Independents

The silence is deafening. Not a sound; not a whisper, Bernhard Zwinz is a man of silent passion. His passion is watchmaking and he has settled himself in the Vallée de Joux to pursue his craft at an atelier that bears his name. The last time I met Bernhar...  

cant wait for the best part though....LOL

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and your first sentence, "The silence is deafening" are a perfect match. Thanks for the post. Regards, Richard.

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... to Bernhard and his work. Fantastic to see someone who appreciates the history of horology and, indeed, embraces it. I can't wait to read and see more. Thanks! Andrew

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such an interesting story... looking forward for the material chapters of the story . and looking forward for more pics... so yes im stayin TUNED Faisal

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Dont forget to add more pics as well . Thanks in advance. Faisal

... your efforts in breaking this news to us are very much appreciated, and the next instalments are eagerly awaited. It is this kind of contact, and insight, that enables the rest of us to ride 'at the front of the bus' to the world of Independent watchm... 

all the better to have friends along with me. A priviledge on my part to be driving for part of the way. Cheers Andrew H

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Will be interested to see what you think of parts 2 and 3. Andrew H

It seems strangely familiar

and bringing it to our attention.

Andrew, to a watchmaker that we have rarely caught sight of - or even heard about - here. Thanks a lot - and hungry for more! from corn & flower Amery - less abrasive than emery, but every bit as genuine

ready for Part II ... Thanks! Oliver

this is what makes the world of independent horology so much fun. Sounds like Bernard has a perfect background for his new venture. Can't wait to see some of his ideas come to fruition. Thanks for introducing us. Darren

and looking forward to more ("the best") soon. Don

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The accomplished race car driver, Mika Hakkinen has a pet tortoise. He often claims that he tries to be as stubborn as his pet tortoise. The tortoise is indeed a very stubborn animal that will patiently accomplish its goal. I too have a fascination and re... 

thanks for sharing. wow. it takes to make a whole Clock from Scratch in order to Graduate from Watch Making School.!! Man that's Tough, but he made it with Honor. .. Best of Luck to Mr Zwinz would love to see more of his Work.! Tony

Articles like this are the sole reason why I joined the PuristS community. I can find articles and reviews on any watches many places. Few places, however, in fact nowhere other than here, offer me what I really want- deep, personal information on the lif... 

Have been really enjoying your 'watchmakers and their workshop' posts lately.

Hi Andrew, Wonderful introduction for a superior watchmaker. Bernhard is top shelf and I look forward to the rest of your report. Cheers, Curtis

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219, That photo says it all! A man holding up a sign: "Atelier" Thanks for the update on a watchmaker we only knew as "Dufour's little engine who could", during the making of the Simplicity series. Regads, MTF

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