Switzerland: Mobile Introductory Watchmaking Workshop

Canton of Zurich, Zurich



Learn the basics of watchmaking by disassembling and reassembling a mechanical movement, exploring the different components, and understanding what makes the heart of a timepiece beat.

Highlights

  • Disassemble and reassemble a mechanical movement with a Master Watchmaker
  • Private workshop in the prestigious surroundings of a luxury hotel
  • Take home a certificate of introduction to watchmaking
  • Small group of maximum 6 people

Description

Personalized Welcome

  • Welcome coffee and mineral water
  • Brief introduction to the history of watchmaking
  • Introduction to and explanations of the different components of a mechanical and automatic movement

Practical Workshop

  • Step-by-step guidance from the master watchmaker
  • Introduction to disassembling and reassembling a mechanical movement
  • Presentation and handling of various professional watchmaking tools

Souvenir

  • Certificate of participation

Personalized Welcome

  • Welcome coffee and mineral water
  • Short introduction to the history of watchmaking
  • Introduction to and explanation of the different components of a mechanical and automatic movement

Practical Workshop

  • Step-by-step guidance from the master watchmaker
  • Introduction to disassembling and reassembling a mechanical movement
  • Presentation and handling of various professional watchmaking tools

Souvenir

  • Certificate of participation

Includes

Welcome coffee and mineral water

Assistance from the master watchmaker

Certificate of participation

Excludes

You do not leave with the movement

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The workshop includes disassembling and reassembling a mechanical movement with a master watchmaker, a welcome coffee, an introduction to watchmaking history, and a certificate of introduction.
The workshop is held privately in the prestigious surroundings of a luxury hotel in Zurich.
The workshop is suitable for anyone interested in watchmaking and is limited to small groups of up to 6 people for personalized instruction.
The exact duration varies, so check the website for current session times and schedules.
Yes, the workshop is designed for beginners with step-by-step guidance from a master watchmaker.
Yes, participants receive a certificate of introduction to watchmaking after the workshop.
Yes, participants are guided to disassemble and reassemble mechanical watch movements hands-on with expert instruction.
You will learn about the history of watchmaking and the different components of mechanical and automatic movements.
Yes, the workshop accommodates small private groups of up to 6 people.
Check the official website for the most up-to-date information on booking, hours, and availability.

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