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The front page of the very first Swiss Watch Journal (Journal Suisse d’Horlogerie, JSH) published in July 1876

Pierre Rogé: from CapQua to the first Swiss Electronics Cluster

Once Pierre Rogé, a mechanical engineer, decided to start his own business, he turned to electronics. Echoes of the factories, by JSH. By Joël A. Grandjean JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport Publisher & Editor in Chief Insta SWP | Insta JSH® | Facebook | Twitter | Linkedin EPHJ News. Having taken part in the adventure of De Havilland Watches, a brand born from JDC Electronic (manufacturer of portable measuring instruments),…

SSC Journée d’Etudes: expresso avec Michele Fazzone

Comme le veulent les statuts de cette vénérable société fondée en 1924 et dont le journal suisse d’horlogerie JSH fut l’organe officiel durant plusieurs décennies, la présidence change chaque trois ans. Rencontre avec le président sortant. Joël A. Grandjean, Rédacteur en chef JSH & Swiss Watch Passport (by JSH) Insta | Linkedin | Facebook | Insta JSH | Insta SWP | S’abonner à JSH Interview parue dans le Hors-Série du journal suisse d’horlogerie JSH entièrement dédié à la SSC Michel Fazzone annoncera…

Manufacto, the magic owl

I saw on social networks an ‘eye‘ on a dial. Almost disturbing, inquisitive, confusing… Didn’t he have a more soothing visual? Philippe Jacquin-Ravot, miniature artist and master enameller, a supporting member of the JSH Magazine family. A loyal follower with an active and prescriptive attitude. As a result, this former graduate of the Beaux-Arts in Lyon, a defender of handmade and unique creations, has gratified me with his galloping imagination…

Counterfeiting, that ‘privilege’ that brands dream of

There are two kinds of counterfeiting. The one that is done with the complicity of the consumer, the accepted counterfeit, and the one that is done in spite of him, that tries to abuse him. The first one stimulates the consumer’s desire for inaccessible objects, leading him to take the step of illegal acquisition. The second, more refined, perfects its production tool and its finishes to such a degree of…

Marton Radkai, Journalist and word wizard

Marton Radkai has been a loyal contributor to the Journal Suisse d’Horlogerie JSH Magazine for years. He wears a number of hats. First and foremost, he is a dedicated and independent journalist, editor of Wristwatch Annual, an annual publication on watches published by Abbeville Press, New York. He is also a top-notch translator from French and German to English. He also uses his experience as a former radio announcer and…

EPHJ 2021: DIXI Cool+ revolutionises micro-milling

It is possible to be 75 years old and still have a start-up mindset. DIXI Polytool, a long-established manufacturer of precision tools for watchmaking and other microtechnologies, has just invented a revolutionary miniature milling cutter.   Joël A. Grandjean, publisher & editor in chief JSH® Magazine and Swiss Watch Passport – Subscribe to JSH   In Le Locle, the Dixi Polytool factory in winter. A Andrea Pelati architect achievement  …

LVMH Group: the Arnault children in control

What if Julien Tornare (photo below), the current CEO of Zenith, were to take over the management of TAG Heuer vacated by the departure for Bulgari of the almost thirty-year-old Frédéric Arnault, the second youngest son of Bernard Arnault? Joël A. Grandjean, JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport’ Editor & Chief, Publisher Insta SWP | Insta JSH® | Facebook | Twitter | Linkedin This rumor is swirling. It comes from…

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Career: Amande, young polymechanic

A future in watchmaking, working with it or for it, is not just a man’s choice. At a time when the industry is facing a shortage of vocations, Amande Berclaz is a shining example to follow… Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch ‘s Editor in Chief Follow us on Linkedin – Facebook – Insta JSH – Insta SWP – JSH Subscriptions As a model? That’s where you’ll find Amande,…

EPHJ, the first physical Watch Exhibition of 2021

Postponed! From September 14 to 17, 2021, the EPHJ exhibition will take place at Palexpo Geneva. More than 800 exhibitors are expecting nearly 20,000 visitors! Hope for the post COVID era is rising again in the most impacted ranks of the watchmaking industry and its terroirs.   By Joël A. Grandjean, JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport’s Editor in Chief   Founded by André Colard and Olivier Saenger, the EPHJ…

Watchmaking cutlery began in Neuchâtel, at Les Halles

The ‘terroir’ approaches are made for getting along, and so are those that combine craftsmanship. Watchmaking and cutlery, cousins and accomplices. In Neuchâtel, Place des Halles, a knife that’s creating a buzz and… the Watch Cafés. To kick things off! Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’s editor in chief Linkedin – Facebook – Insta JSH – Insta SWP – JSH’s Subscription If you look at this full-handled “Laguiole en…

How Geneva buried its world unique watch museum

{Published on 20 December 2011} Genevanities. At a time when a remarkable watchmaking exhibition was transforming the Rath Museum into a showcase of “Gold and Enamel Treasures” until April 29, 2012 (acquire the catalog), just to finally realize the richness and quality of this exceptional heritage, it is good to reread page 23 of the Memorial of the Sessions of the City Council of the City of Geneva (168th year,…

The hidden face of columnist Joël Grammson

Music drove him to journalism: Joël Grammson knew he would become a singer, and he gave himself the means to do so. Since he didn’t know anyone in showbiz, and since he lived at the time a long way from the French-speaking capital through which every career had to be built, he started interviewing artists, so he might learn from them. With his eyes wide open, his microphone outstretched, and…

Hats off, Christian Wipfli! Time To Watches moves to Villa Sarasin

Tuesday 1 to Sunday 6 April 2025: the ticket office for the Time To Watches exhibition is open! Behind this ever-growing event, organizer Christian Wipfli. His relationship to time and duration? He lends himself to the game of “Time Matters,” an interview bordering on being intrusive. Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’s editor in chief Follow JSH on Linkedin – Facebook – Insta JSH – Insta SWP – Subscribe…

Young columnist Amandine discovers the JSH archives

Amandine (watch_it_with_amandine), the youngest watch columnist, reviews her discovery of the historical archives of the Journal Suisse d’Horlogerie JSH. At Maison de l’Horlogerie, Geneva: from the very first issue in July 1876 to the latest edition in 2024! Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’s Editor in chief Follow on Linkedin – Facebook – Insta JSH – Insta SWP – S’abonner à JSH

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