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Beaubleu La Pièce: A Watch Dial Struck at the Monnaie de Paris

By Brent Robillard “The very coinage of your brain” Back in 2024, Beaubleu sent us two watches ahead of their appearance at the inaugural Toronto Timepiece Show. It was our first hands-on experience with the young Parisian brand, and what struck me immediately was the sense of cohesion across the collection. From the signature circular hands to the restrained, architectural cases, Beaubleu had clearly developed … Continue reading Beaubleu La Pièce: A Watch Dial Struck at the Monnaie de Paris

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The Flourishing World of Modern French Watchmaking

by Brent Robillard Why France’s horological identity is stronger, more diverse, and more globally compelling than ever before For a country synonymous with haute couture, gastronomy, and artistic heritage, it has always seemed curious that French watchmaking lived so long in the shadow of Switzerland. The borders between the two countries may blur in the Jura mountains, but for much of the 20th century—and certainly … Continue reading The Flourishing World of Modern French Watchmaking

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