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Chopard: Factories Visit - to those who think they are watch lovers, Chopard is NOT a lady's accessory brand! (video interview included)
Gentlemen, and ladies. This is my report of my visit to Chopard's both factories (and some). What I again realized was that Chopard is NOT lady's accessory brand, but a serious watch brand. You gotta see to realize this - seeing how well the watches are made is sufficient.
As always, I will divide my visit report to a few parts:
1. Day 1 - Visit to Geneva Factory (VIDEO INTERVIEW w/ Mr. KFS is included!)
2. Day 2 - Visit to Fleurier Factory
3. Day 2-01 - Visit to Chopard Forum, Qualite Fleurier Foundation, and Ferdinand Berthoud workshop
Also, as a fore-warning, my report is always very long (although it never is my intention..), so please take your time!
Thanks.
Ken
PS: This trip/ visit was made possible by Chopard and Chopard Japan. Very, very much appreciated.
Chopard: Factories Visit - to those who think they are watch lovers, Chopard is NOT a lady's accessory brand! (video interview included)
Gentlemen, and ladies. This is my report of my visit to Chopard's both factories (and some). What I again realized was that Chopard is NOT lady's accessory brand, but a serious watch brand. You gotta see to realize this - seeing how well the watches are m...
Day 1 - Geneve Factory
Since I entered into the world of watch as a hobby, Chopard has been my favorite, not because of its general brand image, but because of its superb movements/ calibers. Fortunately, I do not indulge myself into those so-called "top brands" shopping, I had...
Thank you, KIH.
Just his week I started seriously considering adding a LUC piece to my modest collection. Your excellent report just strengthened that decision Cheers
Day 2 - Fleurier Factory
From Geneva, it takes about one and a half to two hours by car, going up and down the mountain. It was summer, so it's okay, but in winter, I wouldn't want to drive.... But Mr. Scheufele as well as Mr. LaForge who have been accompanying me for two days, D...
Excellent report
Now this is what I call a comprehensive and detailed report. Excellent work Ken.
Day 2-01: Chopard Forum, Qualite Fleurier, and Ferdinand Berthoud workshop
This is the final chapter of my Chopard factories visit. So far so good. But Chopard still had a lot under its sleeve. Have you ever heard of "Chopard Forum" before? I had not. It is an old house Mr. Scheufele purchased and renovated personally, very clos...
brilliant, very thorough, very nicely illustrated, mesmerizing and great report from one of the best High End brands. Great job Ken.
I really like Chopard too not only because they are a manufacture but because their craftsmanship whether dials, movements, case and bezel equals Patek and because alongwith Patek , they still use the micro rotor. One of the few models of Chopard I like w...
Very nice report Ken, and what a great experience for you!
Very happy you got to go there. I have a connection at Chopard and hope to visit one day as well. I had not seen the platinum 8HF before. I thought the first model was titanium, maybe the one you saw is a proto or a new version? Did you happen to see my b...
Thanks. As far as I understand...
.. L.U.C 8HF was made for 2 models - Platinum without power reserve, and Titanium/Ceramic with power reserve version. So, they are both LE and the first 8HF L.U.C movement. As for your 8HF, sorry to hear that. I did not see the repair department, so I did...
Grade 5 Titanium, 100 pieces
Photo from Chopard catalog. Maybe you saw a full platinum that was a prototype? A bit of irony, I received an email from Chopard this morning. My watch is in transit back to the US and then will be forwarded to me. Close to the 3 month schedule that was e...
No worries. It sure seems worthy of the platinum case!
But more conceptual in titanium. I debated hard between the 2 models, both versions are very unique. The black fit me better, but I still love the original one.
Thanks for the Chopard tour
Ken, It's nice to return to the Chopard facilities virtually. The birthplaces of our favourite watches. All conceived in Fleurier but some grow up in Geneva. What watch did Mr KFS wear during your visit? That's not the weekend watch..... Regards, MTF
HeHeHe...I couldn't view the video in bed
Aso desu ne. As I was surfing the forums in bed, I could not watch the video. Or the current Mrs MTF would have been woken up.... Regards, MTF
Outstanding report...
...and the photos are very clear. Thanks for taking the time to research and post this. m
Superb visit to Chopard, Ken!
Many thanks for sharing you experience with us! You have brought back wonderful memories from a visit I made back in 2009. All the best, Alex