ARKRAFT Watchmaker Hidekazu Araki Handmade Watch “Dennis Medium” Leather Dial Roman Numerals Pueblo Camel [AR-C-028]
[Made to order] 1 month
Mr. Hidekazu Araki of “ARKRAFT” makes watches by hand one by one in Taito Ward, Tokyo, which is known as a town of craftsmen such as leather goods and metal crafts.
The brand name "ARKRAFT" is derived from Mr. Araki's abbreviated signature "ARK", the German word "kraft" which means productive and creative power, and the etymology of "art" and "arm". Derived from "ar-" which means connection or adaptation. While following the design based on the tradition of wristwatches, we are always conscious of fusing the taste and warmth that are unique to handmade products.
Mr. Araki studied under Mr. Koji Shinohara, a pioneer of hand-made watches and representative of JHA (Japan Handcraft watch Association). .
Hand-written numbers have been added to the basic design of the dial. We are working on a watch with a sense of fun. In addition, the material of the case is brass, and the belt is mainly made of high-quality leather tanned with vegetable tannins, and the taste will deepen with use.
Mr. Araki's watches, which combine universality and originality, can be used casually or for business, and can be worn by both men and women. It gives you a warmth and healing that you can't find in ready-made products, and you can enjoy the time as it changes over time.
Dial made of Italian leather. The numbers are branded. |
The Roman numerals are branded and have an antique feel.
The dial and belt are made of Pueblo leather from Badalassi Carlo, Italy.
The dial retains the color of the leather at the time of manufacture, and the color of the belt deepens as it is used, so you can enjoy the gradation of aging.
The safe all-brown color makes it easy to use for both work and private use, and it is an item that you will want to use for a long time.
It is a case with an antique design made of blackened brass.
The printed numbers are uneven and look a little three-dimensional.
The back cover is made of stainless steel, which is less likely to cause allergies.
The windshield uses a reinforced acrylic lens that is scratch resistant and transparent, making it very easy to see.
Stitch type carefully finished leather belt |
The belt is relatively soft even when not in use and fits your arm immediately.
The belt clasp is dark brown and two-tone.
Whole, front and back (click to enlarge)
The leather pueblo used is nubuck leather with a sanded surface that has a vintage feel and a wonderful luster when used for a long time.
A warm antique atmosphere that does not make you feel the inorganicness of metal |
Brown color that blends well with the skin, and a slightly small size recommended for women.
The calm color and simple design of the dial will not stand out even in formal occasions such as suits. It's a daily item that you'll want to wear every day, both on and off days.
It is an easy-to-use watch that does not choose age, gender, or fashion. Recommended for those who like leather, but also for couples and couples.
Not only for yourself, but also as a gift for birthdays, anniversaries, entrance celebrations, employment celebrations, retirement celebrations, Christmas, Valentine's Day, White Day, Mother's Day, Father's Day, etc.
We have two types, large and medium. |
Click here for the slightly larger “Dennis Large” [AR-C-027]
Function/Material/Size |
Function/Material | [Movement] Quartz (made in Japan), 3 hands [Dial] Cowhide (Pueblo) [Windshield] Reinforced acrylic lens [Case] Brass [Back cover] Stainless steel [Belt] Cowhide (Pueblo) |
size | [Case] Dial diameter: about 27 mm / case diameter: about 33 mm / thickness: about 9.7 mm [Belt] Maximum width: about 18 mm / thickness: about 4.2 mm [Corresponding arm circumference] Maximum about 17.5 cm / Minimum about 14.5 cm *If you would like an arm circumference of 17.5cm or more, please enter your desired size in the remarks column when purchasing. |
Producing area | Made in Japan (Domestic) |
Points to note |
Basically, it will be produced after ordering, and it will take about a month to deliver, although it will change depending on the order status and the schedule of the artist's solo exhibition. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions, such as stock status or arrival time.
The belt used in this watch is leather finished using a natural vegetable tanning agent, so there may be individual differences in color tone. As a characteristic of the material, we appreciate your understanding in advance.
Christmas, Valentine's Day, and the gift season before White Day tend to take longer to produce. If you are thinking of giving it as a gift, please consider the delivery date before ordering.
It is not waterproof, so please be careful when working on rainy days or around water.
Because each item is handmade, the details may differ slightly from item to item. We would appreciate it if you could order it after understanding that it is one of the features and charms of handmade watches.
The warranty period is one year from the date of purchase. However, only internal failures are covered by the warranty, and external parts such as cases and belts are not covered by the warranty.