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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…

Xavier Comtesse, JSH contributor and visionary leader

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…

Pentagonal rupturist design, the new Tzoumy Geneva watches on Kickstarter

14 October 2021

Nothing new under the sun in the watch design scene. Except for a particularly wearable pentagonal style created by the Geneva watchmaker Yvan Monnet. An affordable Swiss Made watch for wrists that resist mainstream conformity… By Joël A. Grandjean, editor in chief & publisher of Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch & JSH Magazine Insta SWP | Insta JSH® |…

Patek Philippe, remnants of an electronic timelessness

3 September 2021

On auction websites, Patek Philippe radio-controlled timekeeping units are still in circulation. They can also be found from time to time in watch factories. Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’ editor in chief Follow us on Linkedin – Facebook – Insta JSH – Insta SWP – Subscribe to JSH On my way to Fleurier, with…

Mineral glass, the last wizard

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…

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JSH magazine at Bucherer Paris: ultimate luxury according to Coralie

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…

Dr. Helmut Crott, a memorable birthday video

4 November 2023

On Thursday, November 2, 2023, at the Restaurant “Il Salento” in Genève-Acacias, a rare gathering of horological icons was reached. Dr. Helmut Crott, the world-renowned expert and father of watch auctions, was celebrating yet another birthday while celebrating his Jurgensen’s 250th anniversary exhibition at La Réserve in Geneva. Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’s…

SAPHIR is a historical episode, not a material

10 January 2013

{Published on January 10, 2013} At a time when sapphire has just celebrated its eighty-year introduction in watchmaking, who remembers this holding firm grouping together the companies LeCoultre, Jaeger LeCoultre and Favre Leuba, whose initials stood for Société Anonyme de Participation Horlogères et Industrielles Réunies? That was before the trend of acquisitions, takeover bids and family…

Dr. Helmut Crott: Horological auctions owe him their hundreds of millions

16 April 2021

Although less well known than Antiquorum founder Osvaldo Patrizzi, expert collector Dr. Helmut Crott is, like Patrizzi, the forerunner of worldwide watch auctions. We owe him the first thematic auction dedicated exclusively to A. Lange & Söhne. It was in Germany, in Munich. Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch editor in chief Follow me…

Jubilee Witschi, the institution with a future

17 August 2022

Viewed at EPHJ 2022. In 1947, Paul Witschi was developing the world’s best measuring instruments for watches. 75 years later, the company has never been more synonymous with innovative reliability. Its name is now a generic one. By Emmanuel Alder / JSH Magazine & TàG Press +41’s Independent Columnist Write to him | Insta SWP | Insta…

Neuchâtel: case of poison-pen letters in swiss watchmaking community

16 June 2021

The man*, former co-founder of a high-end brand, CEO in sight, has confessed. Several criminal complaints have been filed and he has just been sentenced. The charges are extremely serious. In Neuchatel, there is relief. Joël A. Grandjean, JSH & Swiss Watch Passport (by JSH)’s Editor in chief Insta | Linkedin | Facebook | Insta JSH | Insta SWP | S’abonner à JSH JSH® Magazine SubscriptionIllustration image…

Ramon Iso, Diamonds, Precious stones and Porsche steering wheels

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…

The Ouagadougou watchmaker: authentic time

Laurent Sage

27 April 2023

Travel diary. In the heart of the large market of Ouagadougou, I asked “I am looking for the watchmaker of Ouaga?” A man tells me, “ah yes, of course, I’ll lead you to Monsieur Benoît.” By Laurent Sage / JSH® Magazine’s Contributor Insta SWP | Insta JSH® | Facebook | Twitter | Linkedin Benoît Parkouda…

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Factory Echoes: in the heart of the Blue Moon

2 July 2022

By recruiting to the Tec Group watchmakers Eric Coudray and Paul Clémenti, two Gaïa prizes, the ardent Arnaud Faivre has brought HYT’s fluids into his workshops. The 41-jewel Caliber 601-MO came out. Backstage tour appeared in the Swiss watchmaking journal JSH. By Lee Warrien, TàG Press +41 contributor for Swiss Watch Passport Insta SWP |…

Moonswatch, Nick Hayek’s true master stroke revealed

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…

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

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…

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

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…

Pierre Amstutz, Swiss watchmaking is in mourning

13 November 2023

Sad news: Pierre Amstutz passed away suddenly on 2023 November 10th, in his 55th year. Director of the Geneva School of Watchmaking since September 2009, he was about to celebrate the school’s 200th anniversary in 2024, after having orchestrated its move to the brand-new Tourbillon complex in Plan-Les-Ouates. Joël A. Grandjean, JSH Magazine & Swiss-Watch-Passport.ch’s…

Amr Sindi aka “The Horophile”

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…

SSC Journée d’Etudes: expresso avec Michele Fazzone

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…

Time Matters: Jean-Marie Schaller, senior entrepreneur

1 August 2022

Its “Space Revolution” was featured on the JSH Magazine front page with its grand complication and double-tourbillon caliber manufactured by Concepto. A galaxy of co-contractors in orbit is inside this chronometric masterpiece. In the background, the “Traité d’Horlogerie” written by Louis Moinet. Interview by Joël A. Grandjean, Editor-in-Chief and Publisher JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch…

“WhoAreU” Interview: Ba111od founder, Thomas Baillod

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…

Beyer launches the “Rolex Certified Pre-Owned” program

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…

“WhoAreU” interview with Zenith CEO, Julien Tornare

1 October 2023

My name is Amandine, I am 12 years old and keen on watchmaking. Since the age of 7, when asked what job I want to do, I answer “watchmaker-designer at Bulgari”… In the meantime, I interview people in the industry. Let’s see today who is Zenith CEO, Julien Tornare. By Amandine, the youngest Swiss Watch…

WhoAreU interview with H. Moser & Cie’s CEO, Edouard Meylan

15 October 2023

My name is Amandine, I am 12 years old and keen on watchmaking. Since the age of 7, when asked what job I want to do, I answer “watchmaker-designer at Bulgari”… In the meantime, I interview people in the industry. Let’s see today who is H. Moser & Cie CEO, Edouard Meylan. By Amandine, the…

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

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…

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Between Elton John and Bono, Boris Petitpierre and his set of watchmaking tools

1 November 2022

As head of his eponymous company, which has been added like a manufacturing gem to the industrial necklace of Acrotec Group, Boris Petitpierre in Cortaillod (NE) is still not believing it! Albert-J. de Buttes-LaCôte / TàG Press +41 (News Agency) Insta SWP | Insta JSH® | Facebook | Twitter | Linkedin Par quel miracle, les…

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

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…

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

26 April 2023

Short Supply Routes? Overview with the FH President, Jean-Daniel Pasche

23 January 2022

{Published in the JSH Special Issue ‘Short Supply Routes’} As the term industrial begins to flourish with common names related to recycling, environmental ethics and carbon footprint measurement, the question of standardisation or regulation arises… Interview. Interview by Joël A. Grandjean / JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport Publisher & Editor in Chief Insta SWP…

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New alternative in the manufacture of regulators?

6 March 2012

{Published on March 6, 2012, before Baselworld} If the leak that has been intercepted by bloghorloger.ch is true, a new serious player, able to immediately manufacture, would enter the world of assortments, “the regulating heart of mechanical watches.“ By BloggyTaG It is rumored in the hallways of pre- Baselworld 2012, that a solution for industrial manufacturing of assortments (anchor, escapement wheel, balance-spring regulated) would have been developed in the greatest…

Pierre Rogé: from CapQua to the first Swiss Electronics Cluster

1 March 2022

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),…

“WhoAreU” Interview: Ba111od founder, Thomas Baillod

3 August 2023

2008, Gulf States: Rivoli Group becomes part of the Swatch Group

16 August 2008

In July 2008, the Swatch Group has acquired a strategic investment in Rivoli Group, one of the leading distributors of luxury goods in the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) region. This investment qualifies as an associated company and is accounted for using the equity method. In addition to its own products, the group distributes the following brands: Swatch, Dunhill, Vertu, Omega, Montegrappa (I), MontBlanc, J.M. Weston, IWC, Glitter, Eden Park, Carl…

Badeco: who said size doesn’t matter?

3 June 2023

When you move from “Micro” to “Nano”, motor size matters a lot! That’s what Badeco Genève is explaining today which for over 50 years is producing micromotors for the leading names in the watch and jewellery industry. Philippe Perret du Cray / JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport’s Partner Insta SWP | Insta JSH® | Facebook | Twitter | Linkedin This is especially true for those operators who use the…

ArtyA Son of Sound ‘Union Jack’ chronograph appears in Paris Match French Magazine

8 December 2021

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 no-limit watchmaking, touched by street culture, is here cultivating his penchant for music. He who used to collect, on the floor of their studio, the plectrums of the band Kiss to make dials, tries here to iconize this rupturist aesthetic.…

Expert Carmelo Armeli: counterfeiters’ terror

27 May 2023

Self-employed since 2018, this low-profile expert, one of the best counterfeit detectors in the world, has a long list of prestigious clients. Meet him at one of the watch markets he organizes. Joël A. Grandjean / JSH® Magazine & Swiss Watch Passport’s Editeur in chief & Publisher Insta SWP | Insta JSH® | Facebook | Twitter | Linkedin Carmelo Armeli, the experienced expert, never one to be stingy about sharing his…

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The water rabbit stars in the 2023 series of Blancpain’s Traditional Chinese Calendar watch

12 December 2022

From 22 January 2023, the water tiger of Chinese astrology will give way to the water rabbit. To mark this transition, Blancpain is pursuing its custom initiated in 2012 by unveiling a new edition of its Villeret Traditional Chinese Calendar model. Une sélection de Shaniah Asha Gibson / @TRP, Public Relations Cabinet Insta | Linkedin | Facebook | Insta JSH | Insta SWP | S’abonner à JSH Crafted from platinum in a 50-piece limited edition, this watch displays the main…

Mathey-Tissot brand introduces the San Antonio Signature watch

8 September 2021

Watchmaking: tribute to the famous writer Frédéric Dard who would have been 100 years old in 2021. A limited edition Swiss Made watch numbered 1921 pieces, is celebrating the memory of the most prolific of all French-speaking authors. Available in three versions. @TRP, Texts & Relations, Production 1921-2021. All over the world, the French-speaking world multiplies tributes. Frédéric Dard is buried in his village of St-Chef, between Geneva and Lyon. This…

Armin Strom and Horomariobro: Pure Resonance Ultimate Sapphire

3 August 2023

Biel/Bienne, Switzerland, 14 June 2023: The creative and renowned watch collector Horomariobro, dubbed “the King of Macro photography” on Instagram had the desire for Armin Strom to create a unique piece. Une sélection de Shaniah Asha Gibson / @TRP, Public Relations Cabinet Insta | Linkedin | Facebook | Insta JSH | Insta SWP | S’abonner à JSH The result – the Pure Resonance Ultimate Sapphire with a sapphire dial, a unique highly symmetrical design with exquisite hand decorations – turned…

Maximilian Büsser & Friends: the Legacy Machine FlyingT Tiger Eye

14 July 2022

For Maximilian Büsser and MB&F, creative energy comes in seven-year cycles. It was in MB&F’s seventh year that the Legacy Machine collection was born, that the first M.A.D.Gallery opened in Geneva and opened the door to the MB&F co creations. The 14th year of MB&F unveiled a new avenue of horological exploration, an evolution of creative horizons for founder and company alike: the Legacy Machine FlyingT, first launched in 2019,…

A unique piece Opera Godfather by Jacob & Co. goes through the roof at a charity auction in Capri

24 August 2022

On July 30th , leading high end watchmaking brand Jacob & Co. donated a one off timepiece to the yearly Luisaviaroma x Unicef charity gala. After a heated fight between buyers, the watch was auctioned off for 450 000 €, 50% above the retail price of its regular version. A selection of Ashmita Muthoora / @TRP, Public Relations Cabinet Insta | Linkedin | Facebook A charity auction may be about charity, but buyers rarely…

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