ARKRAFT Handmade Watch “Pivo Small” Black Dial Premium Strap [AR-C-013-BK]

Name: ARKRAFT Handmade Watch “Pivo Small” Black Dial Premium Strap [AR-C-013-BK]
Brand: ARKRAFT（アークラフト）
Price: 261.83 AUD
Availability: InStock

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Hidekazu Araki of "ARKRAFT" is a watchmaker who creates watches by hand, one by one, in Taito Ward, Tokyo, which is known as a town of artisans for leather goods and metal crafts.

The brand name "ARKRAFT" is derived from Araki's abbreviated signature "ARK," "kraft" meaning productive or creative power in German, and "ar-," the root word for art and arm meaning connection or fit. While following the design based on the tradition of wristwatches, each watch is carefully crafted with the aim of incorporating the flavor and warmth of handmade products.

Araki studied watch making and repair under Koji Shinohara, a pioneer of handmade watches and representative of the Japan Handcraft watch Association (JHA), before going independent in Kuramae, Taito Ward, Tokyo. He makes watches with timeless designs that add a touch of playfulness to handmade watches, such as watches with basic designs with parts of the dial burned and handwritten numbers added, and watches with cases carefully and minutely hammered to create an expressive finish. In addition, he mainly uses brass cases and high-quality vegetable-tanned leather for the straps, which deepen in character with use.

Araki's watches, which combine universality and originality, can be worn for both casual and business occasions and can be worn by both men and women. The watches, which are made through a time-consuming process, give you a warmth and comfort that you cannot get from a ready-made product, and you can enjoy the changes that occur over time.

A humorous design of the gears that make a watch work

*The position and design of the gears on the dial may differ from the photo.
<<Click on the image to enlarge>>

This handmade watch features a cute, random dot pattern dial design. You can choose from two types of dial: a black dial with holes and a gear pattern on a white mother-of-pearl base painted black, or a white dial with the opposite pattern.

According to the creator, Araki, the clown was a kind of brand character before the current ARCRAFT logo design was created.

This clown, with such an episode in his story, made his debut in a performance in which he was shown manipulating the gears that are essential to running a clock as if they were a throwing lasso.

The subtly iridescent white mother-of-pearl (shell) dial is elegant. The playful design adds to this unique piece.

A 30mm case size that's perfect for those who like smaller watches

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Back

Wearing (female, arm circumference approx. 13 cm)

The Small model has a case size of 28mm, perfect for slender women. Of course, the strap is also designed to be slim to match the case, making it even cuter than the Medium model.

The buckle metal part is made of antique brass, giving it a nice atmosphere. It matches well with high-quality belts.

You can choose the color of the belt. The atmosphere changes depending on the color, so it's fun to choose.

The belt is made of vegetable tanned cowhide leather from a long-established Italian tannery. Each piece of leather is high quality and will age differently over time. The belt is stitched.

Tempesti Maine

Made from two layers of leather, thickness approx. 3mm / stitching color is dark brown

"Maine" is a vegetable tanned leather made by Tempesti in Tuscany, Italy, using raw hides from Northern Europe. It has a transparent finish with excellent flexibility. Tempesti is a thin leather, just under 2mm thick, so the back of the belt is made of two layers of leather, with a layer of lacette-tanned pigskin that is gentle on the skin and sewn together.

Doraro

Double layered leather, 3mm thick, dark brown stitching

"Doraro" is made by embossing and processing the Buttero leather of the Italian company Walpier. Walpier is most famous for its Buttero leather, and "Doraro" is made by using Buttero leather as a base, embossing it with a grained texture, and then processing it further.
Embossing not only gives the leather a rough texture, it also makes the surface somewhat harder and firmer, making it less prone to scratches.
Furthermore, applying a little more heat will create a more shaded appearance, and even though it is tanned leather, the absorption of small amounts of water will be slower and stronger.
As you use it, the luster will improve and the color will change, so you can enjoy the aging process.

Pueblo

Double layered leather, 3mm thick, dark brown stitching

"Pueblo" is a vegetable tanned leather made by Badarassi Carro in Florence, Italy, using the traditional "Vacchetta" method, in which oil extracted from cow's legs is slowly soaked into the leather. Each piece of leather is sanded by hand, giving it a unique uneven texture and vintage look. The more you use it, the more it develops a character that can't be found with other leathers.
Pueblo is a thin leather, just under 2mm thick, so the back of the belt is made of two layers of leather, with lacette-tanned pigskin, which is gentle on the skin, attached and sewn together.

Havana

Double layered leather, 3mm thick, dark brown stitching
*Due to the manufacturing process, there may be greater individual differences in the finish than with other leathers, but please be aware that this is a characteristic of this leather.

"Havana" is a leather made by BADARASSI Carlo in Florence, Italy, using the traditional "Vacchetta" method, in which vegetable tanned cowhide is slowly soaked in oil. It is made by recreating a classic recipe that has been handed down since the 18th century, when leather was made to be used for furniture, tools, and clothing. No effort is spared, resulting in a striking finish that retains the original strength and expression of leather, and the appearance changes clearly as you use it, making it a leather that you will grow to love.
Havana leather is a thin leather, just under 2mm thick, so the back of the belt is made of two layers of leather, with a layer of skin-friendly lacette-tanned pigskin sewn on top. The leather is characterized by its uneven grain. The color of the raised areas is darker. The leather has a calm look and a slight sheen.

LeBron

Double layered leather, 3mm thick, dark brown stitching

"Revlon" is a vegetable tanned leather manufactured by Ottocento in Italy. Revlon has a vintage feel from the start and develops a wonderful luster with use. It is a relatively soft leather.
This leather is characterized by its uneven grain. The raised areas are darker in color. The leather has a calm look and a slight sheen.

Tempesty Babel

"Babel" is oil-tanned leather by Tempesti. It is machine-filed vertically and horizontally to create a unique cloth-like pattern. The leather changes color quickly over time. Enjoy the color change as it matures the more you wear it.

Precautions for ordering and handling


・	Generally, production begins after an order is placed, and delivery takes approximately one month, depending on the order status and the artist's schedule for solo exhibitions, etc. For information on stock status and delivery times, please feel free to contact us here .
・	The strap used for this watch is made of leather that has been tanned using natural vegetable tanning agents, so there may be individual differences in color, etc. Please be aware that this is a characteristic of the material.
・	During gift-giving seasons such as Christmas, Valentine's Day, and White Day, production tends to take longer. If you are considering purchasing as a gift, please take the delivery time into consideration when placing your order.
・	This product is not waterproof, so please be careful when using it on rainy days or when working around water.
・	Since each item is handmade, there may be slight differences in the details of each product. We hope you will understand this as one of the characteristics and charms of handmade watches and place your order accordingly.
・	The warranty period is one year from the date of purchase. However, this only applies to internal failures, and does not cover exterior parts such as the case or belt.

Item Number	AR-C-013-BK
Functions and Materials	[Windshield] Reinforced acrylic lens [Case] Brass [Back cover] Stainless steel [Movement] SEIKO pc21 quartz movement (battery-powered) [Belt] Cowhide
size	[Dial] Diameter: Approx. 22mm [Case] Diameter: Maximum approx. 28mm / Thickness: Approx. 11mm [Belt] Width: Maximum approx. 14.5 mm / Thickness: Approx. 3.5 mm / Suitable arm circumference: Approx. 11 cm to 16 cm [Weight] Approx. 28g

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ARKRAFT is a watch maker who creates each and every watch by hand, and Hidekazu Araki of the company makes these handmade watches. The watches are timeless in design and feature the unique charm and playfulness of being handmade.

It is recommended not only for yourself, but also as a gift for birthdays, Christmas, Valentine's Day, White Day, etc. If you would like gift wrapping, please let us know in the comments section (free entry section) when ordering.

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