watchmaking universe
3 modules to master the essentials
History of time measurement
From its origins to present days
From humanity’s first astronomical observations to the atomic clock, discover the evolution of timekeeping and its impact on civilizations through key inventions and legendary watchmakers who shaped its history.
This module includes:
Time measurement in antiquity
The rise of mechanical clocks
The golden age: master watchmakers and major inventions
The electronic revolution
watchmaking basics
Get familiar with watches and its mechanism
Discover the essential components of a mechanical and quartz movement, and how they work from winding the watch to the escapement. Learn key watchmaking vocabulary to describe every part of a timepiece, from case to bracelet.
This module includes:
Internal components
External elements
Materials used
Decorative finishes
Complications horlogères
The different functions of a watch and their origin
A watch is far more than just a time display. Explore the fascinating world of watch complications: chronograph, tourbillon, minute repeater, ... and seize the keys to understand, explain, and highlight these mechanical masterpieces, enhancing horological expertise in-store.
This module includes:
Astronomical indications
Time interval measurement
Leisure complications
Acoustical features
