Watchmaking in China

The Chinese independent watch scene

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By Serge Maillard

November 2019

Beyond mass production, an ecosystem of independent watchmakers has emerged in the Shenzhen area. Several of these craftsmen have joined the renowned Académie Horlogère des Créateurs Indépendants. But these very creative artisans have to deal with limited resources. We met them.

The Chinese independent watch scene

ARTISANS

Español Français 中文

By Serge Maillard

November 2019

The Chinese independent watch scene

Beyond mass production, an ecosystem of independent watchmakers has emerged in the Shenzhen area. Several of these craftsmen have joined the renowned Académie Horlogère des Créateurs Indépendants. But these very creative artisans have to deal with limited resources. We met them.

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