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.

Engraving demonstration

Engraving demonstration

Engraving demonstration

Engraving demonstration

With the presence of Adil Stati - Watchmaker

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.

With the presence of Thomas Zimmermann, watchmaker specialised in watch complications. Until 2021 he was working in the Technical Training department to support Service Watchmakers globally. He is trained to work on all sorts of watches/movements including basic complications (PPC, Tourbillon, Double-Chronograph…). He is currently doing his economics studies and works part time for the IWC Guest Relations team. He is mostly doing show-watchmaking, conducting watchmaking masterclass or supporting departments in need of a watchmaker with different activities. Thomas is used to working at events and has also worked at our watchmaker table at Watches & Wonders for many years.

With the presence of Thomas Zimmermann, watchmaker specialised in watch complications. Until 2021 he was working in the Technical Training department to support Service Watchmakers globally. He is trained to work on all sorts of watches/movements including basic complications (PPC, Tourbillon, Double-Chronograph…). He is currently doing his economics studies and works part time for the IWC Guest Relations team. He is mostly doing show-watchmaking, conducting watchmaking masterclass or supporting departments in need of a watchmaker with different activities. Thomas is used to working at events and has also worked at our watchmaker table at Watches & Wonders for many years.

With the presence of Thomas - Watchmaker

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.

With the presence of Adil Stati - Watchmaker

Workbench bevelling with Mary-Prune Chanson (anglage)

Engraving demonstration

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 demonstration

Enamel demonstration

Enamel demonstration

Enamel demonstration