Grönefeld
Oldenzaal, Netherlands · Est. 2008
Founded by Tim Grönefeld, Bart Grönefeld
Grönefeld is a Dutch independent watchmaking atelier founded by brothers Tim and Bart Grönefeld in 2008, producing hand-finished mechanical watches in very small numbers. The brand is known for its exceptional decoration quality, on par with the finest Swiss manufactures, and its focus on time-only and simple complication watches.
- Founded
- 2008
- Headquarters
- Oldenzaal, Netherlands
- Group
- Independent
- Price Segment
- Ultra
- Status
- Active
Key Collections
- 1941 Principia — Time-only watch showcasing exceptional hand-finishing, named after the year of their father's birth, with a beautifully open dial.
- 1941 Remontoire — Features a constant-force remontoire mechanism for consistent torque delivery, combined with the Grönefeld brothers' signature finishing.
- Parallax Tourbillon — One-minute flying tourbillon with a unique visual depth created by multi-level dial architecture.
Timeline
- 2008 — Brothers Tim and Bart Grönefeld establish their independent watch atelier in Oldenzaal, the Netherlands.
- 2009 — First wristwatch, the GTM-06 Tourbillon Minute Repeater, wins the Innovation Prize at the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève.
- 2016 — The 1941 Remontoire is launched, showcasing constant-force technology in a refined package.
- 2020 — Parallax Tourbillon released, demonstrating the brothers' mastery of complex complications with artisanal finishing.
Frequently Asked Questions about Grönefeld
- Where are Grönefeld watches made?
- All Grönefeld watches are designed and hand-finished in Oldenzaal, the Netherlands — one of the very few haute horlogerie workshops outside Switzerland.
- What is a remontoire?
- A remontoire is a constant-force mechanism that stores energy in a small secondary spring, releasing it in equal amounts to the escapement. This ensures consistent amplitude and accuracy regardless of mainspring tension.