Arpeggio
An automatic watch for the musically inspired.
Our debut model, designed with music at its heart.
The first 500 units of Arpeggio are designated as the Founders Edition with individual unit numbering to commemorate the beginnings of Rafter Watches. Each Founders Edition watch includes:
- Watch (engraved numbering of 500)
- Calfskin Strap
- Deluxe Watch Box
+ Surprise Extras
DIAL
The dial forms a piece of sheet music with a circular staff marking the hours. The 12 o'clock position features a repeat sign, aligned with the repetition of a clock's 12-hour cycle. The sandblasted finish emulates the texture of fine paper. The cutout apertures evoke the shape of a string instrument's sound holes and allow visibility of the movement, where a precise rhythm is kept by the internal mechanical components.
HANDS
The brass hands contain the shapes of musical elements such as notes, clefs, and rests. The ends of each hand move around the dial's staff to produce an ever-evolving musical composition. The etched hour and minute hands include subtle lume regions to allow the wearer to read the time at a glance even in low lighting.
CASE
The Arpeggio case body is made from 316L stainless steel with contrasting brushed and polished regions that highlight the facets of the cushion case. The 40-mm diameter case size complements a wide range of wrists. A screw-down crown is used to achieve a 20-atm / 200-m water resistance rating. Sapphire glass is used for the front crystal and on the caseback to allow a full view of the automatic movement. Additionally, to commemorate the first 500 units of Rafter Watches' first-ever design, the casebacks of these watches will be engraved with the special designation of "FOUNDERS EDITION" (where "RAFTER WATCHES" is engraved in the below sample image) and individual unit numbering.
MOVEMENT
The NH70 is a skeletonized variant of Seiko's widely trusted line of automatic movements, allowing visibility of the internal components while maintaining the ease of use and reliable timekeeping they're known for. This movement suits the Arpeggio design since its balance wheel and spring are positioned such that they can be viewed through the left dial aperture, and if you listen closely you can hear it ticking along like a metronome at 360 bpm (21,600 bph). The NH70 features 24 jewels, Côtes de Genève rotor finishing, a 41-hour power reserve, and the highly efficient Seiko Magic Lever winding system.
STRAP
A calfskin strap in "piano black" accompanies every Arpeggio watch. A simple flat body and cut edge give a clean, minimalist appearance. The oiled leather used for this strap provides enhanced flexibility, water resistance, and durability. Additionally, waterproofing is applied to the inner surface of the strap. A solid 316L stainless steel buckle pairs with the Arpeggio case. The 20-mm quick-release spring bars allow for easy changing of straps, so you can pair Arpeggio with your other favorite 20-mm straps too.