characterized by a case design with hollowed-out lugs and integrated pushers that embody modern classicism. The introduction of a tachymeter in this new Crossroads reference allows for a creative blend of traditional craftsmanship, like guilloché, with sporty functionality. The tachymeter scale, found around the dial or bezel, enables calculations of speed based on travel time or distance. Historically linked to motorsports, tachymeters became popular on Swiss chronographs in the early 20th century, providing practical benefits for drivers and aviators. Despite modern alternatives, tachymeters remain appealing for those wanting to embrace the spirit of racing or check car speed accuracy, especially on winding roads.
The Faubourg de Cracovie Crossroads dial exemplifies Czapek's dedication to beauty through its intricate texturing and light-reflecting qualities. Adjusting the main dial to fit the tachymeter scale required proportional reductions in the chronograph sub-dials, while a more pronounced flange ensured they remained prominent. Collaborating with Metalem, Czapek developed a new guilloché pattern called "Crossroads," which features straighter, widely spaced lines reminiscent of tire treads, symbolizing its racing heritage.
The Calibre SXH3, created in 2018 by Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier for Czapek's Faubourg de Cracovie line, stands out as a top-tier automatic chronograph movement. Featuring a column wheel, vertical clutch, and a linear zero-resetting hammer, it ensures precise, smooth chronograph operation. Operating at 5Hz (36,000 vph), it allows for accurate measurements to 1/10 of a second, providing enhanced stability. Czapek’s meticulous craftsmanship is evident in the sand-blasted, diamond-polished bridges and the striking contrast between the anthracite finish and the 18-carat pink gold rotor, housed in a 41.5mm stainless steel case.
Specifications
Functions
- Chronograph, Hours, Minutes & Seconds
- Chronograph's Minutes at 3 o'clock
- Chronograph's Hours at 9 o'clock
- Small seconds at 6 o'clock
- Date at 6 o'clock
Movement
- Caliber SXH3: Haute Horlogerie integrated automatic Chronograph movement with a bespoke execution
- Power reserve: 65 hours
- Frequency: 5 Hz - 36'000 VpH
- Column Wheel, Vertical Clutch and Linear Hammer
- Golden Rotor with Czapek logo
- Diameter: 30mm - 13 lines 1/4
- Height: 6.95mm
- Finish: finely sandblasted and diamond polished anthracite bridges, snailed trottoirs
- Certified Chronometer (COSC)
Case & Bracelet
- 41.5mm Stainless Steel Case
- Sapphire crystal Glass-Box with anti-reflective treatment
- Sapphire case back with Anti-reflective treatment on the inner side.
- Water Resistance: 50m
- Alligator Strap with a steel deployant buckle
Dial
- Handcrafted "Crossroads" guilloché pattern inspired by tire treads
- Baton applied indexes with Super Luminova treatment
- 12 in Arabic numerals with Super Luminova treatment
Hands
- Czapek Modern Rodhium plated steel hands, Arrow with Superluminova treatment
- Small second hand with red tip
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