Geneva Time Exhibition 2013 Independent Watchmakers

DonCorson · 2013-01-20T11:40:26Z

Discover independent watchmakers at Geneva Time Exhibition 2013. DonCorson's photo report features unique pieces from Laurent Ferrier, RGM, and Raul Pagès.

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DonCorson presents an extensive photo report from the Geneva Time Exhibition (GTE) 2013, highlighting its significance as a hub for small brands and independent watchmakers. His 'fly-by' approach, featuring 77 images and insights from exhibitors, offers a unique perspective on the innovative and interesting pieces often overlooked at larger events like SIHH.

Although not with a long history like the SIHH or Basel the GTE "Geneva Time Exhibition" has grown to be a rendez-vous for small brands and Independents. In short everything that is interesting!

The following is a quick fly-by (only 77 images). I asked each (almost all) exhibitor to show me the two watches they most wanted PuristS to see. As you can see I sometimes have problems counting and the order can only be described as chaotic. Enjoy!

If this is not enough info for you, you will just have to stop by and look for yourself.

This year the GTE is being held in the Bâtiment des Forces Motrices built in the 1880s in the middle of the Rhône in downtown Geneva.

A watchmaker from Laurent Ferrier among the small machines from Escher Wyss.

Heritage Watch Manufactory

RGM

Antoine Martin

Peter Speake-Marin

Inspection

Laurent Ferrier

Cabestan

Hautlence

Badollet

Celsius

Reuge Musique

Raul Pagès

Clerc

Milus

Pierre Thomas

Moser

Jordi

Vogard

Boegli

Julien Coudray

Saint Honoré

DeMonaco

Picard Cadet

Harold

Artya

Quinting

Century

Have I stirred your curiosity ?
The GTE is only a small jump from the SIHH, do it!

To some of these pieces I will come back in the next days.
Don

Key Points from the Discussion

The Raul Pagès Tortoise Automaton, a piece unique, is highly intriguing and has generated interest for a waiting list, limited to twelve pieces, one per month.
The Tortoise Automaton is powered by clockworks and is seen as a charming and cool example of mechanization, sparking ideas for transforming other mechanical toys with high-end movements.
The GTE is a must-visit for any watch enthusiast in Geneva, offering a chance to see gorgeous movements and unique pieces like the Badollet and Raul Pagès turtle.
The post is an 'eye-opener,' revealing a vast world of independent watchmaking beyond the mainstream, which is greatly appreciated by readers.
The Raul Pagès Tortoise Automaton, with its matching shaped movement, is particularly intriguing and has been covered by the author previously, with hopes for more detailed information.
The GTE provides an opportunity to discover independent brands previously unknown to some enthusiasts.

The Discussion

Ares501 - Mr Green

Jan 20, 2013

showing us that there is really big world out there Thank you for eye opener Sincerely Damjan

amanico

Jan 20, 2013

Thanks for the superb post, Don. Good to see you at work. Maybe will you be the only one to cover the SIHH, if snow doesn't stop falling. :) Best! Nicolas

andrewluff

Jan 20, 2013

Thanks for sharing Don, looking forward to going tomorrow. Cheers Andrew

Dr No

Jan 20, 2013

. . . with matching shaped movement is intriguing, Don. I believe you've covered this one before (the movement, at least), and hope there's a bit more detail to come. Art

Ronald Held

Jan 20, 2013

Looking forward to more details.

Mark in Paris

Jan 20, 2013

Thanks Don for sharing, I'll surely be glad to read your post again this week and try to learn more about some of them. Have a good time there this week. Cheers, Mark

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