Jaquet Droz Petite Heure Minute (New with box and papers) — USD 4,500 on eBay

In a true Purists' spirit this presentation of this year's Basel novelties came to fruition by means of a globe-spanning international collaboration between Ken (KIH) and Magnus (Ornatus-Mundi): Ken: "I was fortunately invited for preview for Jaquet Droz boutique in the building and here are some sh

The 2019 novelties from Jaquet Droz were presented in the context of the Time to Move event organized by Swatch Group, which brought together its high-end brands. I found the new Jaquet Droz collection particularly convincing. Certainly, the pieces presented are not surprising because they are part

Jaquet Droz boutique Ginza now has a wonderful model with the Paillon dial, LE of only 8. I have been always impressed with the dial - enamel, rare stone, etc. - of JD, but this one is one notch above. In modern days, Paillon has been specialty of famous Mme. Anita Porchet, but now JD has in-house c

Some of you may recall that I acquired this watch on the Internet some time ago. In case you are wondering - yes, that is a Russian lacquer box in the background. I acquired it at a boutique in Grand Hotel in Saint Petersburg, Lovely pieces of art...

Lucky me, I was invited to Jaquet Droz 2015 Novelty Show, as always. There are lots of interesting pieces. I divide the report into three pieces: 1. Main - The Show and the glance of the new pieces. 2. Charming Bird and Automata Lady 8 Flower, up close and in action 3. Other Novelties, hands-on revi

Finally, part 3 is ready. The last visit at the Palace was MB&F. Famous for their watches in futuristic design, MB&F also offers a collection called the Legacy Machines which would be my preferred choice. This year, a new version of the legacy machine was shown. See Don Carsons excellent report