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‘WhoAreU’ Interview: Ba111od founder, Thomas Baillod

Amandine

3 August 2023

My name is Amandine, I am 11 years old. I am keen on watchmaking and, since the age of 7, when asked what job I want to do, I answer “watchmaker-designer at Bulgari”… In the meantime, I am interviewing people in the sector. By Amandine, the youngest Swiss Watch Passport columnist Amandine’s portrait | Insta SWP | Insta JSH® | Insta…

The Cluses watchmaking and turning museum

Charlotte Ollivier

18 July 2024

First floor. Locate at 100 place du 11 novembre in Cluses, in Haute-Savoie, a daily shuttles from Geneva. At 45 minutes from Annecy and at 30 minutes from Chamonix, free parkings around. Charlotte Ollivier / JSH 1876 News’s journalist Insta Ch. O. | Linkedin | Facebook | Insta JSH | Insta SWP | JSH’s Subscription At first, a watch factory then a…

Joray Wyss: the unfindable “concentricity tester”

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

1 January 2025

{Appeared in the “Joray & Wyss 80 years” JSH’s Hors-Série}. A little rummaging in the attics of Joray & Wyss history has yielded a unique machine that will delight vintage collectors worldwide. By Ollivier Broto, Expert Columnist / 1876 News Agency for Swiss Watch Passport & JSH Magazine Insta SWP | Insta JSH® | Facebook…

Nathalie: her talent of anglage and her watchmakers’ magnifying glasses

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

22 July 2022

In 2014, JSH, the Swiss Watchmaking Journal, devoted a two-page tribute to her mastery of hand anglage. Today, in addition to her art craft, which requires infinite patience and good eyesight, Nathalie Jean-Louis is all over the place. Joël A. Grandjean, JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport’s editor in chief & publisher Insta SWP |…

Origyn, moving towards a universal standard: “As Shazam, but for watches”

Albert J. de Buttes-LaCôte

2 August 2021

Vincent Perriard is among those watchmaking CEOs who regularly hit the headlines. As a former radio entertainer, hence his storytelling talent, he’s becoming the prophet of an unfalsifiable watchmaking industry. By Albert J. de Buttes-LaCôte, TàG Press +41 (News Agency) Read this article on JSH Magazine (Since 1876) Technologic approach to track down counterfeiters? It’s…

Amr Sindi aka “The Horophile”

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

17 October 2023

Behind “The Horophile” and his now famous playful rabbit lurks the hybrid Amr Sindi, one of the web’s most impactful influencers. Above all, a “quasi-brand” synonymous with passion, authenticity and genuineness. Joël A. Grandjean, JSH & Swiss Watch Passport (by JSH)’s Editor in chief Insta | Linkedin | Facebook | Insta JSH | Insta SWP | S’abonner à JSH What makes him special? Unashamedly expressing his own…

Beyer launches the “Rolex Certified Pre-Owned” program

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

25 September 2023

The world’s oldest watch shop is now able to offer second-hand Rolex watches with a certificate of authenticity and a warranty. With this programme, Beyer and Rolex are providing for greater security in the booming second-hand watch market. Selected press release by Joël A. Grandjean JSH & Swiss Watch Passport (by JSH)’s Editor in Chief…

EPHJ 2019: Singer 100 years with a book

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

18 June 2019

“Few are aware of the amount of skill and ability that goes on in the silence of the workshops,” explains Jean-Claude Engisch, father of Joris, the current director of Singer dials, in the 100th anniversary book . Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’s editor in chief Follow on Linkedin – Facebook – Insta JSH…

Career: Amande, young polymechanic

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

5 March 2024

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…

LTM, an apart Manufacture: great ambitions and… small calibres!

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

7 February 2024

{Article originally featured in JSH 2022}. Only a few professionals know it as LTM, an industrial pearl from Fleuris dedicated to watch movements. Behind this initials stands Le Temps Manufactures, the most discreet movement maker on the market. By Vincent Daveau, watchmaker, journalist and historian Read it on the Swiss Watch Journal JSH®, special issue SSC…

She told me ‘Around Five’… The clock of coincidences

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

15 May 2021

“Around Five” had whispered this attractive woman to me for our first date. In the lounge of this four-star Zurich hotel, by the piano, there is an incredible watch with a sleek and mysterious design. Coincidence? By Joël A. Grandjean, publisher & editor-in-chief of JSH®Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport. Follow on Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin…

Kari Voutilainen, greennesses and heights

Albert J. de Buttes-LaCôte

12 July 2022

Taking the high dive! It is in the famous Chapeau de Napoléon, this haughty mansion overlooking the Val de Travers, that the niche watchmaker Kari Voutilainen, Gaïa Price awarded in 2014 has just tucked himself away. And to commit to eco-responsibility with its 28SC-SB (Sun Bird) series. Albert J. de Buttes-LaCôte, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch…

2010: the facial oscillating rotor, already invented in 1995…!

Bloggy Tag

30 March 2010

In March 2008, bloghorloger.ch tracked down patent No. CH 685363, issued on 30 November 1995 and relating to the first self-winding timepiece with a facial rotor (not to be confused with the Perrelet double-rotor). The technical study and production of an initial functional prototype were entrusted to watchmaker Jean-Claude Nicolet (winner of the first Gaïa…

Dexel, a new manufacture promising a bright future

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

7 February 2025

In November 2019, the foundation stone was celebrated in the presence of Erich Fehr, Mayor of Biel, and Silvia Steidle, his finance director. The opening to staff was on August 12, 2022. Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’s Editor in Chief Follow us on Linkedin – Facebook – Insta JSH – Insta SWP –…

In 1941, Universal in JSH: new factory in Les Pont-de-Martel

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

18 December 2023

Just as the brand has been bought by Breitling, the Swiss watchmaking journal JSH digs up a historical treasure: this article appeared in its Basel Fair special edition of January-February 1941. A delightful reread… Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’s editor in chief & Publisher Follow JSH on Linkedin – Facebook – Insta JSH…

JSH magazine at Bucherer Paris: ultimate luxury according to Coralie

Albert J. de Buttes-LaCôte

7 April 2022

During a very select talk-breakfast in the pre-owned watches area of Bucherer Paris, on April 12, 2022, Coralie Omgba invites Joël A. Grandjean, the editor-in-chief of the Swiss watchmaking journal JSH. The program, in partnership with Watchmaking Tools Art, focuses on passion investing… Albert J. de Buttes-LaCôte, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch reporter journalist Suivre sur…

Nicolas Commergnat, the visionary watchmaker: holy Grail between watchmaking History and Big Data

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

6 September 2021

With his eye always on the flea markets and his foot in the blockchain, while his golden fingers are manipulating the star timepieces of the world’s auctions, his ultra-scanner is generating the most valuable database. Emmanuel Alder / TàG Press +41 (News Agency) Print version, JSH® Magazine #01/2021 – Subscribe The world’s experts are consulting…

Watchmaking in grief: sudden passing of Boris Petitpierre

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

26 July 2025

An essential behind-the-scenes figure in Swiss watchmaking, Boris Petitpierre passed away suddenly and much too soon. Read the micro portrait that the Journal Suisse d’Horlogerie JSH dedicated to him, between Bono and Elton John. Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’s editor in chief Follow on Linkedin – Facebook – Insta JSH – Insta SWP…

Bennahmias speaks out in favor of suppliers and… of Swiss Made

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

15 April 2021

He is a regular of verbal punchlines! With his leather jacket, he sets the record straight, he turns up the heat and becomes the spokesman for Swiss Made. And he’s throwing down the hammer, taking advantage of the podium provided by the Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix ceremony where he was just awarded the supreme distinction,…

Elizabeth Hiscott: from watchmaking texts to the status of artist in Berlin

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

30 January 2022

Having translated numerous articles for the watchmaking press, a British English copywriter uses the industry as a springboard to secure her artist status in Berlin and now embarks on her first film script! A review of the life of Elizabeth Hiscott… By Anna Aznaour / Independent journalist, member of the editorial board of JSH Magazine Write…

Antiquorum’s Record! A splendid ultra-complicated watch of Henri Grandjean, founder of the Neuchâtel Observatory, hit the auctions market

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

17 October 2022

It rocked! This gold pocket watch with eight complications rarely combined in a single piece is one of the most complex ever made by Henri Grandjean. This chronometric treasure was back at auction at the Beau Rivage in Geneva on 6 November 2022. A perfect opportunity to highlight one of Switzerland’s major master watchmakers, and to tickle…

The 2025 Gaïa Awards, aka “Watchmaking’s Nobel Prizes” are given to…

Asha Shaniah Gibson

15 September 2025

Award ceremony on September 18, at the MIH in La Chaux-de-Fonds: the Gaïa Prize jury nominates Roger W. Smith, Helmut Crott, and Jean-Jacques Paolini in the categories “Craftsmanship, Creation,” “History, Research,” and “Entrepreneurship,” respectively. A Shaniah Asha Gibson’s Selection / @TRP, Cabinet d’écritures et d’influence Insta | Linkedin | Facebook | Insta JSH | Insta SWP | Subscribe to JSH How to get to…

Mineral glass, the last wizard

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

8 October 2023

His craft is under threat, and the material he works with is becoming more and more elusive. Christian Calas is looking forward to retirement, and would like to pass on his know-how. Industry’s biggest names are getting involved. Emmanuel Alder / JSH Magazine & TàG Press +41’s indépendant columnist Write to him | Insta SWP…

‘WhoAreU’ interview: Laurent Picciotto, Chronopassion boutique in Paris

Amandine

27 December 2022

Watchmaking cutlery began in Neuchâtel, at Les Halles

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

24 July 2024

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…

Rolex buys Bucherer: the crowning achievement of independencies

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

24 August 2023

Until Rolex announced its takeover of Bucherer, the brand with the crown had only one boutique in the world, in Geneva, in order to comply with cantonal law allowing it to use the city’s name in its branding. Today, it boasts over 100 points of sale… By Joël A. Grandjean, JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch…

Moonswatch, Nick Hayek’s true master stroke revealed

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

22 July 2022

With the recently launched Moonswatch operation, Nick Hayek has achieved a “double strike” success while being the first in the watchmaking industry to provide a solution to ” recover ” the staggering revenues that kept slipping out of his hands. Let me explain… Joël A. Grandjean, JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport’s editor in chief…

Major watch maker Henri Grandjean back to life thanks to after-sales service

Public Relations @TRP Cabinet

21 February 2024

The Association “Henri Grandjean, Valeurs & Héritage” has achieved a premiere: by assigning the after-sales service of a bygone brand to one of the 21st century’s most talented watchmaker-restorers, The organization enshrines a major 18th-century watchmaker’s legacy. @TRP, Textes & Relations, Production, Writings and influence consultancy Follow on Facebook & Instagram Communiqué de PressePress ReleaseToday’s…

Saint Lucia: Konrad Wagner, Swiss consul with a sea view

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

23 November 2025

Honorary Consul of Switzerland in Saint Lucia, Konrad Wagner is also the owner of one of the island’s most authentic hotels, the Calabash Cove Resort & SPA. Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’s editor in Chief Pictures: ©JAG / Marie Demille Follow us on Linkedin – Facebook – Insta JSH – Insta SWP –…

Valérien Jaquet from Concepto Manufacture: “premises enlargements and records”

Albert J. de Buttes-LaCôte

7 July 2022

The monumental antique clock that greets the visitor announces the tone. Without however revealing the topicality: an extension of more than 1800 square metres and a Bulgari record that is a buzz around the world. Read this in printed form in the Swiss watchmaking journal, JSH 1876 (EPHJ). Albert J. de Buttes-LaCôte, JSH Magazine &…

In Saint-Imier, the Froidevaux group’s steel

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

11 January 2024

His CDH20.20 steel releases so little nickel that it cannot be allergenic. When it comes to sharing his knowledge of steelmaking, Henri Machwirth combines his specialist skills with a hefty dose of passion. Interview appeared in the Swiss watchmaking journal JSH, EPHJ 2022 edition. Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’s Editor in chief &…

Caribbean Hours, Swiss brands at Sugar Beach

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

23 November 2025

Sugar Beach, spa resort. Here, in “La Baie de Silence,” with their feet in the water at “Forbidden Beach” facing the Pitons—wonders of the world—celebrities get married or renew their vows. Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’ editor in chief Pictures: ©JAG / Marie Demille Follow us on Linkedin – Facebook – Insta JSH…

JSH on TV, in Rolex ‘s boss’s portrait

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

22 November 2025

“The man who whispers in Donald Trump’s ear!” Thus begins the portrait of Jean-Frédéric Dufour, CEO of Rolex, on Swiss national television. Suddenly, in the middle of a report by Nicolas Rossé, the JSH from EPHJ 2024 takes center stage! Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’s editor in chief and publisher Follow us on…

Tavannes Watch is the birth father of the Chronomat

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

17 March 2021

Amazing, this Chronomat model of Tavannes Watch from 1946 is very similar to the Breitling’s Chronomat reference 769. What if the history of the mythical calibers of Swiss watchmaking was given a brief overhaul? By Joël A. Grandjean, editor in chief JSH Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport Insta SWP | Insta JSH® | Facebook |…

The Swiss press reveals Amandine to the masses

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

21 June 2023

Amandine, the world’s youngest watch columnist, whose “WhoAreU” interviews are published on Swiss Watch Passport (by JSH) online magazine, is on the cover of the 20 Minutes national media. She is also featured in the latest issue of JSH Magazine. By Joël A. Grandjean JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport’s Publisher and Editor in Chief…

Ramon Iso, Diamonds, Precious stones and Porsche steering wheels

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

18 September 2023

Featured in Legends magazine. In the night, the only recognisable headlights opposite are those of a Porsche. Ramon Iso has become a prince of gem-setting and diamonds in the heart of Swiss watchmaking excellence, and his eyes are still filled with wonder of childhood. Joël A. Grandjean / JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport’s Publisher…

Swissness: Swiza at the very top

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

11 January 2025

“This is the world’s highest luxury boutique”, confirms Stéphane Linder, CEO of the Kirchhofer Group, one of Switzerland’s leading watch distributors. It’s also the place to find Swiza knives. Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’s Editor in chief Follow us on Linkedin – Facebook – Insta JSH – Insta SWP – JSH’s Subscription Perched…

Lady Tortue, so very feminine

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

27 May 2023

Is it still possible to manufacture a pure ladies’ watch? Is this still possible without falling into the eternal so-called female reductions of male models? Women know what they want, and even better, what they don’t want. And for Pia de Chefdebien, what women desire, God ordains! Joël A. Grandjean, JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch…

Gaïa 2021: the Prize of the Prizes, Carole’s tears…

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

20 January 2022

An unprecedented conjunction of coincidences brought a unique breath of bliss to the 2021 ceremony. Like an improbable planets alignment above the venerable MIH’s Hans Erni Hall, there were tinglings with wonders. By Joël A. Grandjean / JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport Publisher & Editor in chief Jury member of the Gaïa Award Insta…

JSH in 1893: Dennison and the watch industry in the United States

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

22 March 2025

In 1894, 18 years after its foundation, the “Journal Suisse d’Horlogerie” JSH published an overview of the American watchmaking industry. At this time of new customs threats and the rebirth of the Dennison brand, these historical pages are a delight to turn. Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch editor in chief Follow on Linkedin…

Xavier Dietlin’s furtive “Raptor Shield”

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

1 August 2025

First published in the JSH Magazine: “He has been living with his famous Raptors for 20 years. In his showroom, he tests them, makes them reliable, and challenges them. Today, he is bringing out their best. Miniaturized, his magical system can fit into a case…” Lorétan Khipass, 876 News Agency (Anc. TàG Press +41)’s journalist…

The COSC establishes a new standard in Swiss chronometry

Asha Shaniah Gibson

14 February 2026

“Today, on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the ISO 3159 standard, the COSC opens a new chapter, one that looks firmly toward the future” according to the official press release issued on 12 February 2026. The ‘COSC Excellence Chronometer’ has now been launched. A Shaniah Asha Gibson’s selection / @TRP, Cabinet d’écritures et…

JSH Archives: Nobel Prize winner Guillaume, 1st SSC honorary member

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

13 January 2024

In the December 1924 issue of Switzerland’s oldest watchmaking journal, the JSH: it’s 2 months after Saturday 4 October 1924, when the Société Suisse de Chronométrie was established in Geneva. 100 years ago! Here is the story of this prestigious SSC, which celebrates in 2024 its 100th Anniversary. Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’s…

LVMH acquires stake in watch movement manufacturer La Joux-Perret

Asha Shaniah Gibson

12 November 2025

Alongside this minority shareholding in the capital of the renowned La Chaux-de-Fonds-based movement manufacturer, a strategic commercial agreement has been signed to offer new production and innovation capabilities to all LVMH group watchmakers. A Shaniah Asha Gibson’s selection / @TRP, Cabinet d’écritures et d’influence Insta | Linkedin | Facebook | Insta JSH | Insta SWP | S’abonner à JSH Read the interview with CEO Jean-Claude…

Rossella Baldi, dossier: “Everywhere, archives treasures…”

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

30 January 2023

In the Swiss watchmaking journal JSH Magazine she wrote an authoritative and enlightening article on archives and databases. An in-depth piece, which highlights both the academic approach to archives and the author’s personal expertise as the ex curator of the Musée international d’horlogerie’s study centre. To read, download and keep. Joël A. Grandjean, JSH® Magazine &…

The BA111OD system gives birth to a CHF 3’920.00 tourbillon!

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

14 October 2021

Thomas Baillod, now the “tourbillon troublemaker”, is throwing a spanner in the works! His entirely Swiss Made tourbillon for less than CHF 4’000.00 brings complicated watchmaking to the masses. And as its name suggests, The Veblen Dilemma challenges the foundations of “perceived value”. By Joël A. Grandjean, Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch & JSH Magazine editor in chief Insta…

Presque 20 millions pour une Rolex en acier: au-delà du placement!

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

17 April 2021

Les ventes aux enchères horlogères se sont-elles emballées? Pourtant utile à l’image de l’horlogerie mécanique, la course aux records risque d’éclipser l’intérêt du public pour les nouveautés ou le simple plaisir d’acheter. Surtout si la course s’appelle Daytona! Joël A. Grandjean, éditeur-rédacteur en chef de JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport. S’abonner à JSH…

The Horopedia Foundation chaired by Philippe Dufour

Asha Shaniah Gibson

23 August 2022

JSH Magazine has announced it in its EPHJ 2022 issue: The Horopedia Foundation is launching a watchmaking “wikipedia” in Geneva on 30 March 2022. In the presence of Philippe Dufour (independent watchmaker), Dr. Helmut Crott (watch expert), André Colard (co-founder of the EPHJ), and Marc André Deschoux from WatchesTV. To read it again… Une sélection…

Legends & Myths, the Universal and the Spoiled Child

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

5 October 2024

{Published in JSH 01-2020} Today, my Universal and I are in our 70s… It has never needed a repair or inspection service, and continues to tick off the hours without delay. It seems to me that this watch must be dreaming of a younger owner. Here’s its story… Kenan Tegin, Collector, co-founder of Montres Passion…

Publisher Watchprint releases two ‘Rolex Cosmograph Daytona’ volumes

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

25 October 2024

After the success of 2014’s ‘Moonwatch Only‘, the Swiss publishing company is once again publishing its two authors Anthony Marquié and Grégoire Rossier: two books on the legendary Rolex model written with the expert involvement of author Tiffany To. Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’s editor in chief Follow JSH on Linkedin – Facebook…

Concepto Manufacture, a touch of GPHG thanks to Bulgari!

Albert J. de Buttes-LaCôte

11 November 2022

In the June 2022 issue of the Swiss watch journal JSH, the Concepto review (pages 34-35) reveals the behind-the-scenes story of a record-breaking thin wristwatch that has just been honoured on the GPHG stage: Bulgari, the 2022 “Audacity” award! Par Albert-J. de Buttes-LaCôte / TàG Press +41 (News Agency) Insta SWP | Insta JSH® |…

The prestigious Gaïa Award 2025 goes to Helmut Crott

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

21 September 2025

“History, Research” category. Unique en son genre, le Prix Gaïa, surnommé le “Nobel de l’horlogerie“, The unique Prix Gaïa aka the “Nobel Prize of watchmaking, honours the very best: those contributing to the reputation of watchmaking, its history, its technology or its industry. Written by MIH, the Musée International d’Horlogerie in La Chaux-de-Fonds Insta SWP |…

Marton Radkai, Journalist and word wizard

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

20 November 2022

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…

Jojo Laplace’s vintage fragrances

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

20 July 2022

Beyond this “Jim Carrey look” escaped without a mask from a flea market, Joël Laplace alias @jojolamontre on Insta, has been sharing for more than 15 years his sinful passion for an universe of vintage watches and unexpected watchmaking items. For sale… By Joël A. Grandjean, JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport’s editor in chief &…

In the midst of the Festival, “Emmanuelle Welfelé, enamel and miniature painting”

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

26 September 2025

Festival Suisse d’Horlogerie 2025: because she almost always “liked” my posts on Linkedin and Instagram, she deserved to be featured in the Journal Suisse d’Horlogerie JSH. Thanks to the third edition of this now unmissable event, I finally got to meet her in person! Joël A. Grandjean / JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport’s editor…

Homologated! The 356RE rewrites the Swiss made automotive

Lee Warrien | TàG Press +41, News Agency

9 January 2023

Romuald Cappelle has built his signature behind the scenes of the watchmaking industry and, more broadly, within the high-precision world as discovered at the EPHJ Fair. From Sierre (Switzerland), the BEMRC, his discreet mechanical engineering company, has never been so well renowned By Lee Warrien, TàG Press +41’s Contributing Editor for Swiss Watch Passport® Insta…

The truth according to ChatGPT, it’s quite scary!

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

7 October 2023

I did an experiment: I questioned this “prototype conversational agent.” Does it know about the Swiss Watch Passport? His answer astounded me! Not only does it claim to know, but it invents a truth out of nothing. Worrying, indeed detrimental! Joël A. Grandjean, JSH & Swiss Watch Passport (by JSH) Editor in Chief Insta | Linkedin | Facebook | Insta JSH | Insta SWP | S’abonner…

Concepto Watch Factory and Bugatti: ‘Tourbillon’ partnership

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

2 July 2024

The watch engine manufacturer from La Chaux-de-Fonds becomes exclusive provider to the prestigious French brand: development and production of the extraordinary mechatronic and retro-futuristic dashboard of the new “Tourbillon” automotive model. Joël A. Grandjean, Editor-in-Chief JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch Follow us on Linkedin – Facebook – Insta JSH – Insta SWP – JSH’s subscription See:…

Safes never die! Jean Ferner’s lair

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

28 August 2021

There is magic in this improbable universe at Crêt du Locle inhabited by safes. Certainly the biggest collection of safes in Switzerland, and maybe even in the world? A nightmare place for burglars…. By Ollivier Broto / TàG Press +41 (News Agency) Read the article in JSH® Magazine, issue #01-2021. Subscribe This place is a…

Elka Watch x Loch Lat, Neuchâtel’s first real whisky and a rare 25-piece collection

Asha Shaniah Gibson

31 October 2024

A limited edition of 25 pieces celebrates the launch of a rather special collab: Hakim El Kadiri, founder of Elka Watch, has meticulously crafted Loch Lat single malt, the very first Neuchatel real whisky. A sélection of Shaniah Asha Gibson / @TRP, Public Relations Cabinet & Joël A. Grandjean Insta | Linkedin | Facebook | Insta JSH | Insta SWP | JSH’s Subscription Watch &…

“WhoAreU” Interview: Audemars Piguet’s CEO, François-Henry Bennahmias

Amandine

26 April 2023

SSC Journée d’Etudes: expresso avec Michele Fazzone

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

26 September 2023

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…

Groh+Ripp: loved by the best in watchmaking

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

8 June 2025

Over the past 20 years, the watchmaking industry has invested a lot of energy in vertical integration. However, even today, it still depends on specialists in many cases, some of whom are based outside Switzerland. One such specialist is the family-owned company Groh & Ripp à Idar-Oberstein. Timm Delfs Loyal journalist at the Journal Suisse…

Henri Grandjean and India: a pioneer in the world of the Maharajahs

Public Relations @TRP Cabinet

15 December 2025

As Swiss watchmaking excellence eyes India, it is worth celebrating the pioneering achievements of master watchmaker Henri Grandjean: the chronometer maker from Le Locle led the way, becoming the undisputed reference figure in the 19th century. A Shaniah Asha Gibson’s Selection / @TRP, Cabinet d’écritures et d’influence Insta | Linkedin | Facebook | Insta JSH | Insta SWP | Subsribe to JSH Exclusively produced for…

Suppliers: five wrong “good reasons” not to register your trademark!

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

7 April 2021

The talk starts with a thought related to an annual visit to EPHJ, in 2019. There I was surprised at the rarity of exhibitors who have trademarked their company name. By the way, is this really useful? Answers from the master. By Joël A. Grandjean, editor in chief JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport …

Careers, the rising stars: Amandine, the post-Z generation is coming!

✍ Joel A. Grandjean

2 July 2022

It’s a phenomenon! She is 11 years old and is creating a worldwide buzz on the watchmaking web. Amandine embodies with freshness and enthusiasm all that brands would dream of getting as a pure reflection of their image. By Joël A. Grandjean, JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport’s Editor in Chief Insta SWP | Insta…

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7 August 2022

The concept of a “World Watchmaking Day” is in the headlines thanks to a brand new article in Le Figaro. It reminds me of this topic posted on October 10, 2020 at 10:10 (!!!) on the bloghorloger.ch (now Swiss Watch Passport). Joël A. Grandjean, JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport’s editor in chief & publisher…

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23 November 2025

Once a year, we used to meet up in Basel! Since the demise of Baselworld, I now have to visit him at his place, just outside Castries, on the way to Bois d’Orange, to keep in touch… Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’ editor in chief Pictures: ©JAG / Marie Demille Follow us on…

Xavier Comtesse, JSH contributor and visionary leader

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7 January 2023

He is an honorary contributor to the Swiss watchmaking magazine JSH, in particular with his “Carte Blanche” devoted to the exhibition Coco Chanel-Picasso, held in Madrid, as well as an active member of the Agefi editorial team. Joël A. Grandjean / JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport’s Editor in Chief & Publisher Insta SWP | Insta…

History of watch design: an espresso with Xavier Perrenoud

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14 January 2023

Three never-before-seen images in this 2013 interview: as part of a research project for ECAL, the University of Art and Design in Lausanne, the founder of Atelier XJC, in La Chaux-de-Fonds, explores his profession’s roots. Interview by Joël A. Grandjean JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport’s Publisher & Editor in chief Insta SWP | Insta JSH®…

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Estelle on M6TVEstelle on France3 TVRead also Ba111odEstelle Lagarde, Gouacheuse, en pleine réalisation d’une TAG Heuer Elle est une fée des pinceaux et des tubes de couleurs à l’heure où les artistes du clic de la souris ont balayé d’un revers de paume les rendus léchés et minutieux que certains acteurs du luxe ultime adoubent encore. Ces clients se font rares, occupés qu’ils sont à limer les dépenses et…

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31 August 2021

The winners are Carole Kasapi (Craftsmanship Creation), Eric Klein (Entrepreneurship) and Anthony Turner (History Research). Registration for the award ceremony is open, on Thursday, September 16 at 6:30 pm at the MIH, (la Chaux-de-Fonds). Congratulations to these new “nobelised” and to Nathanaëlle Delachaux who receives the Horizon Gaïa grant. By Joël A. Grandjean / JSH Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport’s Editor in Chief Member of the Gaïa Award Jury The…

JSH (1876) has acquired all of The Journal Suisse d’Horlogerie’s archives

21 March 2024

Rescued from a Kafkaesque journey that could have extinguished them forever, the whole archives of JSH, the Journal Suisse d’Horlogerie founded in 1876, have just reappeared. The information is relevant to the entire watchmaking sector. Une sélection de Shaniah Asha Gibson / @TRP, Public Relations Cabinet Insta | Linkedin | Facebook | Insta JSH | Insta SWP | S’abonner à JSH Régis Huguenin, Curator of the MIH, the Musée International d'Horlogerie in La Chaux-de-Fonds, is opening the first bound volume…

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21 September 2023

Georges Brodbeck, Hans Boeckh and Miguel Garcia are the 2023 winners in the “Craftsmanship – Creation“, “History – Research” and “Entrepreneurship” categories respectively. Member of the Gaïa Prize Jury Joël A. Grandjean JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport’s Editor in Chief Insta SWP | Insta JSH® | Facebook | Twitter | Linkedin The master Guillocheur Georges BrodbeckMédias (Français)Medias (English)Medias (Deutsch)The Watchmaking Nobel, as I renamed it a few years ago,…

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27 August 2022

Laurent Barotte, Nico de Rooij and Edouard Meylan are the 2022 laureates of the award considered to be the “Nobel of watchmaking”. Respectively in the categories “Craftsmanship and Creation”, “History and Research” and “Entrepreneurship”. Shaniah Asha Gibson’s selection / @TRP, Public Relations Cabinet Insta | Linkedin | Facebook | Insta JSH | Insta SWP | S’abonner à JSH The 2022 edition of the Prix Gaïa pays tribute to watchmaking talents and once again confirms…

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9 April 2021

Unashamedly spitting in the soup that has fed you? A former watch designer for brands that have added some prestige to his CV, Claudio d’Amore, founder of Code 41, exists by calling others bandits. By Joël A. Grandjean, Editor in Chief JSH Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport In “It’s going to get out” mode, the designer turns himself into a community builder and, to get there faster, kicks…

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3 July 2025

Up to 2025, I’m back! Rescued from a trip to the dump, along with thousands of other small sheets belonging to a fascinating archive, I survived the Basel Fair! My year was 1976. What was my matter? The Neprosolar, one of the very first solar watches. Back to the future! Textual Strory: Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’s editor in chief Follow on Linkedin – Facebook – Insta JSH…

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Baby-foot entièrement recouvert de cuir par la haute-gainerie Vaudaux, à Genève. Walking through the EPHJ hallways, year after year, there…

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It needed to be daring! This shape embodies the upper end of an instrument’s neck, where everything is harmonized and tuned. Yvan Arpa, a rock’n’roll figure of an inventive and…

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