Jaquet Droz Watches
Pierre Jaquet-Droz was one of the greatest craftsmen of his time. Born in La Chaux-de-Fonds in 1721, he was a master watchmaker of genius and vision who marked the history of his profession. Since Jaquet Droz joined the Swatch Group in 2000, it has continued its never-ending quest to perpetuate the history and expertise of its founder.
Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Ceramic Black
J003035211
MOVEMENT
Jaquet Droz 2660Q2, self-winding mechanical movement, double barrel, 22-carat white gold oscillating weight with black PVD finish
INDICATIONS
Off-centered hours and minutes, large seconds subdial
JEWELLING
30 jewels
GANGRESERVE
68 hours
FREQUENZ
28,800 v.p.h
CASE
Black high-tech ceramic Height 12.23 mm Individual series number engraved on the case-back
44 mm
WATER RESISTANCE
To 3 bar (30 meters)
DIAL
Black opaline dial and applied black high-tech ceramic ring
HANDS
Hours, minutes and seconds with black gold finish Seconds with red varnished tip
STRAP
Natural black rubber strap
BUCKLE
Stainless steel folding clasp with PVD finish
Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Ivory Enamel
J006033200
MOVEMENT
Jaquet Droz 2663A, self-winding mechanical movement, double barrel, 22-carat white gold oscillating weight
INDICATIONS
Off-centered hours and minutes, large seconds subdial
JEWELLING
30 jewels
GANGRESERVE
68 hours
FREQUENZ
28,800 v.p.h
CASE
18-carat red gold Height 11.48 mm Winding-stem at 4 o’clock Individual series number engraved on the case-back
43 mm
WATER RESISTANCE
To 3 bar (30 meters)
DIAL
Ivory Grand Feu enameled dial
HANDS
18-carat red gold
STRAP
Rolled-edge hand-made black alligator leather strap
BUCKLE
18-carat red gold ardillon buckle
Jaquet Droz Lady 8 Aventurine
J014500270
MOVEMENT
Jaquet Droz 1153, self-winding mechanical movement, double barrel, 22-carat white gold oscillating weight
INDICATIONS
Centered hours and minutes
JEWELLING
28 jewels
GANGRESERVE
68 hours
FREQUENZ
28,800 v.p.h
CASE
Stainless steel with 50 diamonds (0.473 carat) Ball bearing at 12 o’clock and aventurine cabochon Height 12.7 mm Individual serial number engraved on the case-back
35 mm
WATER RESISTANCE
To 3 bar (30 meters)
DIAL
Aventurine
HANDS
18-carat white gold, cambered
STRAP
Hand-made blue alligator leather
BUCKLE
Stainless steel folding clasp
DIAMONDS
IF to VVS1, Full cut, D to G Total carat weight: 0.473 carat
Since Jaquet Droz was acquired by the Swatch Group, it has returned to its town of origin, La Chaux-de-Fonds – the native town the founder. The brand moved into its new Atelier de HauteHorlogerie in the summer 2010. The new premises, occupying 2.500 m², will provide further incentive to grow and succeed. Like Jaquet Droz timepieces, they reflect consummate expertise and craftsmanship enriched by distinctive spirit of the house. Today, the brand is well equipped to respond to strong market demand and the aspirations of the clientele.
Since it was first established in 1738, Jaquet Droz has perpetuated the spirit of innovation and aesthetic refinement of its founder, Pierre Jaquet-Droz. The first watchmaker to set up a workshop in Geneva, along with his son, Henri-Louis, this ingenious inventor and man of uncommon vision conquered the royal courts of Europe and China with his stunning creations: fabulous humanoid automata and precious musical watches. Expressing the values of the Age of Enlightenment, this elegant and well-traveled philosophy still forms the core of our identity.
Jaquet Droz timepieces have always combined design, materials and expertise with the most unexpected mechanical refinements. Complications of surpassing sophistication are juxtaposed with the purity of enamel or the luster of pearls and precious stones, while madeto-order dials showcase magnificent minerals and finely worked decorations. The manufacture’s exclusive spirit remains intact after nearly three centuries, as attested by its ultra-select collections and its Numerus Clausus limited editions. At Jaquet Droz, we remain true to our time-honored goal, namely, to push back the limits of the art of wonder.
