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Tabletop view of diverse watch components, including colorful straps, cases, intricate movements, and dials, ready for customization at a Geneva Swiss watchmaking workshop.
Close-up of a participant carefully assembling a watch movement under the expert guidance of a master watchmaker during a hands-on workshop in Geneva, Switzerland.
A participant in a white coat carefully selects a watch case from a tray of components, emphasizing customization options at a Geneva watchmaking workshop.
Two participants intently focused on assembling their watches at individual workbenches with specialized tools and lighting during an immersive Geneva watchmaking workshop.
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Half-Day Watchmaking Course Including a Watch to Take Home | Geneva, Switzerland

Switzerland-Geneva
Duration:4 hour(s)
Free cancellation 2 day(s) prior to experience date
Please present the e-voucher on-site
  • Join an immersive half-day watchmaking workshop
  • Handpick the components for your own timepiece
  • Learn the intricate craftsmanship behind Swiss watchmaking
  • Assemble your watch under the expert guidance of a master watchmaker
  • Take home your personally crafted, fully functional watch
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Cultural Experiences

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Product Info

- Experience the Art of Swiss Watchmaking - 

  • Join a hands-on watchmaking course where you’ll assemble your own Swiss-made timepiece from start to finish. Choose from a variety of high-quality components—movement, dial, hands, case, and strap—and craft a watch that reflects your personal taste. Under the guidance of a master watchmaker, you’ll gain insight into the precision and craftsmanship behind every detail. At the end of the course, take home your unique creation along with the pride of having built it yourself.

You can choose between:

- Hand-Wound Mechanical Watch - 

  • Powered by ETA 6497 manual movement, made in Switzerland
  • 42-hour power reserve
  • Functions: hours, minutes, and small seconds (at 9:00)
  • Steel case diameter: 42–48 mm; strap width: 22 mm
  • Top sapphire crystal and transparent mineral glass back
  • Water resistance: 3 ATM (30 m)
  • Requires daily winding via the crown
  • 2-year warranty

- Automatic Mechanical Watch - 

  • Powered by ETA 2892 or SW300 automatic movement, made in Switzerland
  • 38-hour power reserve
  • Functions: hours, minutes, seconds, and date (non-skeletonized models)
  • Steel case diameter: 33–42 mm; strap width: 22 mm
  • Top sapphire crystal and transparent mineral glass back
  • Water resistance: 3 ATM (30 m)
  • Self-winding through wrist movement, with manual winding option
  • 2-year warranty

- Notice -

This offer is based on the availability of the provider. The booking must first be confirmed by the provider. They will contact you after the booking. If the activity cannot be carried out, you will receive a full refund.

Create your own Swiss timepiece in a hands-on watchmaking course, selecting each component and assembling it under the guidance of a master watchmaker, before taking home your unique hand-wound or automatic watch with Swiss-made movement, sapphire crystal, and a 2-year warranty.

Two participants intently focused on assembling their watches at individual workbenches with specialized tools and lighting during an immersive Geneva watchmaking workshop.

Purchase Notice

  • No prior knowledge on how to create a watch is required
  • This offer is based on the availability of the provider. The booking must first be confirmed by the provider. They will contact you after the booking. If the activity cannot be carried out, you will receive a full refund.


Includes/Excludes

  • 4:00 hrs course
  • finished watch
  • Certificate
  • Personal expenses
  • Other expenses not mentioned above

Reminders

  • This offer is based on the availability of the provider. The booking must first be confirmed by the provider. They will contact you after the booking. If the activity cannot be carried out, you will receive a full refund.

How to Redeem Your Voucher

How to Use Your Voucher

  • Please present the e-voucher on-site

Validity Period

  • The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration

Meeting Point

Location Name: Grand-Rue 17, 1204 Genève

Address: Grand-Rue 17, 1204 Genève

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations 2 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
  • Cancellation is not allowed between 0–1 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
NOTE
  • Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

FAQ

1. What is the typical duration of the Half-Day Watchmaking Course in Geneva?

The watchmaking course is structured as an immersive half-day workshop. Participants can expect the experience to last for several hours, providing ample time to learn the intricate craftsmanship and assemble their own timepiece from start to finish under the expert guidance of a master watchmaker.

2. What specific watchmaking skills will I learn during the Half-Day Watchmaking Course?

During this hands-on workshop, you will acquire fundamental Swiss watchmaking skills. This includes understanding watch movements, selecting and handling delicate components, and meticulously assembling various parts like the dial, hands, and casing. You will be guided through each precise step of the assembly process.

3. What types of components can I select for my watch in the Geneva watchmaking workshop?

In the workshop, you will have the unique opportunity to handpick key components for your personalized timepiece. This includes choosing between a manual winding or an automatic movement, and selecting specific aesthetic elements for the watch case, dial, and hands, allowing for a truly custom creation.

4. Will the watch I assemble during the Half-Day Watchmaking Course be fully functional?

Yes, absolutely. A core outcome of the course is for you to assemble and take home a personally crafted, fully functional watch. Under the careful instruction of a master watchmaker, you will ensure all components are correctly integrated and calibrated for a working timepiece you can use and treasure.

5. Is prior experience required to participate in the Half-Day Watchmaking Course in Geneva?

No prior experience in watchmaking is required to join this course. It is specifically designed to be accessible and rewarding for enthusiasts of all skill levels, from complete beginners to those with a deeper interest in horology. Expert guidance ensures a successful and engaging learning experience for everyone.

6. Who provides the instruction during the watchmaking course, and what is their expertise?

Instruction for the watchmaking course is provided by a seasoned master watchmaker. These experts possess profound knowledge and extensive hands-on experience in traditional Swiss watchmaking craftsmanship. They offer personalized, step-by-step guidance, ensuring a comprehensive and high-quality learning environment throughout the workshop.

7. What kind of finished timepiece will I take home from the Geneva watchmaking experience?

You will take home a unique, personalized, and fully functional watch that you have personally assembled. This timepiece serves as both a beautiful keepsake and a testament to your newfound watchmaking skills, providing a tangible and cherished souvenir of your immersive experience in Geneva.

8. What can I expect from the hands-on assembly process during the Half-Day Watchmaking Course?

The hands-on assembly process is an engaging and detailed experience. You'll meticulously put together the intricate parts of a watch, learning to handle delicate components, install movements, attach dials and hands, and secure the casing. A master watchmaker will guide you through each precise step, making it an immersive and rewarding journey.

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