Each week, the watch industry delivers its share of innovation, heritage and bold creativity.
This week, three major releases stand out, showcasing very different visions of modern horology: Angelus, Czapek & Cie,
From historically rooted chronographs to incredibles dials, here are the most important watch launches of the week.
Angelus – Subscription Watch 5 Chronograph Tachymeter: the revival of a legendary movement
A chronograph born from watchmaking history
Angelus introduces the Subscription Watch 5 Chronograph Tachymeter, developed in collaboration with Monochrome.
This timepiece speaks directly to purists thanks to its Angelus A5000 calibre, a manual-winding monopusher chronograph originally conceived in the late 1980s by THA – Techniques Horlogères Appliquées, founded by François-Paul Journe alongside Denis Flageollet and Vianney Halter.
A movement that later achieved cult status when it powered the Cartier Tortue Monopusher CPCP in the late 1990s.
A mechanical architecture fully on display
Angelus reintroduces this movement in a modernized version while preserving its defining characteristics:
- column-wheel chronograph
- fully visible architecture through the caseback
- traditional, refined finishing
- no unnecessary visual theatrics
Everything is readable and understandable at a glance — a philosophy that stands in contrast to many contemporary automatic chronographs whose mechanics remain visually hidden.
A sportier interpretation inspired by motorsport
The dial now features a tachymeter scale, replacing the telemeter seen on previous versions.
This choice reinforces the connection with the automotive world, expressed through a rare spiral peripheral scaleinspired by vintage racing chronographs.
The matte 2N gold dial contrasts with black markings and polished applied indexes, offering excellent legibility and a warm, balanced aesthetic.
Vintage proportions with modern refinement
- Stainless steel case: 37 mm
- Thickness: 9.25 mm
- Long, slim lugs
- Monopusher integrated into the crown
A discreet yet highly sophisticated chronograph, echoing the elegance of 1950s designs.
Czapek & Cie – Faubourg de Cracovie “Crossroads” Victory Green: the ultimate sport-chic chronograph
An ultra-limited contemporary statement
Czapek & Cie unveils a new interpretation of its Faubourg de Cracovie chronograph: the “Crossroads” Victory Green, limited to just 18 pieces.
A watch designed for collectors seeking a refined balance between elegance and athletic character.
A dial defined by colour and texture
The standout feature is its deep British racing green dial, paired with the Maison’s signature guilloché pattern.
Sophisticated yet dynamic, the colour captures Czapek’s distinctive sport-chic identity — classic in appearance, energetic in spirit.
A high-performance automatic chronograph
Inside beats the SXH3 calibre:
- integrated automatic chronograph
- high frequency
- engineered as a true measuring instrument rather than a decorative complication
It perfectly reflects the brand’s philosophy: respect for tradition combined with technical modernity.
A versatile watch for every occasion
- Stainless steel 316L case: 41.5 mm
- Sculpted flanks and fluid lines
- Pushers integrated into the crown guard
- Tachymeter scale discreetly positioned on the rehaut
A subtle tribute to early 20th-century chronographs once used by pilots and drivers to calculate speed long before digital dashboards existed.
According to Xavier de Roquemaurel “A watch designed to go from the marathon to an evening suit.”
A week that reflects the diversity of modern horology
This week’s releases perfectly illustrate the richness of today’s independent watchmaking:
- Angelus appeals to purists with a historically significant movement revived
- Czapek & Cie embodies contemporary sport-chic chronograph design
Two philosophies, two visions, and one shared ambition: creating watches with character, meaning and mechanical emotion.
One thing is certain: this week’s watch releases confirm that independent horology is more alive than ever.
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