Simon Brette
Paris, France · Est. 2018
Founded by Simon Brette
Simon Brette is an independent French watchmaker producing one-of-a-kind and extremely limited timepieces with exceptional movement finishing and a deeply personal creative vision. The brand operates at the most artisanal end of independent watchmaking.
- Founded
- 2018
- Headquarters
- Paris, France
- Group
- Independent
- Price Segment
- Mid
- Status
- Active
Key Collections
- Pièces Uniques — One-of-a-kind timepieces with hand-finished movements and bespoke dial work, each representing months of individual craftsmanship.
- Éditions Limitées — Extremely small series (typically 3–5 pieces) sharing a design theme but each with unique finishing details, bridging the gap between serial and unique production.
Timeline
- 2018 — Simon Brette establishes his independent watchmaking practice, producing his first one-of-a-kind pieces with exceptional hand finishing.
- 2020 — Gains recognition in the independent watchmaking community for the quality of his hand-finishing and creative dial designs.
- 2023 — Exhibits at independent watchmaking events, building a growing collector base for his extremely limited production.
Frequently Asked Questions about Simon Brette
- How many watches does Simon Brette produce?
- Very few — typically under 10 per year, with many being unique pieces. Each watch involves extensive hand-finishing and personal attention from Brette himself.
- Where is Simon Brette based?
- Simon Brette is a French-trained watchmaker now based in Switzerland, producing his watches from a small independent atelier.