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CNC for Luxury Watchmaking: Achieving Sub-Micron Tolerances

In Swiss watchmaking, every gear, balance and escapement of a mechanical watch operates with micron or even sub-micron precision, and this extreme attention to detail has led to its reputation as a ‘work of art of time’. With innovations in CNC (numerical control) technology, watchmaking is achieving sub-micron tolerances (0.1-1 micron) with unprecedented efficiency. In this article, we will analyse how CNC technology is driving a revolution in the craft of fine watchmaking, and discuss its core techn......

Apr 22,2025