Greubel Forsey
La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland · Est. 2004
Founded by Robert Greubel, Stephen Forsey
Greubel Forsey was founded in La Chaux-de-Fonds in 2004 by Robert Greubel and Stephen Forsey with the explicit mission of improving the accuracy of mechanical watches through innovative tourbillon architectures. The brand produces approximately 100 watches per year and is considered one of the most technically serious independent manufactures in existence.
- Founded
- 2004
- Headquarters
- La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland
- Group
- Independent
- Price Segment
- Ultra
- Status
- Active
Key Collections
- Tourbillon 24 Secondes — Features a fast-rotating 24-second inclined tourbillon visible through the dial, pushing chronometric performance.
- Double Tourbillon 30° — Signature complication with two nested tourbillon cages inclined at 30°, one completing a rotation every 4 minutes and the inner every 60 seconds.
- Hand Made 1 — A tribute to hand craftsmanship where over 95% of components are finished by hand, celebrating artisanal watchmaking at its purest.
- GMT — World-time complication with an inclined tourbillon and a sculpted rotating globe, combining travel functionality with haute horlogerie.
Timeline
- 2004 — Robert Greubel and Stephen Forsey found Greubel Forsey in La Chaux-de-Fonds, dedicated to advancing tourbillon mechanisms.
- 2004 — Double Tourbillon 30° is unveiled, establishing the brand's reputation for mechanical complexity and finishing excellence.
- 2009 — Invention Piece 1 is released with the Quadruple Tourbillon — four tourbillon cages in one movement.
- 2019 — Launch of the Hand Made 1, with over 95% hand-finished components, demonstrating the brand's artisanal philosophy.
- 2025 — Won Revolution Awards 2025 Best Handmade for the Hand Made 2. Released multiple new models throughout the year, reinforcing its position in ultra-haute horlogerie.
- 2025 — Nano Foudroyante won Mechanical Exception Watch Prize at GPHG 2025. Released Quantieme Perpetuel Balancier (CHF 490K, 22 pcs).
- 2026 — Announced final Balancier Convexe S2 editions in black and white ceramic before permanent production cessation.
Frequently Asked Questions about Greubel Forsey
- Why does Greubel Forsey focus on tourbillons?
- Founders Robert Greubel and Stephen Forsey believe the tourbillon is the ultimate test of watchmaking skill. Their research into multi-axis and inclined tourbillons aims to improve chronometric performance while showcasing mechanical artistry.
- How many watches does Greubel Forsey produce per year?
- Greubel Forsey produces fewer than 100 watches annually, with each piece requiring months of hand-finishing and assembly by master watchmakers.