[Pre-Order] Aurora of Arthur – AR002A
€ 460 – € 560
Estimated delivery: Dec 2023
Discover Aurora of Arthur by Valimor, inspired by King Arthur’s valiant spirit. Each independently developed component tells its own tale — from its captivating fumé dial crafted from natural mother-of-pearl, to its dragon scale casing. They’re all packaged in one of the most beautiful, design-patented, hand-tooled timepieces you’ll have ever seen, making it a unique and precise jewelry timepiece for watch lovers and collectors.
SPECIFICATIONS
Reference: AR002A
Certification: EUIPO Design Patent
Award: MUSE Design Awards – Gold Winner
Dial: Natural Mother Of Peral
Case: Ø40 mm – 316L Stainless Steel
Ceramic Insert : Engraved And Lume Filled
Bezel: 60 Click Unidirectional
Hands: Diamond-Cut Hands
Bracelet: Integrated quick release spring bars
Glass: Domed Sapphire Crystal with 3 AR Coating
Luminous: Swiss Super-LumiNova®
Crown Crystal: Swarovski®
Water Resistant: 10 ATM (100 m)
Caliber: Japan-Made Miyota 82S7 Automatic
Functions: Hour / Minute / Small Second / 24H Display
Hacking Seconds: Yes
Jewels: 21
Thickness: 13mm (Without Crystal)
Lug Width: 22mm
Frequency: 21,600vph
Power-reserve: 42hours
Limited edition of 50 pieces, each with a unique serial number.
Wherever your journey takes you, VALIMOR® is by your side to craft your adventure.
Gold Award - International Design Competition
Presented by the International Design Awards Association (IAA), it was nominated by professional jurors from 17 countries and ultimately judged rigorously by a panel of 60 experts. The collection was recognised for its innovation and design excellence.
Patented Design Inspired by the Dragon Scale Armour of Arthurian Legend
Reliable Heartbeat: Experience Open-Heart Automatic
Unveiling the steady pulse of the Aurora of Arthur collection with MIYOTA 82S7 automatic mechanical movement. Improved rotor weight ensures stability and lasting performance. Drawing from Arthurian legend, the rotor features a 3D double dragon engraving, merging past with present. See the consistent mechanism action through the display back, a mix of reliable function and gothic touch crafted for endurance.
Dark-hued fumé mother-of-pearl – A realm of mystery
Explore the intriguing design of the watch's dial, rooted in Arthurian legends. The dark fumé mother-of-pearl surface paired with multifaceted indexes creates a compelling display, enriched by a triple-layer structure. Luminescent hands and indexes offer a subtle glow, hinting at tales of bravery amid a play of light and shadow. The dial showcases a blend of rugged durability and captivating aesthetics, inviting a closer look into its mystique.
Medieval typeface redesign
Drawing from the Arthurian period, we've crafted a fresh typeface for the bezel numerals, mirroring the medieval typography with its upright, sharp, and angular lines.
Sword of the Stone-Inspired Watch Hands
Utilizing DIAMOND-CUT technology, the hands are precisely crafted, with a semi-polishing technique often found in high-end watches. This method leaves one side polished, the other brushed, enhancing the hands' contrast against the dial for improved legibility across various lighting conditions, ensuring an effortless time reading.
316L Stainless Steel Bracelet
This bracelet reflects our commitment to quality craftsmanship and continuous innovation, shaped with the support of our global community and Kickstarter backers. Made from durable 316L steel, each link is sturdy. The premium double push butterfly clasp ensures secure and easy fastening, while the innovative quick-release mechanism allows for effortless strap replacement to match your style, no additional tools needed.
Japanese NBR Rubber Strap
In collaboration with Viking totem artist Arkadiy Welesov, we offer a Gothic-style NBR rubber strap inspired by the 'Sword in the Stone' legend. This strap, melding style and function, provides comfort, water resistance, and durability. Its quick-release feature allows easy strap changes, enabling a seamless switch to the iconic dragon scale design stainless steel strap without the need for tools.
Vintage Italian Leather Strap
Made from an Italian calf leather that has a wonderful vintage look to it. The straps are hand stitched with a contrasting colour and lined with soft beige nubuck leather. A perfect choice for Aurora of Arthur watch. All straps are equipped with a Quick Release Pin, so you don't need any tools to change the strap. You can easily switch between different straps.
Swiss Super-LumiNova®
In the Aurora of Arthur Series, bezel markers, hour indexes and hands feature Swiss Super-LumiNova®, a high-quality luminous pigment, ensuring clear readability in low light, adding a functional yet subtle nod to Arthurian mystique.
Sapphire Crystal (with Anti-glare Coating)
The Aurora of Arthur Series features sapphire crystal glass with a three-layer anti-glare coating for enhanced clarity. Known for its excellent scratch resistance, this synthetic sapphire is created from pure alumina, ensuring transparency akin to natural quartz. Precisely shaped and polished, it serves as the durable and clear watch glass in our timepieces.
Arthurian Legend-Inspired Presentation Box
Each Aurora of Arthur watch comes in a custom storybook presentation box, hinting at Arthurian tales. Inside, along with the watch, you'll find user-friendly multilingual instructions, an illustrated Arthurian legend book by North Macedonian artist Ana Gyorgyiyoska, a certificate of authenticity with a unique serial number, and a warranty card. For buyers of our steel strap model, a strap adjustment tool is also included for immediate wear.