In the world of watches, the method of displaying time where hands point to indices is called "analog," while displaying numbers on a screen is called "digital." Many users might typically associate digital watches with the numbers listed on an LCD screen, but in the case of mechanical watches, numbers are often displayed in small windows using internal rotating discs.

Chronoswiss's Digitator also displays the "hour," "minute," and "second" using internal rotating discs. However, the "hour" display, located at the 12 o'clock position, instantly switches to the next number every hour. While it might seem like a novel display method at first glance, such designs were already seen during the golden age of mechanical watches in the 1930s. Chronoswiss has revived this once-flourishing mechanical digital model for the modern era.

Moreover, just as in its glorious past, Chronoswiss has graced this digital model with a beautiful rectangular shape. The company's further commitment was to equip the rectangular case with a rectangular movement. Finding a rectangular movement in today's watchmaking world is extremely difficult. Due to limited supply, most watch manufacturers conventionally fit round movements into rectangular cases. This single point alone makes it easy to understand that the Chronoswiss brand's dedication is on an extraordinary level.

Thus, the Digitator, equipped with the rare rectangular movement Cal. FEF 130, was introduced in 2005 as a limited edition of 999 pieces worldwide. By focusing solely on 18K gold cases and omitting stainless steel, it presented the unique form of high-end watches from bygone days to contemporary watch enthusiasts.

Manual winding. 18,000 vibrations per hour. 40-hour power reserve. Case dimensions: 45.5mm (length) x 27.7mm (width). 18K white gold case. Crocodile strap. Water-resistant for daily life. ¥1,260,000.