The session begins with a reminder of how a mechanical watch works as well as its terminology, followed by a short presentation of complications before focusing on the definition, history and techniques of the various types of tourbillon watches. The training ends with the presentation of the iconic tourbillon watches from contemporary brands, as well as the latest models unveiled at the year's watch fairs.
Tourbillon Class
Type
Specialized courses
Synopsis
Objectives
The Tourbillon Class course offers a general comprehension of tourbillon watches.
Length
The Tourbillon Class course lasts one day.
The Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie
Mission and partner brands
The mechanical movement
The 6 organs
The complications
Definition & groups of complications
Introduction
The main purpose
Definition
History
Invention of the tourbillon
The major evolutions
Vocation of the tourbillon
The market’s reality
Distinctive features
How it works
Reminders
Classical movement vs. tourbillon movement
The cage
The conception
The weight
Construction variants
Simple tourbillon
Flying tourbillon
The different types of tourbillon
Inclined tourbillon Multi-axis tourbillon
Multiple tourbillon Orbital tourbillon
The artistic research
The variants
Rotation speed of the cages
The curiosities
Present a tourbillon
The 7 steps of a sale
The icons
Exceptional pieces
The novelties
Selection of novelties of the year