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many of the clocks are operating, and striking....
...but the pocket watches sit immobilized in the showcases. I am not sure, but with some early "warning", maybe a guided tour could be organized that would allow to take some of these precious pieces out of their showcase and even hear them striking? Just an idea, or maybe a dream?
However, at the time of our visit, there was a specical exhibition about automata being displayed and many of those have been operated by the museum staff. Fascinating. Unfortunately, i didnt take any movies....
Best,
Stefan
Musée int. d'horlogerie, La Chaux-de-Fonds (MIH) - Part 6
Muse int. d'horlogerie (MIH) La Chaux-de-Fonds. – Part 6 Lets see some very nice pocket watches now: French "onion" pocket watches, 17 th century. Savonette with enamel painting on gold. Case in silver. Movement signed Jehan Augier, Paris. About 16...
many of the clocks are operating, and striking....
...but the pocket watches sit immobilized in the showcases. I am not sure, but with some early "warning", maybe a guided tour could be organized that would allow to take some of these precious pieces out of their showcase and even hear them striking? Just...
I love these pocketwatches!
Thanks so much for your comprehensive reports! I have enjoyed them. The watch in your post above labeled " Movement "systeme Stayden" Subscription piece. Cylinder escapement with compensator balance wheel with three arms. Ref. 135, Breguet No. 3105" bring...
I hope you will have the chance...
..to see them with your own eyes one day, Daos. The museum is wonderful. .Yes, the Breguet La Tradition is showing strong links to the past, and i think many of us are very much fond of the Tradition. Thanks for your comments and observations! Stefan
The La Tradition is my favorite Breguet.
There is so much to discover on the dial side. I could loupe it for hours! Cheers, Daos