RENAUD TIXIER

Witness a meeting of two minds and generations in exceptional watchmaking as Dominique Renaud, a pioneer of contemporary horology and Julien Tixier, a prodigious young talent, forge a creative alliance.

Their shared ambition is to revisit seven core horological principles, starting with the crucial aspect of energy. Their inaugural creation, a three-hand watch christened ‘Monday,’ showcases their first innovation: a kinetic engine micro-rotor that pushes the boundaries of micromechanics.

THE TEAM

Dominique Renaud was the driving force behind Renaud & Papi (co-created in 1986 with his friend Giulio Papi), the first-ever independent movement developer and manufacturer in horology.

Following Audemars Piguet’s acquisition of Renaud & Papi in 2000, Dominique Renaud pursued the path of an independent and relocated to the south of France. He returned to Switzerland about twelve years later to focus on developing his own inventions. It was during this time that he met a young watchmaker whose talents left an indelible impression on him: Julien Tixier.

After completing his studies, Julien Tixier was initially involved in the design, machining and fine-tuning of an exceptional timepiece for Parmigiani Fleurier: the ‘Hippologia’ automaton. In 2016, he began his watchmaking career at Laurent Ferrier, where he came face to face with the rigorous demands of the trade and honed his skills. The turning point came in 2016, when he met Dominique Renaud.

Marking the start of a new chapter in watchmaking history, this partnership is supported by a team of passionate professionals, including watchmaker Sébastien Rousseau, technician-constructor Alexandre Bugnon, and entrepreneurs Jean-Luc Errant (President) and Michel Nieto (CEO).