Discover the Understated Elegance of the Chronoswiss Small Second: A Shift to Traditional Masterpieces

Chronoswiss, a brand typically associated with intricate designs, surprises the horological world with its alluringly simple Chronoswiss Small Second timepiece. This wristwatch proves that an understated aesthetic can still be enormously enchanting. The Small Second is a close sibling to the Chronoswiss Strike Two, which was introduced in 2025. However, the Small Second had already made its tempting debut with two models - Small Second Desert and Small Second Blue Orbit - which garnered considerable admiration at the Watches & Wonders 2025 event.

Chronoswiss’ decision to pair an active duty case with a more sophisticated dial results in a sporty yet formal appearance. This watch casing, a new construction recently presented by Chronoswiss, is pleasantly comfortable on the wrist. Despite being considerably smaller than typical Chronoswiss watches at 40mm wide, the longer, curved lugs give it an appreciated gravitas. Furthermore, the large surfaces, exaggerated curves, and coined-edge bezel contribute to a stately wrist presence.