Arsenale Platino - 6221590C

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The metal unknown to antiquity

Discovered along the rivers of South America, platinum was resistant to fire and difficult to work with. The conquistadors called it platina, or “little silver,” unaware of its true worth. In 1557, Giulio Cesare Scaliger—a physician and humanist active in the Republic of Venice—described it in Europe for the first time as an unknown metal that could not be melted. For over a century it remained a mystery, until advances in metallurgy revealed its true value: one of the rarest and most durable metals in the world.

Platinum’s physical and chemical properties

Dense, ductile, incorruptible. Platinum is one of the most stable metals in nature: it resists oxidation, remains unchanged when exposed to air, water, or acids, and maintains its integrity even at high temperatures. It has one of the highest densities among noble metals, making it noticeably heavier and confirming its solidity. It doesn’t tarnish, deform, or lose its structure even when worked into thin layers. For these reasons, it is used in highly demanding fields—from aerospace technology to fine watchmaking—where precision and reliability are essential.

Tumbling and galvanic treatment: our finishing process

Each dial starts from a brass base, which undergoes a tumbling process to create its texture—a rippled, intentionally imperfect surface that’s unique to every piece. After careful polishing, the disc is immersed in an electrolytic solution containing platinum. The galvanic treatment forms a uniform, durable layer that settles along the surface’s irregularities, preserving its distinctive texture.

The metal unknown to antiquity

Discovered along the rivers of South America, platinum was resistant to fire and difficult to work with. The conquistadors called it platina, or “little silver,” unaware of its true worth. In 1557, Giulio Cesare Scaliger—a physician and humanist active in the Republic of Venice—described it in Europe for the first time as an unknown metal that could not be melted. For over a century it remained a mystery, until advances in metallurgy revealed its true value: one of the rarest and most durable metals in the world.

Platinum’s physical and chemical properties

Dense, ductile, incorruptible. Platinum is one of the most stable metals in nature: it resists oxidation, remains unchanged when exposed to air, water, or acids, and maintains its integrity even at high temperatures. It has one of the highest densities among noble metals, making it noticeably heavier and confirming its solidity. It doesn’t tarnish, deform, or lose its structure even when worked into thin layers. For these reasons, it is used in highly demanding fields—from aerospace technology to fine watchmaking—where precision and reliability are essential.

Tumbling and galvanic treatment: our finishing process

Each dial starts from a brass base, which undergoes a tumbling process to create its texture—a rippled, intentionally imperfect surface that’s unique to every piece. After careful polishing, the disc is immersed in an electrolytic solution containing platinum. The galvanic treatment forms a uniform, durable layer that settles along the surface’s irregularities, preserving its distinctive texture.

Cal. V3250

The V3250 automatic calibre (manufactured by Soprod SA and based on the M100) combines the reliability of Swiss Made mechanics with fine regulation between ±4 and +6 seconds per day. It offers a 42-hour power reserve and a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, ensuring smooth and consistent timekeeping. Sandblasted bridges and a skeletonised rotor with rhodium plating reflect a functional and solid aesthetic. Each watch equipped with the V3250 is assembled in our Atelier in Italy by Daniele Zorzetto, a master watchmaker specialised in the construction and regulation of mechanical movements.

FREQUENCY

28.800 bph (4 Hz)

POWER RESERVE

42 hours

ANTISHOCK

Incabloc

ACCURACY

-4/+6 seconds per day

THICKNESS

3.6mm

Wrist ergonomics

With a diameter of 40 mm, a thickness of just 9.95 mm, and a lug-to-lug distance of 48 mm, Arsenale is designed to offer a balanced fit on a wide range of wrists. Its compact proportions, combined with the linear geometry of the case and the integrated bracelet, ensure both comfort and visual continuity.

A combination of advanced finishes

Arsenale Platino merges elements of classic watchmaking — such as polished Dauphine hands and a mirror-finished knurled bezel — with more technical and contemporary features. The bracelet links feature sharp vertical brushing, highlighted by polished bevels on both sides. The case also alternates brushed surfaces with cleanly finished edges, defining the volumes with precision. Every link, both central and H-shaped, is beveled on both sides to ensure visual consistency.

Technical specifications

CASE

Ø40 mm, lug-to-lug 44 mm, total thickness 9.95 mm

MATERIAL

316L Stainless Steel

DIAL

Platinum galvanic treatment, rippled finish

MOVEMENT

Swiss Made V3250 (Base: Soprod M100) Automatic, 3 Hands with No Date Function

LUMINOUS MATERIAL

Swiss-Made BGW9 Super-LumiNova®

Architectural legacy

The oldest shipyard of the future

The bezel of the Arsenale features a knurled motif inspired by the crenellations of the towers at the historic Venetian shipyard. This architectural reference, reinterpreted with a modern approach, gives the design a bold, recognizable identity and reinforces its link to history.

Production Process

After galvanic treatment, each dial undergoes rigorous inspection to ensure the platinum layer is uniform and flawless. During the assembly phase, indexes and the logo are applied by hand with micrometric precision. Every detail is checked multiple times, concluding with a final inspection before the dial becomes part of the complete timepiece.