Workshop
You've never assembled a watch yourself, have you? But now you can: We run watchmaking courses in our workshop for interested parties (aged 12 and over). You can take apart and assemble a Unitas pocket watch movement under expert supervision.
Workshop
You've never assembled a watch yourself, have you? But now you can: We run watchmaking courses in our workshop for interested parties (aged 12 and over). You can take apart and assemble a Unitas pocket watch movement under expert supervision.
Watch Workshop
Have you ever assembled a watch yourself? Now is your opportunity to do so. Under expert guidance, you will step into the fascinating world of watchmaking and personally disassemble and reassemble a classic Unitas pocket watch movement.
A member of our family will open the course with an engaging introduction to the history of the watch industry and the story of our manufactory, Maurice De Mauriac. Afterwards, our experienced watchmakers will take over. They will explain in clear terms what defines a mechanical watch and why it ticks.
Details
Location: Maurice De Mauriac Atelier
Type: Private course
Duration: Approx. 2 hours
Prices
250.00 per person from a minimum of 2 persons to a maximum of 10 persons
Then it’s time for “Hands On.” Equipped with watchmaking attire and a loupe, you will work directly on the open UNITAS pocket watch movement, which is approximately ten times larger than a standard movement. The watchmaker will carefully disassemble it step by step, explaining each individual component. After that, it’s your turn — together, you will reassemble the movement until it ticks reliably again.
This unique experience is perfect for families, friends, or teams, combining knowledge, craftsmanship, and collaboration in a truly memorable way.
If you later decide to purchase a watch, the course fee will be credited toward your purchase (individual prices cannot be combined).
Built your own watch
Experience the art of watchmaking up close — and take it one step further. Building on our basic watchmaking course, you will create your very own mechanical wristwatch under the expert guidance of our experienced watchmakers.
In approximately two hours, you will assemble your personal timepiece — a truly unique creation that combines precision, craftsmanship, and emotion into one unforgettable experience.
The model available for this workshop is the Züri-Date — the world’s only watch that speaks Swiss German. Available in different sizes and colors, it can be customized to suit your personal taste. Upon request, the rotor can also be individually engraved, for example with your initials, turning your watch into a truly one-of-a-kind piece with lasting sentimental value.
Included:
The basic watchmaking course
Assembly of your Züri-Date
Personal engraving on the rotor
Price
CHF 3,900 for the watch plus CHF 500 for the experience.
Duration
This unique experience lasts approximately 3 hours in total.
Note
If you would like to assemble a different watch, this is also possible after consultation with us.
Group & Team Event
Large families, groups of friends, or teams take the opportunity to share a unique experience that not only brings the mechanical watch to life in a tangible way, but also offers a new perspective on time itself.
Working together on the movement is perfectly suited for team building: the group carefully reassembles the mechanism step by step and, at the end, experiences the rewarding moment when it begins to tick again — a powerful symbol of collaboration, precision, and shared success.
For groups of 10 or more, we would be delighted to receive your inquiry and will gladly develop a tailored concept for your event together with you.
Pricing
(Minimum 10 participants / Maximum 30 participants)
From 10 participants: CHF 200 per person
From 15 participants: CHF 180 per person
From 20 participants: CHF 150 per person
For bookings outside our regular opening hours, a flat fee of CHF 1,000 applies.
Details
Location:
Maurice De Mauriac Atelier
Rämistrasse 5
8001 Zurich
Type: Private course
Duration: Approx. 2 hours
Optional Add-On
Guided tour of the Beyer Watch Museum
CHF 50 per person
Duration: approx. 1 hour
Includes an expert-led guided tour
Gift Vouchers
A watchmaking course is an exceptional gift — personal, meaningful, and unforgettable. Gift vouchers are available directly at our atelier or conveniently here.
Please note: A private watchmaking course is available for a minimum of 2 participants (total price CHF 500).
The course fee will, of course, be credited if you later purchase a watch from us. (Individual prices cannot be combined.)
Details
Date: Flexible by arrangement
Location:
Maurice De Mauriac Atelier
Rämistrasse 5
8001 Zurich
Type: Private course
Duration: Approx. 2 hours
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Ready to be served 🏁🎾
The waiting is finally over, we assambled, tested & packed the first batch of the Rallymaster IV series and its going out for delivery TODAY! So check your mail box.
Thank you so much for all your orders from all over the world, from LA, Bangkok to Paris & Tokyo. Tennis watch fans are all over the globe 🌎
Best from Zurich, Switzerland 🇨🇭
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PS: It is not Sold Out yet, you have still your change. But better be fast than sorry!
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The first Rallymaster IV pick up - was a special one✨
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Thank you @jan_truch & @michael.truch - we will not forget this one.
Happy Monday everybody.
PS: For the other buyers of the Rallymaster IV, check your mail box, the delivery goes out today!
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The first batch is leaving our atelier soon.
Thank you so much for the orders from all over the world. Next stop: your wrist 🫶🏽 #mauricedemauriac mauricedemauriac #rallymasterIV #watches
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The doors are officially open at the new address — Rämistrasse 5, 8001 Zurich — and we celebrated in style. Great people, great vibes, bold watches, and plenty of reasons to raise a glass.
Right in the heart of Zurich, the new space feels exactly like us: special, colorful, historic, and full of character.
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WE ARE OPEN 💥
You can now visit us at Rämistrasse 5, 8001 Zurich.
We still can hardly believe our eyes. Once more, it is proof that team work makes the dream work. Watching this vision come to life in such a short time, through the hands of so many talented and dedicated people, feels amazing.
Tomorrow, we open the doors to our first floor and the gallery, while we continue working on the third. Step by step.
A special thank you goes to everyone in our MDM-Family and our hardworking team, who made this possible.
Come by and see it for yourself. We are very much looking forward to welcoming you! #teamwork #mauricedemauriac #zurich
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We found the perfect place. Beautifully enough, it sits just opposite our father’s favourite restaurant @kronenhalle (We like to think of it as his sign from heaven)
Please note that we will be closed from February 9 to 15 while we move.
From Monday, February 16, we look forward to opening our doors at our new address:
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