Arsenale Calendario
A new architecture takes shape with the introduction of the automatic calendar, a complication that allows the day, date, and month to be read at a glance. The dial is constructed on multiple levels: symmetrical subdials, a power reserve indicator at 12 o'clock, and, at 6 o'clock, the 24-hour display is reinterpreted through a day-night disc defined by a sapphire crescent secured by two screws. This unconventional construction solution introduces depth and order while maintaining immediate readability.
- Availability: from April 27th
- Price: 1400 USD
Inside the dial, the day-night indicator at 6 o'clock introduces a different reading than traditional calendars. Instead of the classic 24-hour hand, the function is reinterpreted as a mechanical construction. A dedicated disc represents the alternation between light and darkness, while the sapphire crystal crescent, secured with two screws, defines the transition. This design solution integrates the function into the structure of the dial, maintaining a clear and intuitive readability.
The design is based on a precise approach, inspired by the logic of the Venice Arsenal: modularity, sequence, and control. The automatic calendar defines the layout of the information, while the day-night disc at 6 o'clock introduces a cyclical reading of time. At 12 o'clock, the power reserve indicator is a distinctive and unconventional element, integrated into the structure of the dial. The sapphire crystal half-moon, secured with screws, makes the function visible and defines its operation, contributing to a solid and durable structure.
The indicator at 12 o'clock is designed to integrate with the logo without altering its position or visual presence. The hand features a raised neck that allows it to slide over the cross and complete its travel without interference. The geometry responds to a precise functional logic: keeping the logo at the center of the dial, ensuring a constant reading of the power reserve. Considering a 42-hour power reserve, the hand's movement extends over an arc of approximately 130°, equal to just over 3° per hour, ensuring a clear and progressive readout.
Inside the dial, the day-night indicator at 6 o'clock introduces a different reading than traditional calendars. Instead of the classic 24-hour hand, the function is reinterpreted as a mechanical construction. A dedicated disc represents the alternation between light and darkness, while the sapphire crystal crescent, secured with two screws, defines the transition. This design solution integrates the function into the structure of the dial, maintaining a clear and intuitive readability.
The design is based on a precise approach, inspired by the logic of the Venice Arsenal: modularity, sequence, and control. The automatic calendar defines the layout of the information, while the day-night disc at 6 o'clock introduces a cyclical reading of time. At 12 o'clock, the power reserve indicator is a distinctive and unconventional element, integrated into the structure of the dial. The sapphire crystal half-moon, secured with screws, makes the function visible and defines its operation, contributing to a solid and durable structure.
The indicator at 12 o'clock is designed to integrate with the logo without altering its position or visual presence. The hand features a raised neck that allows it to slide over the cross and complete its travel without interference. The geometry responds to a precise functional logic: keeping the logo at the center of the dial, ensuring a constant reading of the power reserve. Considering a 42-hour power reserve, the hand's movement extends over an arc of approximately 130°, equal to just over 3° per hour, ensuring a clear and progressive readout.
Technical Details
40 mm, 44 mm lug t lug, 9.6 mm tichkness (glass excluding)
316L Stainless Steel
Double domed sapphire crystal, 1.4 mm thickness
Sunburst finish with concentric subdials, day/ night indicator with a sapphire semi-disc secured by screws
Miyota 9100 automatic, complete calendar with power reserve indicator and re-engineered day/night display
316L Stainless Steel, knurled bezel
5 Atmospheres (50m/164ft)
Screwed crown
The Legacy of Arsenale
The caseback celebrates the Venice Arsenale, a symbol of balance between tradition and innovation. The same principle is reflected in the watch: skeletonized dauphine hands and polished ingot hour markers interact with a contemporary case and integrated bracelet. The alternating satin and polished finishes enhance its technical character, while the dial, with its layered construction and day-night indicator on a sapphire crescent, adds depth. Like the Arsenale, this timepiece also unites different eras in a solid and balanced design.
The oldest shipyard of the future
For centuries, the Venice Arsenal represented one of the most extraordinary examples of innovation applied to manufacturing. Its organizational structure allowed for the optimization of time, resources, and processes, transforming shipbuilding into an efficient and highly specialized process. In workshops, foundries, and assembly spaces, ships, armaments, and essential components for the Venetian fleet were built. It was a place where artisanal know-how and strategic vision coexisted, making Venice a power capable of looking far ahead of its time.
