Pre-Owned Angelus
Angelus is a Swiss watchmaker renowned for its rich history and innovative timepieces. Founded in 1891, the brand has a legacy of creating exceptional chronographs, multi-complication watches, and travel clocks. With a strong focus on in-house movements, Angelus has introduced several groundbreaking features throughout its history. Today, the brand blends traditional watchmaking with contemporary design, offering exclusive timepieces for watch connoisseurs.
Angelus: Vintage Roots, Contemporary Vision
Contemporary Haute Horlogerie with Historical Depth
Angelus began as a small Swiss workshop in 1891, eventually becoming a respected name in mid-century horology with pieces like the Chronodato — one of the world's first serially produced chronographs with a calendar. The brand paused production in the 1970s, only to be reborn decades later with a radically new vision under Manufacture La Joux-Perret. This second act has positioned Angelus as a creator of futuristic, high-complication timepieces that feel both architectural and kinetic.
Modern Collections and Mechanical Ingenuity
Contemporary Angelus watches are defined by bold materials, multi-layered cases, and skeletonized dials that highlight the brand's mechanical prowess. Popular collections include the U10 and U21 Tourbillon series, as well as the more recent Chronodate line, which pays homage to the brand's vintage heritage while incorporating cutting-edge manufacturing techniques.
Among its technical marvels, Angelus is particularly renowned for its tourbillon models , often presented in titanium or carbon composite cases. These watches showcase flying tourbillons, high power reserves, and off-center time displays that emphasize three-dimensional movement architecture. In many models, the case itself becomes a frame for the movement, emphasizing transparency, depth, and visual drama.
The Angelus DNA blends modern haute horlogerie with daring design language. Whether featuring manual-wind chronographs, skeletonized bridges, or micro-rotor architecture, each watch reflects a distinct identity—technical, expressive, and unapologetically bold.
Design for the New Collector
Angelus appeals to collectors seeking something unconventional — pieces that push the envelope in aesthetics and engineering. These watches are built for horology fans who already know the big names and want something more exploratory and sculptural. From startup founders to design aficionados, Angelus resonates with those who treat collecting as a form of creative expression.
Our Promise of Expertise and Integrity
Every Angelus timepiece at The 1916 Company is authenticated and inspected by our in-house team, then backed by our two-year global warranty. We invite you to explore our curated selection of Angelus and other fine pre-owned watches , and to consult with our concierge specialists for private viewings or collection-building advice.