Angelus introduces new editions of the Instrument De Vitesse
This sublime monopusher chronograph is presented in two new dial editions: Indianapolis Blue and Silverstone Grey. Each is a limited edition of 25 pieces.
Angelus has introduced two new editions of the Instrument De Vitesse, both named after famous motor racing tracks. Indianapolis Blue, named after the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (Speedway, Indiana, USA), and Silverstone Grey, named after the Silverstone Circuit (Silverstone, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom). Both editions are a limited edition of 25 pieces each.
First image: Instrument De Vitesse Indianapolis Blue edition. Second Image: Indianapolis Motor Speedway. (Image credit: Indianapolis Motor Speedway website.) Third image: Instrument De Vitesse Silverstone Grey edition. Fourth Image: Silverstone Circuit. (Image credit: From the internet.)
Angelus debuted the Instrument De Vitesse a few months ago with the Blanc Ivoire and Noir Ebene editions. Both editions are a limited of 25 pieces each. The Instrument De Vitesse belongs to the brand’s La Fabrique collection of watches, “dedicated to reinterpreting historical Angelus classics.” The Blanc Ivorie is nominated for the Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix or Grand Prix de l’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) awards under the Chronograph Category. The GPHG awards ceremony will be held at the Théâtre Du Léman in Geneva on November 13, 2024. The GPHG awards are the equivalent to the Oscars for the world of horology.
First image: Instrument De Vitesse Blanc Ivoire. This edition is GPHG nominated under the Chronograph Category. Second Image: Instrument De Vitesse Noir Ebene.
“Things are not always what they seem. At first glance, Instrument de Vitesse could be a highly refined three-hand watch. Only its discreet tachymeter scale, printed on the edge of the dial, and its name point us in the right direction: this is a chronograph designed for short bursts, an instrument for measuring average speed over a maximum period of 60 seconds. The purpose of the button on the crown thus becomes clear: a single push-piece that triggers the slender direct-drive central seconds hand.”
Angelus, founded in 1891 in Switzerland, is presently owned by Manufacture La-Joux Perret SA. Both are based in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. Manufacture La-Joux Perret SA is owned by Japan’s Citizen Group. It provides movements for Arnold & Son and Frédérique Constant, also owned by Citizen Group.
Key Features of the Instrument De Vitesse Indianapolis Blue and Silverstone Grey editions
Functions
Image: Instrument De Vitesse Silverstone Grey edition. Header image: Instrument De Vitesse Indianapolis Blue edition.
– Central hours and minutes.
– Central one-minute chronograph, featuring a ” ‘base 1000’ tachymeter scale” on outer dial.
Dial Versions
Image: Instrument De Vitesse Silverstone Grey edition lume shot. Will be exactly the same for Indianapolis Blue edition.
– Domed and matt finished dials. Indianapolis Blue features a blue dial and Silverstone Grey a grey dial. All other dial features are the same for both editions.
– Syringe-shaped hour and minute hands, coated with Super-LumiNova® and featuring a golden finish.
– Chronograph hand features a golden finish.
– 12 Arabic numeral golden hour-markers, coated with Super-LumiNova®.
– Inner dial features a 60-minute scale, graduated in both seconds and minutes.
– Outer dial features a tachymeter scale, “graduated from 60 to 500 (km/h) with a base metric of 1,000 (typically one kilometre).”
– Indianapolis Blue edition offers a contrast of blue, white, and golden, and Silverstone Grey edition offers a contrast of grey, white, golden, and blue. Both dials are gorgeous.
Movement
First image: Calibre A5000. Second image: Instrument De Vitesse Indianapolis Blue edition caseback showcasing Calibre A5000. Denis Flageollet, François-Paul Journe, and Vianney Halter developed Calibre 045MC, the movement Calibre A5000 is based on. A pedigree unlike no other.
– Powered by manual-winding calibre A5000. It drives the hours, minutes, and one-minute chronograph. It features a column wheel and horizontal clutch.
– Calibre A5000 is a manufacture movement of La-Joux Perret SA.
– Diameter 29.40 mm. Height 4.20 mm.
– Jewels 23. Frequency 21,600 vph or 3 Hz. Power reserve 42 hours.
– Movement finishing: Mainplate is circular grained with a palladium finish. Bridges are chamfered, feature a palladium finish, and decorated with Côtes de Genève stripes. Wheels are circular grained and feature a golden (2N) finish. Screws are polished.
Calibre A5000 is based on Calibre 045MC, developed by THA (Techniques Horlogères Appliquées), a movement workshop founded in 1996 by Denis Flageollet (Co-Founder, Master Watchmaker, and Creative Talent at De Bethune), François-Paul Journe (Founder of F.P. Journe), and Vianney Halter (Founder of Vianney Halter), three of the greatest watchmakers of our times. Today, Manufacture La-Joux Perret SA owns the rights to this movement.
Case and Strap
First image: Instrument De Vitesse Indianapolis Blue edition with its dark blue nubuck calfskin strap with ecru stitching. Second image: Instrument De Vitesse Silverstone Grey edition mouse-grey nubuck calfskin strap with ecru stitching. Both match their respective dials.
– Case is made from stainless steel.
– Diameter 39 mm. Thickness 9.27 mm.
– Dial side features a box sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on both sides.
– Case back side features a sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating.
– Crown at 3 o’clock is used for time setting and start / stop the chronograph.
– Water resistant up to 3 bar / 30 metres / 100 feet.
– Indianapolis Blue edition comes with a dark blue nubuck calfskin strap with ecru stitching. Silverstone Grey edition comes with a mouse-grey nubuck calfskin strap with ecru stitching. Both are attached to a pin buckle made from stainless steel.
Our Thoughts
I was smitten by the Instrument De Vitesse Blanc Ivoire and Noir Ebene editions when they were introduced a few months ago. Its design and aesthetic “just spoke to me.” I feel the same towards the newly launched Indianapolis Blue and Silverstone Grey editions. Both combine a handsome dial with a “no nonsense technical aesthetic” (hence the “Instrument” in the name), slender case size (39 mm * 9.27 mm) and a manufacture chronograph calibre with a historical pedigree second to none – all at a relatively affordable price. What’s not to like? My personal favourite is the Indianapolis Blue version.
Additional Details
Name: Angelus Instrument De Vitesse Indianapolis Blue
Reference: 0CHBS.U01A.V010S
Price: Swiss Franch (CHF): 17,200 (Swiss retail price including VAT)
Limited edition of 25 pieces.
Name: Angelus Instrument De Vitesse Silverstone Grey
Reference: 0CHBS.G01A.V010S
Price: Swiss Franch (CHF): 17,200 (Swiss retail price including VAT)
Limited edition of 25 pieces.
Please visit the Angelus website and Instagram page for further information. In the UAE, Mohammed Rasool Khoory & Sons is an authorised retailer for Angelus. They have 9 showrooms across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.
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