Watch Makers

Workbench bevelling with Jean-Christophe Vatteau (anglage) Machine guilloché with Christophe Pointaire (guillochage)

In collaboration with Marc Wilhelm, master watchmaker and head of apprentice training at the Girard-Perregaux Watchmaker School. A live demonstration of the assembly and disassembly of the GP1800 caliber, an iconic in-house movement featured notably in the 42mm Laureato. Marc will also showcase additional movements and key components to provide a detailed explanation of how a mechanical watch movement functions. A special highlight will be a focus on constant force, with an introduction to Girard-Perregaux’s renowned Neo Constant Escapement movement, presented by Marc.

Watch Engineering for non-watchmakers. Stephane Widmer, BOVET's Technical Office Director, presents foundational watchmaking principles, key developments in horology, as well as the watch engineer's toolbox. Attendees will then use these principles and the tools available to watchmakers to solve a key challenge in watchmaking.

Join us for an exclusive watchmaking demonstration by one of our senior watchmakers, who has been working at Panerai in Neuchâtel for over 20 years. Watch as he works on a classic Panerai movement and shares the most iconic features that define the Maison’s heritage and expertise.

Workbench bevelling with Angelo Da Costa Mendes (anglage)

Watch Engineering for non-watchmakers. Stephane Widmer, BOVET's Technical Office Director, presents foundational watchmaking principles, key developments in horology, as well as the watch engineer's toolbox. Attendees will then use these principles and the tools available to watchmakers to solve a key challenge in watchmaking.

The watch movements decoration is a meticulous operation that contributes to the aesthetic enhancement of a watch. The various decorations and techniques allow for the elimination of unsightly marks and contribute to the proper functioning of the movement. A well-decorated movement is subject to quality requirements linked to a very strict specification. Each decorated element must be perfectly regular and without any defects. With Angela, movement decorator.

GOLD ENGRAVING AND SCULPTING. Sculpting and engraving allow for enhancing the decoration of a dial or case back with effects of depth and relief. The sculptor's art consists of making a figure emerge from a block of material - gold, mother-of-pearl, or ornamental stones - and bringing it to life. The engraver's expertise is measured as much by their technique as by their ability to give volume, depth, and life to their work.

GOLD ENGRAVING AND SCULPTING. Sculpting and engraving allow for enhancing the decoration of a dial or case back with effects of depth and relief. The sculptor's art consists of making a figure emerge from a block of material - gold, mother-of-pearl, or ornamental stones - and bringing it to life. The engraver's expertise is measured as much by their technique as by their ability to give volume, depth, and life to their work.

GOLD ENGRAVING AND SCULPTING. Sculpting and engraving allow for enhancing the decoration of a dial or case back with effects of depth and relief. The sculptor's art consists of making a figure emerge from a block of material - gold, mother-of-pearl, or ornamental stones - and bringing it to life. The engraver's expertise is measured as much by their technique as by their ability to give volume, depth, and life to their work.

GOLD ENGRAVING AND SCULPTING. Sculpting and engraving allow for enhancing the decoration of a dial or case back with effects of depth and relief. The sculptor's art consists of making a figure emerge from a block of material - gold, mother-of-pearl, or ornamental stones - and bringing it to life. The engraver's expertise is measured as much by their technique as by their ability to give volume, depth, and life to their work.

The watch movements decoration is a meticulous operation that contributes to the aesthetic enhancement of a watch. The various decorations and techniques allow for the elimination of unsightly marks and contribute to the proper functioning of the movement. A well-decorated movement is subject to quality requirements linked to a very strict specification. Each decorated element must be perfectly regular and without any defects. With Clément, movement decorator.

Through the eyes of the watchmaker: meet the Cyberloupe® An IWC watchmaker on site will work on an IWC-manufactured 82650 calibre featuring a perpetual calendar module. Thanks to the Cyberloupe®, the world’s first digitalized watchmaker’s magnifying glass developed and made by IWC Schaffhausen, visitors to the exhibition will be able to closely monitor each of the working step performed.

Through the eyes of the watchmaker: meet the Cyberloupe® An IWC watchmaker on site will work on an IWC-manufactured 82650 calibre featuring a perpetual calendar module. Thanks to the Cyberloupe®, the world’s first digitalized watchmaker’s magnifying glass developed and made by IWC Schaffhausen, visitors to the exhibition will be able to closely monitor each of the working step performed.

Through the eyes of the watchmaker: meet the Cyberloupe® An IWC watchmaker on site will work on an IWC-manufactured 82650 calibre featuring a perpetual calendar module. Thanks to the Cyberloupe®, the world’s first digitalized watchmaker’s magnifying glass developed and made by IWC Schaffhausen, visitors to the exhibition will be able to closely monitor each of the working step performed.

Immerse yourself in the world of Panerai and explore the distinctive innovations and craftsmanship that set the Maison apart. Discover how our Laboratorio di Idee brings cutting-edge creativity and technical mastery to life in every timepiece.

In collaboration with David Flecchia, master watchmaker and head of training at the Girard-Perregaux Watchmaker School. A live demonstration of the assembly and disassembly of the GP1800 caliber, an iconic in-house movement featured notably in the 42mm Laureato. David will also showcase additional movements and key components to provide a detailed explanation of how a mechanical watch movement functions. A special highlight will be a focus on constant force, with an introduction to Girard-Perregaux’s renowned Neo Constant Escapement movement, presented by David.

At Piaget, gold has ruled supreme for over half a century. Inspired by Piaget’s own Ateliers de l’Extraordinaire, the Métiers d’Or Atelier allows you to become artisans for one day, learning how gold is shaped and sculpted to create a signature motif of Piaget: the Decor Palace. During the experience, you will learn more about Piaget’s 150-year history, craftsmanship and most distinctive creations directly from Piaget’s own artisan. In the presence of Nordine Belghaouti, jeweler.

The watch movements decoration is a meticulous operation that contributes to the aesthetic enhancement of a watch. The various decorations and techniques allow for the elimination of unsightly marks and contribute to the proper functioning of the movement. A well-decorated movement is subject to quality requirements linked to a very strict specification. Each decorated element must be perfectly regular and without any defects. With Clément, movement decorator.

Workshop on Movements with a focus on miniaturization

The watch movements decoration is a meticulous operation that contributes to the aesthetic enhancement of a watch. The various decorations and techniques allow for the elimination of unsightly marks and contribute to the proper functioning of the movement. A well-decorated movement is subject to quality requirements linked to a very strict specification. Each decorated element must be perfectly regular and without any defects. With Amine, movement decorator.

Discover the beauty of hand-hammered gold dials, crafted using time-honoured techniques passed down through generations. Each dial is unique—no two watches are ever alike. Created in collaboration with expert watchmaker José Antonio Barros, with the presence of Sales Manager Adil Stati.

Workbench bevelling with Mary-Prune Chanson (anglage)

Introducing a newly invented decoration: the checkered end-of-race flag decoration, a hand-made decoration on the top of the bridges at the back of the movement. Taking over 30 hours to create the decoration on the 2 bridges, each checkered square is satin-finished by hand. Demonstration by Alael Huguenin, décorateur-angleur.

The watch movements decoration is a meticulous operation that contributes to the aesthetic enhancement of a watch. The various decorations and techniques allow for the elimination of unsightly marks and contribute to the proper functioning of the movement. A well-decorated movement is subject to quality requirements linked to a very strict specification. Each decorated element must be perfectly regular and without any defects.With Angela, movement decorator.

Sandra Pauli, a high horology decorator, will be present on August 28th to demonstrate how to perform traditional perlage on high horology components. Perlage involves using a cratex bit (compact emery powder) to create a manual circular decoration over the entire surface of a component

In collaboration with David Flecchia, master watchmaker and head of training at the Girard-Perregaux Watchmaker School. A live demonstration of the assembly and disassembly of the GP1800 caliber, an iconic in-house movement featured notably in the 42mm Laureato. David will also showcase additional movements and key components to provide a detailed explanation of how a mechanical watch movement functions. A special highlight will be a focus on constant force, with an introduction to Girard-Perregaux’s renowned Neo Constant Escapement movement, presented by David.

Immerse yourself in the world of Panerai and explore the distinctive innovations and craftsmanship that set the Maison apart. Discover how our Laboratorio di Idee brings cutting-edge creativity and technical mastery to life in every timepiece.

The watch movements decoration is a meticulous operation that contributes to the aesthetic enhancement of a watch. The various decorations and techniques allow for the elimination of unsightly marks and contribute to the proper functioning of the movement. A well-decorated movement is subject to quality requirements linked to a very strict specification. Each decorated element must be perfectly regular and without any defects. With the presence of Amine, movement decorator.

ENAMEL. As a true art of fire, enameling is born from the meeting between enamels, made of silica powder and pigments, and the flame of firing. Thus, the enameled motifs come to life through a succession of steps, giving the piece intense colors and a vivid brilliance. The Maison perfects traditional methods such as plique-à-jour enamel or grisaille enamel, and innovates with new patented techniques, such as the setting in enamel that required 24 months of development.

ENAMEL. As a true art of fire, enameling is born from the meeting between enamels, made of silica powder and pigments, and the flame of firing. Thus, the enameled motifs come to life through a succession of steps, giving the piece intense colors and a vivid brilliance. The Maison perfects traditional methods such as plique-à-jour enamel or grisaille enamel, and innovates with new patented techniques, such as the setting in enamel that required 24 months of development.

ENAMEL. As a true art of fire, enameling is born from the meeting between enamels, made of silica powder and pigments, and the flame of firing. Thus, the enameled motifs come to life through a succession of steps, giving the piece intense colors and a vivid brilliance. The Maison perfects traditional methods such as plique-à-jour enamel or grisaille enamel, and innovates with new patented techniques, such as the setting in enamel that required 24 months of development.

ENAMEL. As a true art of fire, enameling is born from the meeting between enamels, made of silica powder and pigments, and the flame of firing. Thus, the enameled motifs come to life through a succession of steps, giving the piece intense colors and a vivid brilliance. The Maison perfects traditional methods such as plique-à-jour enamel or grisaille enamel, and innovates with new patented techniques, such as the setting in enamel that required 24 months of development.