Pequignet is a prominent independent French watch manufacturer founded in 1973 by Emile Pequignet in Morteau, situated in the heart of the Jura region. The brand is distinguished as a Manufacture de Haute Horlogerie, a status cemented by the opening of its own laboratory in 2008 and the subsequent 2011 launch of the Calibre Royal, an innovative mechanical movement entirely designed and assembled in-house. This movement is notable for integrating multiple complications, such as a large date, day of the week, and an 88-hour power reserve, on a single plate.
The brand is often recognized for its technical prowess and its role in the revival of French fine watchmaking, sourcing components primarily from local suppliers within an 80-kilometer radius. It holds the state-recognized Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant label, highlighting its commitment to artisanal quality and heritage.
Pequignet’s catalog is defined by several key collections: – Royale: This line houses their manufacture calibres and serves as the flagship for their technical innovation.
– Moorea: Introduced in 1984, this collection is famous for its signature articulated grain-link bracelet design.
– Concorde and Attitude: These lines utilize the more accessible Calibre Initial movement.
– Royale Paris Chrono and Flying Tourbillon: Recent additions that showcase the brand’s expanded technical capabilities.
