Another common idea, or misconception, is that using outsourced movements goes against tradition. This really depends on what tradition you're looking at. The fact is, for much of the history of watchmaking in Switzerland, the use of movement blanks (ébauches) as well as outsourcing the manufacturing of escapement parts, balances and other components, was the rule rather than the exception. It was unusual for a watch brand to make its own movements and it was unusual for movement makers to make...
Another common idea, or misconception, is that using outsourced movements goes against tradition. This really depends on what tradition you're looking at. The fact is, for much of the history of watchmaking in Switzerland, the use of movement blanks (ébauches) as well as outsourcing the manufacturing of escapement parts, balances and other components, was the rule rather than the exception. It was unusual for a watch brand to make its own movements and it was unusual for movement makers to make...
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