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Most intrigued!
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 respect for individuals who are stubborn to achieve the very best. I look forward with great anticipation to see examples of Bernhard Zwinz timepieces.
A Solitary Watchmaker: Bernhard Zwinz.
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...
Your first picture
and your first sentence, "The silence is deafening" are a perfect match. Thanks for the post. Regards, Richard.
Thanks for this introduction ...
... 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
Thanks Andrew
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
As said elsewhere, Andrew....
... 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...
Many thanks for the kind words; the journey is made
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
Hi John - good to see you here and thanks for commenting.
Will be interested to see what you think of parts 2 and 3. Andrew H
A fine introduction
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
A wonderful introduction....
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
Thank you fro the introduction....
and looking forward to more ("the best") soon. Don
Most intrigued!
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...
Great Story
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
Horological repository- fantastic
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...
Thanks for sharing
Have been really enjoying your 'watchmakers and their workshop' posts lately.
Superior Watchmaker...
Hi Andrew, Wonderful introduction for a superior watchmaker. Bernhard is top shelf and I look forward to the rest of your report. Cheers, Curtis
Bernhard Zwinz with the solitary sign: "Atelier"
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
