Union Glashütte Belisar Chronograph Automatic Watch

The Belisar Chronograph is one of Union Glashütte’s signature sporty chronograph designs, combining traditional Glashütte watchmaking with a contemporary, active character. The collection is recognized for its distinctive screwed flanks, prominent chronograph pushers, detailed dials, and retro-inspired elements.

Union Glashütte currently offers Belisar Chronograph models in different sizes and configurations, including 40 mm and 44 mm versions. This range allows the collection to appeal to customers who prefer either a more compact or more substantial wrist presence.

Sporty Belisar Design

The Belisar Chronograph has a strong sporting personality while retaining an elegant mechanical-watch appearance. Its characteristic case architecture includes pronounced flanks and distinctive chronograph pushers.

Depending on the reference, the dial can feature a railway-track minute scale, tachymeter or pulsometer scale, domed crystal, and large Arabic numerals. These details give the watch a nostalgic character inspired by classic chronographs.

Automatic Mechanical Movement

At the heart of many current 44 mm Belisar Chronograph references is the UNG-27.S1 automatic movement. Union Glashütte specifies a silicon balance spring, automatic winding, 29 jewels, and a minimum power reserve of 65 hours.

The movement operates at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz) and incorporates a cam-operated chronograph mechanism. Its chronograph counters provide 60-second, 30-minute, and 12-hour timing functions.

Chronograph Functionality

The chronograph is the defining technical feature of the Belisar Chronograph. Dedicated pushers allow the wearer to start, stop, and reset the timing function while the sub-dials provide a detailed instrument-style appearance.

Depending on the reference, the watch may also include a date display and small-seconds indication. Union Glashütte lists date and chronograph functions across its Belisar Chronograph range.

Sapphire Crystal

Current Belisar Chronograph models use domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment on both faces. This construction provides scratch resistance while helping improve dial visibility under different lighting conditions.

The slightly domed profile also contributes to the vintage-inspired character of the Belisar design.

Stainless-Steel Case

Union Glashütte uses 316L stainless steel for the cases of its Belisar Chronograph models. The material provides a durable foundation for the sporty design while maintaining a polished luxury appearance.

The exact dimensions vary by reference. Current examples include 40 mm and 44 mm cases, so the specific reference should be checked before publishing dimensions on a product page.

German Watchmaking Heritage

The Belisar collection reflects Union Glashütte’s connection to Glashütte watchmaking, combining traditional mechanical techniques with modern materials and engineering.

The brand describes the Belisar family as sporty and mechanically focused, with designs intended for active lifestyles while retaining a sophisticated horological character.

Versatile Strap Options

The Belisar Chronograph is available with different strap and bracelet configurations depending on the reference. Current models include leather, nubuck, rubber, textile, and stainless-steel bracelet options.

For example, certain 44 mm references feature calfskin or goatskin leather straps, while another current reference is equipped with a stainless-steel bracelet.

Key Features

• Union Glashütte Belisar Chronograph design
• Automatic mechanical movement
• UNG-27.S1 movement on applicable 44 mm references
• Minimum 65-hour power reserve on UNG-27.S1
• 4 Hz / 28,800 vph frequency
• Chronograph functionality
• Date function on applicable references
• Small seconds on applicable references
• 316L stainless-steel case
• Domed sapphire crystal
• Anti-reflective coating on both sides
• Sporty retro-inspired styling
• Distinctive chronograph pushers
• German / Glashütte watchmaking heritage
• Multiple strap and bracelet configurations