Angelus 0CHBS.B01A.V010S Instrument de Vitesse SS Ebony Black Dial LIMITED

Introduced in 2024, the Angelus Instrument de Vitesse reference 0CHBS.B01A.V010S is a compact, highly focused monopusher chronograph that channels the brand's mid-century timing heritage into a remarkably restrained modern form. Housed in a 39mm stainless steel case, it was produced as a limited edition of 25 pieces in the ebony black dial configuration, making it one of the scarcer contemporary Angelus references. The watch belongs to the La Fabrique collection, a line created to reinterpret historically grounded Angelus concepts with modern finishing and proportions. Its dial is intentionally deceptive at first glance, reading almost like a simple three-hand instrument until the outer base 1000 tachymeter scale and long central chronograph seconds reveal its true purpose. That architecture gives the watch unusual collector appeal, as it revives the one-minute chronograph format rather than relying on a conventional multi-register layout. Power comes from the hand-wound Angelus caliber A5000, a column-wheel monopusher chronograph movement with a horizontal clutch, 23 jewels, and a 42-hour power reserve. The slimness of the movement helps keep the case notably elegant for a chronograph, reinforcing the dashboard-inspired profile that defines the model. The ebony black execution is especially attractive for collectors, pairing rhodium-toned numerals and warm accent printing with a more technical, period-inflected character than the ivory alternative. As a limited modern Angelus with a niche complication, historically informed design, and caliber-driven legitimacy, the Instrument de Vitesse stands out as a sophisticated enthusiast's chronograph rather than a mainstream sports watch. Like New with Angelus box and papers dated 2024.