Chronoswiss

Regulator Blue Steel

Reference Number :

CH-8776-BL

Series : Classic

Retail: $6,380

(As of: 04/2025)

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Quick TakeThis isn't just another blue watch; the Regulator Classic Blue Steel is like strapping a piece of precision engineering, dipped in the deepest ocean hue, right onto your wrist. Forget boring time-telling; this Chronoswiss separates the timekeeping heroes – big minutes taking center stage, hours holding court up top, and seconds doing their own cool, skeletonized dance below. That galvanic blue dial isn't just blue; it's a landscape of textures, with circular graining, guilloche patterns, and that peekaboo seconds display adding layers of visual intrigue. The blue PVD steel case feels modern and tough, ready for anything, while the onion crown and knurled bezel nod to classic watchmaking craft. Flip it over, and the C. 295 automatic movement, with its perlage and Côtes de Genève finishing visible through the sapphire back, winks back at you. It's a conversation starter, a "dashboard for your wrist" that's both technically fascinating and undeniably stylish, all tied together with that unique two-tone alligator strap. It’s serious watchmaking that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

DescriptionEngineering specifications document the construction of the Chronoswiss Regulator Classic Blue Steel, reference CH-8776-BL. The primary case material consists of stainless steel, subjected to a physical vapor deposition process resulting in a durable blue coating. Overall case dimensions measure 41 millimeters in diameter and 12.7 millimeters in height, indicating a substantial yet wearable profile. Attachment points for the strap are configured with a standard 21-millimeter band width. The case architecture incorporates a screw-down case back, which features a satin finish and is fitted with a sapphire crystal aperture for movement observation. Complementing this, the bezel is also a screw-down type, distinguished by a polished surface, complete side knurling for enhanced grip, and a full thread engagement mechanism. Protecting the dial is a curved sapphire crystal, treated with a double anti-reflective coating to minimize glare and maximize legibility under various lighting conditions. Case finishing exhibits a dual aesthetic, combining polished surfaces with areas featuring a vertical satin finish, providing visual contrast. An onion-style crown facilitates time-setting and winding operations. Water resistance is rated at 10 bar, equivalent to a depth of 100 meters, ensuring protection against water ingress during typical aquatic activities short of deep-sea diving. The integration of screw-down components for both the bezel and case back significantly contributes to this level of water integrity, securing the internal mechanisms against environmental factors. The structural design balances robustness with refined finishing details characteristic of the brand.

Powering the CH-8776-BL is the Chronoswiss Caliber C. 295, an automatic mechanical movement. This self-winding mechanism operates at a frequency of 4 Hz, which translates to 28,800 alternations per hour (A/h), providing a smooth sweep for the centrally mounted minute hand. The movement incorporates 27 functional jewels to minimize friction at critical points, enhancing longevity and efficiency. When fully wound, the mainspring provides a power reserve of approximately 42 hours. Examination of the movement finishing reveals meticulous attention to detail: the pallet lever, escape wheel, and assembly screws are polished to a high sheen. Furthermore, the bridges and main plates are decorated with perlage, a pattern of small, overlapping circles. The rotor, responsible for automatic winding via wrist motion, is engraved, rhodium-plated for corrosion resistance and aesthetic appeal, decorated with traditional Côtes de Genève striping, and mounted on an efficient ball bearing system. The dial itself is a complex assembly, featuring a galvanic blue base. Various scales on the dial exhibit circular-graining finishes. The interior section of the off-centre hour display located at the 12 o'clock position incorporates intricate guilloche detailing. A distinctive feature is the skeletonized small seconds display positioned at 6 o'clock, offering a partial view into the underlying mechanics. Time indication follows the classic regulator format: hours are displayed off-centre at 12:00, minutes are indicated by a large central hand, and running seconds are shown in the sub-dial at 6:00. The hands are executed in the "Trigono" shape, finished with lacquer, and feature Super-LumiNova inlays for low-light visibility. The timepiece is secured to the wrist via a hand-sewn and hand-dyed two-tone Louisiana alligator leather strap, equipped with a stainless steel folding clasp for secure and convenient fastening.

GenderMen

SignaturesChronoswiss

Country of OriginSwitzerland

Case Size41 mm

MovementAutomatic

CaliberC. 295

FunctionsHours, Minutes, Seconds, Regulator

Power Reserve42 Hours

Case MaterialsStainless Steel, PVD

Bezel MaterialsStainless Steel, PVD

Lug MaterialsStainless Steel, PVD

Case BackSapphire Crystal