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Philippe Dufour: Master of Traditional Swiss Watchmaking
Read more: Philippe Dufour: Master of Traditional Swiss WatchmakingMastery of Traditional Techniques Philippe Dufour’s name is synonymous with the highest level of craftsmanship in Swiss watchmaking. His dedication to traditional techniques, especially hand-finishing, sets him apart from the rest. The process of anglage, where the edges of watch components are meticulously beveled and polished by hand, exemplifies the precision and skill that go…
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The Art of Swiss Enameling: Cloisonné and Champlevé in Watchmaking
Read more: The Art of Swiss Enameling: Cloisonné and Champlevé in WatchmakingSwiss watchmaking is synonymous with precision, luxury, and artistry. Among the various techniques that have become part of this illustrious tradition, cloisonné and champlevé stand out for their unique contributions to the aesthetics and craftsmanship of timepieces. These two enameling techniques, both ancient and intricate, have been masterfully adopted by Swiss watchmakers to create extraordinary…
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Nicolas G. Hayek: The Visionary Who Revitalized Swiss Watchmaking
Read more: Nicolas G. Hayek: The Visionary Who Revitalized Swiss WatchmakingNicolas G. Hayek’s transformative influence on the Swiss watch industry is a tale of innovation, strategic acumen, and indomitable entrepreneurial spirit. By the early 1980s, the Swiss watch industry faced existential threats from the surge of inexpensive, high-tech quartz watches from Japan, which eroded the market share of traditional Swiss manufacturers. Hayek’s intervention was not…
