RayStantzPhD
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Yes they will
Sep 13, 2022,08:22 AM
Mine is currently in Switzerland, for a little correction and an engraving.
The new CEO considers the now discontinued models 'already as collector pieces'... they will take care of them. Of course this takes for granted that he will succeed in raising the value and recognition of the brand, both in scope and magnitude, as planned. J*D offered to buy back all the pieces as the retailers have to remove Jaquet Droz by the end of the year, but most of them insisted and wanted to sell the remaining stock pieces themselves. Service contact is then local SWATCH center directly and not a store anymore.
It was quiet long time, but they are not dead. They are implementing a lot of things that help with the 6-figure-prices... for example video conferencing systems at the artists / watchmakers benches. The customer will not only be able interact with a sales person, but with the CEO and with the craftsmen that paint his/her micropainting or engrave their one-off 3D sculpture.
The recent press release date for the astonishing Dragon Automaton exactly one day (!) before the global launch of the LOTR series at Amazon Prime was also not randomly chosen.
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Understated beauty…
By: Watches&Men : September 12th, 2022-12:50
It’s a shame that JD has stopped most of its production. As a niche brand within the Swatch group, JD’s business model pales in comparison to its cousins
Unique beauty
By: Mohannad (aka Riddler) : September 12th, 2022-13:05
Wear it in the best of health
Great Catch .
By: Watchonthewrists : September 12th, 2022-13:34
Always loved there watches and sometimes regret selling mine a few years ago
That is a beautiful watch!
By: jlux : September 12th, 2022-14:54
And the size is perfect with 39mm. It is sad that Swatch did not invest enough in the brand to make it a success!
I didn't realize JD had stopped most production.
By: vitalsigns : September 12th, 2022-17:15
A shame because they had such a strong brand identity. But it's not surprising as they didn't seem to gain much traction with watch enthusiasts. Hope they are able to relaunch is some form. Cheers, John
Yes they will
By: RayStantzPhD : September 13th, 2022-08:22
Mine is currently in Switzerland, for a little correction and an engraving. The new CEO considers the now discontinued models 'already as collector pieces'... they will take care of them. Of course this takes for granted that he will succeed in raising th...
Concerning the publication...
By: RayStantzPhD : September 13th, 2022-16:20
... I think it will depend individually on the piece and the owner. If it is a variation of a model like the Dragon Automaton or Charming Bird, but with other materials and color combos, then probably yes. If however someone lets the artists micropaint hi...