Apiar Released Carbon01 OG Watch
The Carbon01 OG is the first timepiece to feature a 3D printed carbon-fiber reinforced PEEK outer case.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Materials Science
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Apiar has launched the Carbon01 OG, marking the first commercially available watch to utilize composite-based additive manufacturing for its exterior. The watch combines a carbon-fiber PEEK case with a Grade 23 titanium core.
Why it matters
This release represents a significant integration of advanced 3D printing techniques into luxury horology, signaling a shift toward complex composite materials in high-end watchmaking.
The Carbon01 OG utilizes a 3D printed CF-reinforced PEEK outer case and a Grade 23 titanium midcase, paired with an anodized machined aluminum dial. Components for the watch are sourced across Britain, Switzerland, Japan, and India.
The players
Apiar
This is a watch manufacturer founded in 2022 that focuses on incorporating advanced additive manufacturing into luxury timepieces.
The details
The watch is the inaugural product in the company's Sports Series and represents a fusion of global manufacturing, utilizing specialized parts from four different countries. It features a lightweight yet durable design intended to challenge traditional watchmaking material standards.
Timeline
Apiar was founded in 2022.
The company released its first product, the Invenire, in 2024.
The Carbon01 OG will be available to order until the end of October 2026.
The Big Picture
The integration of composite-based additive manufacturing into luxury goods represents a paradigm shift from traditional subtractive machining methods. This development challenges established horological production norms by enabling complex, lightweight geometries previously unattainable with steel or precious metals.
The use of 3D printed PEEK and titanium could result in more durable and lightweight consumer products across other sectors like medical devices or high-end sporting gear. This manufacturing shift may eventually lower production times and costs for complex industrial components.
The takeaway
The Carbon01 OG demonstrates that high-performance engineering plastics like PEEK are increasingly viable for premium consumer goods. Consumers interested in unique manufacturing should note that this specific model is only available for a limited order window.
What happens next
The Carbon01 OG will remain available for purchase through the end of October 2026.
Further reading
For more information on the evolving use of advanced materials in modern design, visit our Materials Science section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by VoxelMatters - The heart of additive manufacturing.
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