The Renaissance of French Watchmaking: Inside the Pequignet Manufacture

The Renaissance of French Watchmaking: Inside the Pequignet ManufactureDiscover the authentic emblem of French haute horlogerie. In this exclusive interview at Watches and Wonders, we sit down with the President and CEO of Pequignet to explore how this historic brand is reviving the art of the French manufacture.From its roots in the 1980s as a design-focused brand for ladies to the 2010 launch of the groundbreaking Calibre Royale, Pequignet stands as a symbol of independence and engineering excellence. We dive into:The history of French watchmaking and Pequignet’s 50-year heritage.The engineering marvel of the Calibre Royale with its integrated complications.The Calibre Initial" and the brand's commitment to sustainable, local production (within a 50-mile radius!).A hands-on look at the new Royale Paris Chronograph and their elegant sport collections in titanium.If you value "French Touch" design paired with in-house mechanical innovation, Pequignet is a brand you need to know.Explore the collection & try them on virtually: WatchDNA.com/PequignetRead the full story and explore the brand in depth Discover more about the event-WatchDNA.com/WatchesandwondersDiscover the brand | Read the article-WatchDNA.com/PequignetFor more brands, access all links in one place:-Link in bio → WatchDNA.com/DiscoverTimestamps00:00 – Pequignet: The symbol of a unique French manufacturer01:04 – The origin story: From ladies' fashion to technical manufacture01:57 – Understanding the Calibre Royale: Integrated complications02:22 – The Calibre Initial: A modern, thin in-house movement03:20 – Defining luxury vs. high-premium value04:00 – Lifetime repairability and the 5-year warranty04:23 – Sustainability: Components sourced within 50 miles05:13 – Where to find Pequignet: Paris, Besançon, and beyond05:54 – Hands-on: The new Royale Paris Chronograph06:57 – Sport Elegance: Titanium and rubber strap innovations08:25 – Why Pequignet is the perfect "everyday" luxury watch#Pequignet #FrenchWatchmaking #LuxuryWatches #WatchesAndWonders #CalibreRoyale #FrenchManufacture #Horology #WatchCollecting #InHouseMovement #MadeInFrance #MechanicalWatches #WatchDNA #HauteHorlogerie #PequignetParis #WatchReview