“My passion for titanium was instilled in me by my father in the early 1980s. Back then, titanium was a novel material in the watch industry, admired not only for its innovation but also for its beautiful, understated grey color. It is stealthy, almost 50% lighter than steel, and hypoallergenic—qualities that make it an exceptional choice for watchmaking.

When I first discovered Cedric Bellon’s work as a designer, I was captivated by his philosophy on sustainability and his distinct design language. I even bought the first CB01 Small Seconds for my personal collection. During our first collaboration discussions, my initial request was to make that watch in repurposed titanium. Unfortunately, at that time, Watch Angels couldn't obtain the right sustainable titanium.

Now, we are ecstatic that we could finally bring this concept to life. I am thrilled with the outcome and amazed by how the aesthetics transform with the play of light.”  Alon Ben Joseph, CEO ACE Jewelers

"When we spoke with our friends at Ace about a second project, we knew we wanted to bring back the original CB01 in a unique way. The focus was on maintaining the classic proportions—a tool watch with a prominent dial and a simple, utilitarian case, emphasising our sustainable in-house production. However, we also wanted it to feel distinct. We faced the challenge of reusing leftover movements and titanium parts that were difficult to repurpose due to their size and shape. But we saw an opportunity to rework and innovate together. The result is the CB01 "XXX"; 61 grams of repurposed titanium grade 5, tailored to Ace’s vision. Lighter, stronger, and finished in an understated palette of grey tones.” Cedric Bellon, Fouder of CB watches