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Dave-W. Grandjean, writer in secret

He arrived home, opened his bag and said, “It’s for you! It’s a detective book with a special dedication that tears at my eyes. “Sur La Trace Des Diamants Perdus”…
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Timm Delfs, a long-time contributor to JSH, the Swiss Watch Journal

Timm Delfs, a specialist journalist and sundial expert, writes in English and German for national publishing institutions and has been a regular contributor to the Swiss watch journal JSH since…
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A historic TV moment: Rolex boss filmed and interviewed

Media premiere: Jean-Frédéric Dufour speaks on behalf of Rolex on the TV evening news! Thanks to his report on Georges Dubois, an almost 103-year-old watchmaker who worked with Hans Wilsdorf,…
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The ‘No Brand’ trend: under pressure, the Commergnat mystery

Appeared in the Journal Suisse d’Horlogerie JSH®. This ” golden fingers ” watchmaker has released his “Level One” in the most discrete way. This is the ultimate “no-brand” embodiment that,…
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‘No branding’ trend: Christian Etienne, the restorative label

Appeared in the Journal Suisse d’Horlogerie JSH®. Was he dreaming of a collection? From Porrentruy, this expert in antique watch restoration is establishing a name for himself by refurbishing a…
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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…
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Pierre Amstutz, Swiss watchmaking is in mourning

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…
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Protected: Swiss watchmaking: Henri Grandjean, the last great historical family name

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Amr Sindi aka “The Horophile”

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…
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Mineral glass, the last wizard

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…

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Le cadran, par le Dr. Helmut CROTT

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