Independents

One of a series - Stories of visits with independent watchmakers For me, a big part of a watch is the watchmaker. These are the stories not of the watches and their technical marvel, but of my visits with the watchmakers themselves. Ludovic Ballouard - Ju...  

Thanks for sharing , i really like his watches and hope to add one in my collection in the near future 🙏🏻

Is a great guy, warm and welcoming with a great sense of humour. His watches are fabulous and made with true passion. Thanks for your report, a worthy subject.

Considering he was one of a very few watchmakers at F.P. Journe who could assemble Journe's Grand Sonnerie, I wonder if he will ever make a striking watch. Design his own striking watch... That would be something. But what he does right now is already sup... 

he certainly is a very talented watchmaker and a great guy.

Very well built, feels special on your wrist and fun to wear. The backside of his creations are amazing. I look forward to seeing his next creation.

I saw the Upside down's back before the dial and I was guessing what the dial would look like. Turned out I wasn't too far off. Saw the twelve rotating devices on the back and I knew it was related to the hours. And my guess was a "classic-looking and fla... 

You captured the character of the man and his work in an economy of words. Congratulations on choosing a sensational watch, and thank you for sharing. Best, Tim

I am a big fan of his creations and work and he truly is an artist. Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience. S

For me too is quite important to find and idea - or a message - behind an artistic work, since the design truly is a "language". Enjoy your Half Time! Ciao, Elio

Kind of rare on an Independent watch to not need service after 5 years. I've seen mainstream Patek Philippes in need of service sooner than that!

There are some guys in the industry who are in it for the right reasons. Ludovic Ballouard is one of them. Wished I had more money and wrists!