Artur Akmaev Carbon Black

Artur Akmaev is a Russian-born jeweler and watchmaker based in Los Angeles. He specializes in creating unique, hand-engraved timepieces that blend artistry with mechanical precision. Trained in jewelry design and hand engraving in Moscow, Akmaev transitioned to watchmaking, developing a distinctive style influenced by various cultural themes, including comic books and ancient East Asian art. His work is characterized by intricate engravings and enamel work, resulting in wearable mechanical art pieces.

Artur Akmaev's Carbon Collection showcases hand-engraved timepieces inspired by natural textures, notably the fossilized bark pattern of the extinct Lepidodendron tree. Each watch features a multi-layered dial with a meticulously engraved center and customizable hour rings, available in various metals and finishes. The collection offers options like blued spring steel dials with silver hour rings and black-polished stainless steel hands, or whitened silver dials with frosted hour rings and rose gold-plated numerals. Housed in 39mm stainless steel cases, these watches are powered by Swiss-made ETA 2824 automatic movements, showcasing Akmaev's dedication to blending artistic craftsmanship with horological precision.

Model: Carbon Black
Case Material: PVD coated stainless steel
Dial Material: Zirconium and silver hour ring
Bracelet: Delugs black alligator strap 20mm medium-length
Diameter: 39mm
Height: 10.4mm
Lug Width: 20mm
Movement: ETA 2824
Crystal: Sapphire
Water Resistance: 10 ATM
Warranty: 2-Year Manufacture Warranty