Become a watchmaker for half a day!
Enjoy a unique experience in the heart of the N.A Timekeeping workshop in Paris, alongside Noah Assouline, independent watchmaker and founder of the workshop.
For about 5 hours, discover the secrets of mechanical watchmaking and personally take part in assembling your own timepiece.
Here, you are not a spectator: YOU are the one doing the work!
Seated at a real watchmaker's workbench, you will discover the tools, techniques, and professional skills required to create a mechanical watch.
From preparing the movement to the finishing touches, every step will be carried out by you, under the constant supervision of Noah Assouline, who will guide you, advise you, and step in if a task requires his assistance.
No prior knowledge of watchmaking is required.
WHAT'S ON THE AGENDA FOR YOUR EXPERIENCE
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Designing your watch: choosing the model, dial, hands, case, strap, and various components.
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Discovering watch mechanics: an explanation of how an automatic movement works using real components.
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Checking and adjusting the movement: discovering the timing machine, measuring accuracy, and adjusting for fast or slow time according to N.A Timekeeping workshop standards.
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Installing the oscillating weight: discovering and assembling the automatic winding system.
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Fitting the dial and hands: using precision tools and checking alignments.
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Casing the movement: installing the mechanism in its case.
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Assembling the crown: measuring and cutting the stem, fitting and securing the fasteners.
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Water resistance: preparing and lubricating the seals, fitting the crystal and caseback, if applicable, and closing the caseback.
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Finishing touches: fitting the strap, making adjustments, and performing any necessary polishing.
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Final checks and personalization: technical checks and discovering professional laser engraving.
The tasks are carried out under supervision and adapted to the chosen model. The most delicate operations may require the direct assistance of your watchmaker.
A TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE, BUT ALSO A SOCIAL ONE!
Because watchmaking is above all a passion to be shared, we have designed a day with a warm and relaxed atmosphere.
On the agenda: coffee, hot drinks, pastries, sodas and refreshments, as well as champagne or wine for adult participants, enjoyed in moderation.
And what about the music? You get to choose your playlist! Unless you prefer to leave the atmosphere to DJ NOAH!
PRICE AND HOW IT WORKS
€899 including VAT – Private watchmaking experience (approximately 5 hours).
The €899 fee covers exclusively your individual half-day introductory experience, including personalized guidance from Noah Assouline, access to the workshop, professional tools, and the various activities offered.
IMPORTANT: THE PRICE OF THE WATCH IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE €899.
The process is simple:
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You book your experience by paying the €899 directly on our online store.
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You choose your watch from the models and configurations offered by the workshop at the start of your experience.
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You assemble your timepiece with your own hands, under the supervision of your watchmaker.
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You only pay the price of the selected watch on site, at the end of your experience, in addition to the €899 already paid.
The price of the watch will depend on the model and components you choose. It will be communicated to you before assembly begins.
No additional payment regarding the watch is required when purchasing this experience online.
At the end of this day, you will leave with a new timepiece and an unforgettable experience!
AN EXPERIENCE TO ENJOY OR GIVE AS A GIFT
Would you like to give this experience to a loved one? We also offer the option to pay for the price of their future watch in advance, in addition to the €899 corresponding to the introductory experience.
We will together define a personalized budget, which will help guide the selection of models and components during the experience.
Thus, the person you give this day to will retain full freedom to personalize their timepiece according to their tastes, while staying within the previously agreed budget.
An experience entirely gifted, with no unpleasant surprises or additional payment for the recipient, as long as their choices remain within the agreed budget.
To arrange this gift package, we invite you to contact our workshop before making your reservation once you have placed the order.
Half a day in the shoes of a watchmaker. A watch that reflects you. A unique memory.
DATES AND AVAILABILITY
To guarantee you a fully private experience and exclusive guidance from Noah Assouline, the "Watchmaker for a Day" sessions are offered only on Sundays and Mondays, by prior reservation.
As each session is organized individually, we recommend that you contact our workshop well in advance to agree on a date together and guarantee the availability of your watchmaker.
We will do everything possible to organize your experience on the date that suits you, subject to available time slots.
N.A TIMEKEEPING WORKSHOP – PARIS
The art of watchmaking, within your reach.
