German indie watchmaker Stefan Kudoke expands the HANDwerk collection with the Kudoke 3 Nocturne. The core concept remains intact but changes its expression, similar to the Nocturne edition of the Kudoke 2. This new variant builds on the Kudoke 3, which was previously available in various finishes including Sky Blue, Salmon and the Flakes edition with a hand-engraved top dial. The Nocturne introduces a darker, more introspective aesthetic, paired with the movement's signature engraving technique and a new finish for the production case.
The Kudoke 3 Nocturne is the only version of the model currently offered in matt sandblasted stainless steel. The treatment reduces reflections and gives the 39mm case a calm presence that complements the darker tones of the dial. For now, this degree is reserved exclusively for the Nocturne. The onion crown is retained and the water resistance is 50 m.
The unconventional time display of the Kudoke 3 is retained. The minutes are read conventionally on the upper dial ring, while the hours are displayed on a lower, three-part scale. A three-armed hour hand moves between the two dial levels and changes the hands in the process. At certain times (at 2, 6 and 10 o'clock) two arms appear simultaneously in a playful rotation.
However, the look and feel of Nocturne is new. The galvanic black upper dial sits over a matte finish base dial and black gold treated elements. The printing is done in silver instead of white. Polished steel hands replace the blued hands of the standard versions, creating a monochromatic look. This dark dial is not unique to the Nocturne, but is now offered as a regular option for the Kudoke 3.
The watch is powered by the well-known Caliber 1, a hand-wound caliber (28,800 vibrations per hour with a power reserve of 46 hours), which was developed together with Habring² and completed in-house. The limited Nocturne edition features a rhodium-plated movement with the “Flakes” engraving. Instead of floral motifs, flake engraving is created by gradually cutting out tiny fragments from the bridge surface, creating a finely structured, shimmering texture. This finish is now available as an option in the entire HANDwerk range for an additional charge of 2,990 euros plus VAT. VAT
Also note the hand-engraved balance cock with Kudoke's infinity symbol, the plaque mentioning the limited edition and the traditional craftsmanship throughout, all visible through the sapphire crystal case back. The watch is worn on a suede strap that closes with a matt sandblasted stainless steel pin buckle. The Kudoke 3 Nocturne is a limited edition of 20 pieces priced at 12,574 euros excl. VAT. Further information can be found at www.kudoke.eu.
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