Pictures From Treasures Of Vacheron Constantin Exhibtion

Vacheron Constantin Workshop In The 1800s

Milling-machines for levers entry which enables entries to be milled for the pallet-stone.
It was made by Fontaine in Geneva based on Georges Auguste

Treasures Of Vacheron Constantin - A legacy of watchmking since 1755 Synopsis

The Treasures of Vacheron Constantin exhibition explores the history of refined timekeeping through the exquisite timepieces of Vacheron Constantin which has its roots in 18th century Geneva, Switzerland, with production still continuing to the present day.

Pastor John Calvin settled in Geneva in 1535 when it became a safe haven for Protestantism. Many persecuted Protestants from across Europe came to Geneva bringing when them talents like banking, craftsmanship and in particular horology knowhow. The corporations and guilds that are formed are among the oldest in the world and they made  employed in the horology industry by 1800.

This exhibition strives to show an unbroken link between the spirit of watch making today and the heady days of Haute Horlogerie ( fine horology ) stretching back to 1755. Early watch making in Geneva is conducted in the cabinet ( a small workshop usually on the top floor of a house ) where cabinotiers ( craftsmen ) practiced their skills of Haute Horlogerie. More than 40 crafts are combined in a fabrique ( a place of manufacture ) to make timepieces that made Geneva the centre of watch making excellence.

The exhibition attempts to capture a flavour of the character of the 18th century cabinotiers through the workbenches and tools of master craftsmen that produced the technically sophisticated and artistically refined heritage-timepieces of Vacheron Constantin.

With 180 fines watches on display, this exhibition captures the artistic finesse and technological skills of the Vacheron Constantin artisans. Also on display are watch making tools, machinery and workbenches which all together offers a holistic and contextual view into the complexity of the watch making industry.

Singapore National Museum Exhibition - Treasures of Vacheron Constantin : A legacy of watchmaking since 1755

Picture Courtesy Of National Museum Singapore

This National Museum exhibition, Treasures of Vacheron Constantin – A Legacy of Watchmaking since 1755 features the more than 250 years heritage of the oldest Swiss watch manufacturer, Vacheron Constantin, and the brand’s cutting-edge technology, artistry as well as craftsmanship through a display of 180 timepieces. Open from 24 June 2011 to 14 August 2011. Free Admission.

Tissot PR516 GL Automatic Watch

 

A well maintained Tissot PR516 GL automatic men's watch. The movement is smooth, a slight shake of the watch will set the second hand moving. This watch has a thick stainless steel case and bracelet. The bracelet is suitable for wrist diameter from 6cm to 9cm. The watch crystal face, the case and the bracelet all has no noticeable scratch. Some noticeable scratch marks seen on the back cover. The winding crown has the Tissot logo. The bracelet is signed Tissot, all stainless steel 672.32. The red second hand made a dash of color to the attractive deep blue dial face which is unfortunately spotted due to age.

1980s Tissot Stylist Men's Quartz Watch

A slim quartz watch with thick gold plating. If you need the convenience of a quartz watch, the Tissot Stylist Men quartz retains the work of art feeling reserved for quality mechanical watches. Bought sometime in 1985. The inscription on the back covers reads :  waterresistent 30m, stainless steel back, mineral crystal and has the Tissot logo with the number  c260 below the logo. Battery is Swiss Made Renata dry button cell type 371.

So what went wrong, I vaguely remember that after changing the battery, the back cover did not fit properly and thens to come off. After some time the watch stop working and also the hour, minute and second hand cannot be move by turning the clown. Who done what and where and when is beyong my memory.

This Tissot Stylist Men Quartz is now available for repairs or parts by someone who cares.