Audemars Piguet

Perhaps my favorite part of the AP Factory trip was the visit to the AP Restoration Workshop. Located on the highest level of the original Jules Audemars house in Le Brassus (and the AP Museum is also located in this building), the room is the workplace f...  

that one gets in this "workshop" and the sense of history is unmistakable as they open the old boxes with the drawings and parts sorted and stored away for future repairs or reference. I spent half a day with these Masters and had the rare privilege to wi... 

It sure evokes emotion inside that room.

...absolutely wonderful. This is what it's about. Fantastic! Thanks for posting.

The entire visit was special, but there was something about the Restoration Workshop that made it my favorite stop. Thanks for reading my Friend.

Makes me feel like I was there.

I must have made a reasonable post, because you Sir would certainly know the difference!! Have a great weekend my Friend.

Great photos MichaelC. Thanks, JerryW

As you know, there is a big commitment on AP's part to preserve not only their own history, but that of watchmaking and its origins in the Vallee de Joux. AP has certainly done their share to help other companies as well. Glad you enjoyed the post!

Very interesting report. Thanks for posting Michael. Dan

Very enjoyable to share about this special workshop at AP.

..you got a video of them tempering the gongs over the old torch? That would be wonderful to witness, you really got to see some interesting things there. Congrats, and great post.

I did not have a clear enough view for even a photo. It was rather fascinating to see, and I did not want to miss it! Glad you enjoyed the post.

Great report on the AP restoration workshop, I like how you mention: The goal is to keep alive the wonderful watchmaking tradition that has always been the DNA of the Vallee de Joux. Regards, ED-209

It is not just lip service with AP. They have even helped competing brands in times of need over the years for the importance of keeping them going. That speaks volumes.