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.

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.

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

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.

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 500 CHF).
The course fee will, of course, be credited if you later purchase a watch from us. (Individual prices cannot be combined.)