Arsenale Calendario

- Category
- Challenge
- Case
- Steel
- Movement
- Self-winding mechanical Power reserve: 42 h, 28800 vph
- Functions
- Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date, Day, Month, Power reserve indicator, Day/Night
- Size
- ø 40 mm
- Thickness
- 11 mm
- Water resistance
- 50 m
- Reference
- 6221581C
- Price
- 1,200 CHF
Description
Arsenale Calendario Burgundy Red represents the most refined expression of the collection to date, combining mechanical complexity with a strong focus on visual harmony and architectural depth.
Its burgundy red soleil dial introduces a warmer and more theatrical interpretation of the Arsenale identity. The surface shifts continuously under light, revealing deep ruby reflections that enhance the multi-layered construction of the display while reinforcing the watch’s contemporary character.
The complete calendar layout has been entirely integrated within a redesigned dial architecture conceived around symmetry and legibility. Day and month indications are positioned on balanced concentric sub-dials, creating a clean and intuitive visual structure, while the date numerals have been reduced and refined to preserve the overall elegance of the composition.
At 12 o’clock, the power reserve indicator becomes a defining technical and aesthetic element. Its elevated hand is engineered to move above the applied Venezianico cross, preserving the visibility of the emblem while adding an additional level of spatial depth to the display.
At 6 o’clock, the traditional 24-hour indication is reinterpreted through a rotating day-night disc positioned beneath a sapphire half-moon bridge secured by visible screws. This construction creates a dynamic interaction between transparency, mechanics and light, allowing the transition between day and night to become part of the visual experience while maintaining constant visibility of the rotating disc beneath.
The 40mm case in 316L stainless steel preserves the slim proportions of the Arsenale collection with a thickness of only 9.6mm, enhanced by a 1.4mm double-domed sapphire crystal that amplifies reflections and reinforces the sensation of depth across the dial architecture. The integrated Canova Concept™ bracelet extends the geometric continuity of the case, ensuring a fluid and balanced presence on the wrist.
Powering the watch is the Miyota 9100 automatic calibre, combining complete calendar, power reserve and day-night indication, carefully regulated by our team to ensure optimal chronometric performance.
With its rich burgundy tones, layered construction and contemporary interpretation of classical complications, Arsenale Calendario Burgundy Red expresses a distinctive approach to modern calendar watch design, where technical function becomes an integral part of the aesthetic language itself.
Supplied by the brand to the GPHG for its entry.