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Francois Junod, Swiss master automatists
Francois Junod creates android automatons, made in the traditional way. No computer is used for computation of the mechanism.
He has been making such automatons for some 20 years and he is considered to be a master in this endangered art and craft.
Here are some of his creations :
That's the man - Francois Junod
Short videos of his other automatons:
The Danseuse Automata
The Big Bird
Hmm...I can't really figure this out ....
(Warning : Restricted Artistic Rating)
Tempus 2007 Reporting
Pls select the thread you wish to read... not view all (except you have a huge pipe broadband) ...thks. 4 Sept 2007, Singapore time : 19:00 Men at work ... rushing...another 15 hours to go.... Registration Booth Registration Counter After registration, wa...
First Day of Tempus @ 15:30...
The action begins... Up the escalator to the Tempus Greeted by the Signages of the Brands exhibiting Reception Counter Filling in the registration form Exchange the pass... The Pass..... to entry, talks and light refreshment. The Signage Along the way.......
IKEPOD Booth.... exciting watches...
Showcasing the new IKEPOD by Marc Newson...watches for the daring individuals who have preference for avant-garde pieces. The design focused on simplicity, clean line, and 3D look. It does not have lugs, the IKEPOD case and band (strap) join together in a...
JD Booth
Jimmy, the fun Salesperson from THG-Millenia The showcases Jimmy & Genii Koh -JD's Brand Manager - Singapore & Malaysia Genii & Dolly...
Thank you Thank you. Thank you Kong.
I am lost with all the new model numbers. Thanks again. Bill
Anyone Interested in Clocks? I know both do...
Make a guess who are these 2 persons? The clocks on display are from our local collector & restorer, Mr Mun Chor Weng. Only 42 pieces were selected from his large collection of 300 due to space constraint. Mr. Mun, a retired school-teacher and also the Ch...
Clocks - The JLC Atmos has always been ...
What can I say a marvel by every stretch. My uncle has had one since the 60's. The thing works a a simple change of temperature. Something like 1 or 2 degrees change during the day is enough to wind it up for 24 hours. Now that's cutting edge stuff. made ...
Another Clock - A 150th Anniversary JLC Atmos
Hey Bill....a JLC Anniversary Clock......
Tempus GO German Watchmaking Class / Workshop
It could be the first time, GO has done this GO German Watchmaking class. The duration of the course is 1.5 hours. The objective is to let clients & prospects have hands-on experience and feel the difficulty of just 3 processes out of many, so that th...
Thanks so much, Kong, for bringing us this report . . .
. . . it's much appreciated . . . cordially, Art
Please, Kong, I have little resistance as it is for the 50th anniversary . . .
. . . Speedmasters . . . your photos are creating temptation that must be suppressed. I'll be turning 50 in a month, and the thought of indulging myself with this most appropriate present had been banished until just now. Compulsively, Art
Breguet Booth
Strangely, heard some men are asking for a Man's version for the Reine de Naples collection!...
Hi Kong, Thanks for
Hi Kong, You must be in tick tock heaven, and thanks for the photos of the Breguet booth....Tell me did they not have any of their classic collection on display. Also did you hear any news on when their next shipment is coming to S.E. Asia? Kindest regard...
some stunning pieces
Any details on the maxi marine chrono that i havent seen before? The super freak realyis a stunning one aswell
Bulgari: Guilloché not by engine-turning, but by HUMAN!
The Bvlgari engraver....live demonstration... The Just hand-engraved piece...note those precise intricate patterns Note the case sweeping profile Demonstrating live how he did it ... Kong This message has been edited by MTF on 2007-09-10 12:42:24...
AHCI - Part 1 (Partial)
Hi Allen You are most welcome. As MTF mentioned, it's not easy to locate them.... just a few pics ... MB&F HM Kari Voutilainen John McGonigle A Tourbillon The uniqueness of the case : it has a slight oval shape. Back of the main-plate was engraved by thei...
Independents
John McGonigle Max Busser & Friends MBF-1 Another mechanical improvement (4th version) by Volker Vyskocil that delays delivery Not to mention version 3 of the dial making process. Vianney Halter expounding on Quantum Horology again while Kari takes a rest...
IWC Booth
Many thanks for sharing. Looks like quite an exciting event and place to be. Matt
Alain Silberstein Booth
Alain Silbertein was a Parisian interior architect and designer. He began as a watch-architect and started his company at the end of the 80's. In his workshop on the banks of the Doubs river, Alain with his team of 6 watchmakers and 15 assistants, creates...
Tini wini mousy
So i guess there are 2 mice to catch this year. GG and AS. thanx for the pics, they refreshed my memory and brought tears to my eyes. i don't want the show to end
Gerald Genta Booth
Models showcased : One of the new models Limited edition 150 pcs - 'Sailor' The highlight of Tempus - Gefica. Aging gracefully with light oxidation. Titanium deployant buckle A wristshot on a Lady's hand Alternative dial...
Less is More at Gerald Genta
GG Booth tried for the hip, sexy look with hot red and faux fur interior Look at the Geficas Look at the Geficas Prototypes not for sale yet! This message has been edited by MTF on 2007-09-09 13:29:05...
I see you are in the trenches
MTF, Thanks for nothing. Can we have a few more pics I am not sure I was able to actually fully appreciates the watches. Bill
Daniel Roth Booth
Above: Discontinued model from the Daniel Roth museum - Perpetual Calendar with Moonphase (shown below with diamond-set bezel) Above: The current Perpetual Calendar with Moonphase Above: Another discontinued model - automatic Perpetual Calendar with tourb...
Thanks Kong!
I reproduced your post on the DR forum. - SJX This message has been edited by SJX on 2007-09-10 10:27:32
Anyone like mechanical music boxes?
We are talking about Reuge, high-end mechanical music boxes manufacturer. The company was created in 1865, and has since been the market leader from conceptualisation to fabrication of the music boxes. Music boxes falls under similar category of the autom...
More Reuge stuff
Real feathers but mechanical movement and birdsong Amazing! Regards, MTF...
Jacky Chan at Tempus
Just wondering if anyone else saw Jacky Chan at Tempus? It was the on the last day at about half-past sixish. Saw his entourage of bodygaurds and him scurrying in and dissappearing into the mass within seconds.
jackie chan @ tempus
yes, i saw jackie too. i was there. he walked into the mocha room and rushed out. confirmed it was him !