The Making of a Bronze Dresswatch

A tribute to the Golden Age of Swiss Watchmaking, Hand-crafted, the Charm of Unique Imperfections

A tribute to the Golden Age of Swiss Watchmaking, Hand-crafted, the Charm of Unique Imperfections

Another hallmark of the 1960s–70s watchmaking was the high degree of handcrafting involved. Unlike the automated, CNC-driven processes of today, most steps in manufacturing and assembly then were done by hand or on analog machines guided by human touch. This imparted a certain soul to the final product – along with tiny quirks and variations that modern mass production tends to eliminate.

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The Making of a Bronze Dresswatch