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This is the last of the " Visit to the Manufacture series, Blomman.
My first post was on line on October 2009.
I want here to thank, once again, the Manufacture for their warm and friendly welcome during my too short trip, there.
There are so many things to see, learn, watch, listen to that I would need at least 5 other trips to do all.
Especially this Atelier.
One day, maybe, we'll be able to do this trip all together?
Best,
Nicolas
A small visit at the Atelier des Spécialités Horlogères.
The Atelier des Spécialités Horlogères is the Kingdom of Complications, a kind of wonderland for every watchnut. Spécialité Horlogère...There is an historical meaning behind this name: This was the name of the Company which was in charge to promote and se...
Always great ...
... to see the unfinished 'products' of these mechanical beauties. They remind me of an engine (but then miroscopicly) just before assembling it. The way the metals are finished etc .... . It would be a very nice experience to visit the manufacture indeed...
That is the interest, Filip, even if ...
The whole processus is interesting, from the bars of metal to tha finished watch... That would be indeed very cool to organize a collective visit. To be followed... Best, my friend. Nicolas
Great photos
Hi Nicolas, Great photos as always. Very nice to see these unfinished movements. Something different for a change. Must have been great to see your own watch in a unfinished version to see what is behind it all. Thanks, again! Rik
That's the only way to fully appreciate our watches, IMO.
Do you remember a topic I posted in October when I was bakc form the Manufacture, about the work of all the people behind the curtain? There is a big part of them in our watches. This post is a kind of continuation of my former thread. Thanks for reading,...
Nicolas, I've wondered...
what happened with the upper tourbillon bridge in Amvox 3 movement. It screwed not correctly as compared with real watch. The bridge curve looks to the nine mark instead of twelve )) Nice photos, by the way. Thanks a lot. Vitaly
This is the next Master Class April Fool, Vitaly.. :)
This message has been edited by amanico on 2010-07-12 05:39:53
Great Monday morning post, Nicolas
Yes, that is where the treasures lie, in teh Atelier! I envy your visit there. This is where they assemble the Ultra Thins as well, no? So nice to see the dial sides of the movements for a change. I like the answer to the question "What is THE JLC movemen...
All the Ateliers have something special, Respo...
They all are a place of Creation. As fror the MUTs, I can't remember if they are assembled in this workshop, or at the Atelier des Terminaisons... I will ask to ask. Funnily, we never consider, with some very rare exceptions, the movement from its dial si...
I AM ready for a visit
...small or large. One of these days. one of these days. respo
Nicolas, thank you for another breathtaking post! :)
It’s great to see the “raw” beauty of these marvels. I hope to have a chance to go there soon… The sun feather is really stunning – I suggested they should do key chains with that one… Hope they listened... :: )) Thank you for sharing this with us here! B...
This is the last of the " Visit to the Manufacture series, Blomman.
My first post was on line on October 2009. I want here to thank, once again, the Manufacture for their warm and friendly welcome during my too short trip, there. There are so many things to see, learn, watch, listen to that I would need at least 5 other t...
A PuristS trip to the manufacture?! :)
Yes, that would be a really great trip! Count me in! Best Blomman
Count me in! That would...
Count me in! That would be really great. You can count me in for sure! Cheers! Op 14-7-2010 20:30, www watchprosite schreef:
Love these reports and unfinished naked beauties...
I learnt more about what went behind (or inside) these watches. Great pictures, as always. Thanks for sharing, Goh
And discussing with the People involved in the making of your watch ...
Is also an unforgettable experience. Can you imagine it? You can ask them all the questions you want, you have an immediate answer! Thanks for your comments, Goh. Best, Nicolas
Wow... nice report
Very nice report Nicolas, especially after my purchase of Duometre, I have been hunting this piece for some time. Really proud to become Duometre member. : ) cheers, Eddy
Really, Eddy?
What Duometre did you get, I mean, what metal? Huge congrats, you just got one of the nicest JLC Watch. Any pics of it to share? Thanks for your nice words, Eddy. Happy to know that it helped you to better enjoy your watch! Nicolas
Its the RG version Nicolas,
it is very original and distinctive, IMO I will post picture soon Nico, Thanks for your advice and contributions in many previous threads, and more will come right regards, Eddy
My pleasure, Eddy.
Can't wait to see your pictures and to read your feelings about this great watch. Best, Nicolas.
very fascinating post...
... really love these movement pictures... it would be so satisfactory if i can visit there and see all beautiful thing in person and even will out of control if i can take one or two back home...LOL thanks for this wonderful, Nico. stefan
This is a place to visit, Stefan...
A MUST SEE! And once again, the men and women working here are great people, open to the discussion, willing to share and explain. Amazing, captivating... Best, my friend. Nicolas
Thank you for an exclusive view behind the scene.
It's a privilege for you indeed. Speaking of atelier, I have a dream to one day visit Le Sentier and Bienne. Don't know if I ever will be able to save up to that. I have to be quite well to do in order to indulge in this little fantasy. Ruckdee
A pilgrimage is always possible, Ruckdee...
It is something you can organize with a JLC Boutique or your JLC AD. It is indeed a privilege. Best, Nicolas
It's great to see JLC finally...
silencing the critics when it comes to movement finishing. I know that JLCs "upper crust" will probably elude my finances forever, but owning the same pedigree in my Reverso or Compressor Diver is cause enough to rejoice and feel just a little pride for o...
How can t I be more happy about this post?
thank you for the rare views of the calibers,,,and most of all thank you for the inside...rumor..that makes me a prouder owner of a Duo. Mo
You can be proud of it, Mo.
With or without this review. But when you know what they think about the Duometre, you have even more reasons to be proud! Best, my friend. Nicolas
Don't you appreciate it even more, now?
What metal do you have? Enjoy it! Thanks for the nice words. Best, Nicolas
yupe
yes...watch on the wrist today...been in cold storage for over a month. yellow gold no 77...becoz collected 7th july!!
The gong welded to sapphire glass..
What I would love to know, is how did they do that? Is there a special adhesive involved, or is the sapphire made porous and a foamed metal welded into it, like they do with high-end titanium joints in bone through skin grafting? My only thought is the bo...