Ateliers de Monaco Watches

Founded in 2008 in Geneva, Switzerland, Atelier de Monaco is an interesting story. The brand was co-founded by Peter Stas, then-owner of Frederique Constant, and Pim Koeslag, master watchmaker (who worked for Stas).  Koeslag’s dream was to create bespoke and limited-edition complicated mechanical watches that would be made at the highest level of watchmaking and entirely in-house. Today, the brand boasts multiple patents and is known for its Tourbillon collection, Perpetual Calendar series with “EaZy adjust” system and more.

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History of Ateliers de Monaco

Ateliers de Monaco is a relatively young brand in the luxury watch industry, having been founded in 2008 by Pim Koeslag, a Dutch master watchmaker, and Robert van Pappelendam, a Dutch entrepreneur. The brand is based in Monaco, which is known for its association with luxury and high-end living.

From the beginning, Ateliers de Monaco set out to combine traditional watchmaking techniques with modern design and cutting-edge technology. The brand’s watches are handmade in small batches, which allows for greater attention to detail and ensures that each watch is a work of art. The brand’s commitment to quality and craftsmanship is reflected in its use of the prestigious Poinçon de Genève, a quality seal that guarantees the highest level of watchmaking standards.

Today, Ateliers de Monaco is known for its exceptional craftsmanship and innovative designs. The brand continues to push the boundaries of watchmaking and is committed to providing its customers with the highest level of quality and service.

Haute Horlogerie

Ateliers deMonaco is passionate about its mechanical innovations and faithful to the traditions of Haute Horlogerie. This dedication has earned the brand a place as one of the rare high-end watch manufacturers. Ateliers deMonaco does not only have the passion but the technical expertise, from in-house mechanical movements to hand-decorated components. Every Ateliers deMonaco watch is meticulously polished, brushed, and engraved by hand – a process that can take over 100 hours per timepiece.

Commitment to Sustainability

In addition to its commitment to quality and innovation, Ateliers de Monaco is also dedicated to sustainability and uses eco-friendly materials and processes wherever possible. The brand’s watches are made with recycled gold and steel, and its production processes are designed to minimize waste and reduce the brand’s carbon footprint.

Who owns Ateliers deMonaco?

Ateliers de Monaco is an independent watch brand that is owned by Robert van Pappelendam, a Dutch entrepreneur, and Pim Koeslag, a Dutch master-watchmaker. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Monaco. The brand prides itself on combining traditional watchmaking techniques with innovative design and cutting-edge technology. Ateliers de Monaco also has a strong commitment to sustainability and uses eco-friendly materials and processes wherever possible.

Fun Fact

Ateliers de Monaco is closely associated with the Principality of Monaco and is an official partner of the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, which supports environmental initiatives around the world. As part of this partnership, Ateliers de Monaco has created a special limited edition watch called the Tourbillon Oculus 1297 Only Watch, which was auctioned off to raise funds for the foundation. The watch features a unique design inspired by the colors of the Monaco flag, and its movement is decorated with an engraving of the foundation’s logo.

Ateliers deMonaco Collections

Poinçon de Genève

The Poinçon de Genève collection is inspired by the famous Geneva Seal, a certification that guarantees the highest standards of craftsmanship and quality in watchmaking. These watches feature a range of complications, including tourbillons, perpetual calendars, and moon phases.

Admiral Chronographe Flyback

This collection is inspired by the world of sailing and features a distinctive nautical design. The watches in this collection are equipped with a flyback chronograph, which allows the user to quickly reset and restart the chronograph function.

Ronde de Monte-Carlo

The Ronde de Monte-Carlo collection is inspired by the famous car rally of the same name. These watches feature a retro design and are equipped with a range of complications, including chronographs, GMT functions, and moon phases.

Tourbillon

The Tourbillon collection is focused on the tourbillon complication, which is widely regarded as one of the most complex and impressive mechanisms in watchmaking. These watches feature a range of tourbillon designs, including flying tourbillons and double tourbillons.

Tourbillon Répétition Minute

The Tourbillon Répétition Minute collection combines two of the most complex complications in watchmaking: the tourbillon and the minute repeater. These watches feature a tourbillon mechanism that compensates for the effects of gravity, as well as a minute repeater function that chimes the time on demand.