

The Tinkler 1958 brings back one of Angelus’s most distinctive creations with a fresh and respectful update. Inspired by the original model, this limited edition in gold or steel stays true to the brand’s long history of measuring time through sound. Since the late 1800s, Angelus has been closely linked to chiming mechanisms, starting with early patents that focused on improving repeater watches. Long before watches were personal objects, sound was used to mark time, and that idea still sits at the heart of the brand today. What makes this story more meaningful is how Angelus used its expertise with purpose. The brand once developed repeater watches for soldiers who had lost their sight, allowing them to tell the time through sound or touch. This focus on usefulness carried through the years, leading to the original Tinkler in 1958, a self winding and water resistant quarter repeater that was ahead of its time. The new version keeps that spirit alive with a simple 38mm case, vintage inspired details, and a pusher at 9 o’clock that activates the chime. The dial remains clean and elegant, with subtle touches that reflect the design codes of the 1950s. Inside, the modern A600 movement delivers both reliability and character. It runs at 4 Hz with a 70 hour power reserve and strikes the hours and quarters clearly on request. The finishing is carefully executed, showing real attention to detail throughout. Worn on an alligator flank leather strap, the Tinkler 1958 feels classic yet relevant, combining history, craftsmanship, and everyday wearability in a way that feels natural.