By Bruce Shawkey
From Europa Star Magazine
Angelus introduced a new Chronodate with a new, greyish shade of blue. Housed in a 42.5mm satin-finished, modular multi-structure titanium case, it pairs seamlessly with a matching titanium bracelet and features two large black counters.
The Chronodate recalls the brand’s historical roots since Angelus was a manufacturer of first-rate chronographs from the 1940s onwards. They were small in diameter to cater to the tastes of the time. Their counters stood out, appearing particularly large and visible. It was therefore logical for Angelus to give today’s Chronodate substantial counters that allow for optimal readability.
Inside the Chronodate Angelus has incorporated its own chronograph movement, the self-winding 26-jewel calibre A-500. It features the small seconds at 9 o’clock and a 30-minute counter at 3 o’clock. A peripheral pointer date hand travels around the dial. On titanium bracelet (also available with rubber strap), the watch sells for CHF 24,900 incl. tax about $27,300.
Angelus came out with its famous Chronodate in 1942. It quickly became the company's top-selling watch.
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