In 2011, the Group encompassing La Joux-Perret (the independent movement maker), Prototec (a component manufacturer) and the Arnold and Son brand decided to revive a watchmaking legend, Angelus. Rather than attempt a nostalgic revival of past glories, Sébastien Chaulmontet and the Angelus team instead embarked on a project to develop a rather impressive series of purpose-built movements.
