Czapek returns to the address where François Czapek founded his first Geneva company, opening a new flagship on the Quai des Bergues.
Czapek today introduces the Quai des Bergues “Midnight in Geneva” in a new 40.5mm steel case, limited to 18 pieces, as its new boutique opens on the quay. The first edition, in 2019, marked Czapek’s first modern Geneva boutique, with a 42.5mm case.
The dark blue aventurine dial appears in this diameter for the first time. Rather than carve cavities into the stone, Czapek cuts the dial through and sets the sub-dials on a base plate just 0.4mm thick. Inside is the hand-wound Calibre SXH1, with more than 168 hours of power reserve.
Live Teams designed the new boutique around shared tables and open display stands, with no counter separating visitor from collection. “Coming back here is a statement about what we stand for,” says CEO Xavier de Roquemaurel.
As in 2019, the 18 pieces still point to Rue de la Corraterie 18, Czapek’s first address in the city.
The Basics
Brand: Czapek
Model: Quai des Bergues “Midnight in Geneva”
Diameter: 40.5mm
Thickness: 11.9mm (9.5mm perceived)
Case material: Stainless steel
Dial: Dark blue aventurine, domed; elongated Roman numerals; Fleur-de-Lys hands in silver powder-coated steel
Water resistance: 50m (5 atm)
Strap: Alligator, stainless steel pin buckle
Limited edition: 18 pieces
The Movement
Calibre: SXH1, proprietary, hand-wound
Functions: Hours and minutes; small seconds at 7:30; power reserve indication with weekdays at 4:30
Winding: Manual
Power reserve: More than 168 hours (7 days) on two barrels
Frequency: 3Hz (21,600 VpH)
Jewels: 31
Images courtesy of Czapek.