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If anyone in the high horology watch industry can afford to be complacent, the Scheufele family can proudly rest on their laurels.

In the age of 3 large conglomerates dominating, and, some say, almost choking the industry, the Scheufele-run Chopard is an established Jeweler, and one of the few remaining independent family-run watch companies. With a uniquely identifiable "Happy Diamond" range and the characteristically Chopard "Ice Cubes", the company can continue to milk the same cash cow in the luxury lifestyle market.

But if serious watch hobbyists find Chopard boring, consider this: Vice President Karl-Friedrich Scheufele (KFS) had a dream to build a first class inhouse movement. Realizing the difficult task ahead, Chopard originally negotiated to buy 'Frederick Piguet', but the movement factory was snatched away by the Swatch Group two weeks after the first phone call!

KFS then decided to build their own factory in Fleurier, and gave us not one, but a series of very high quality movements like the 1.96, the 1.98 and the 6.96 or 3.97. Today, the 1.98 Quattro is probably the only 8 days movement I've tested which is very accurate for up to 6 days and the 6.96 is one of the very rare Tonneau shape modern movement.

These are exciting times for serious watch hobbyists!

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I look forward to your thoughts, ideas, and suggestions.

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These are the best of times, and the worst of times...(long version) View entire thread - ThomasM on Dec 4, 2006, 1:16 AM

Okay, friends, here's the short version - - ThomasM on Dec 4, 2006, 1:17 AM

All forum visitors, please read: View entire thread - ThomasM on Dec 3, 2006, 4:40 PM

First Choppard, First LUC, First Foundation Qualite Fleurier! View entire thread - JC on Dec 3, 2006, 2:55 AM

More about Chopard Part 1 (Bees) >> View entire thread - MTF on Dec 3, 2006, 12:53 AM

The simplest LUC under completely natural light...6 pictures View entire thread - bernardcheong on Dec 1, 2006, 2:05 AM

Very nice indeed - Anonymous on Dec 1, 2006, 3:06 AM

Thank you, Bernard, . . . - Art on Dec 1, 2006, 7:47 AM

Stunning pictures.... - SuitbertW on Dec 1, 2006, 4:34 PM

LUC 9.96 with Fondation Qualite Fleurier seal >> - MTF on Dec 2, 2006, 2:12 AM

Ok...now that explains a lot ;-) - jokoh on Dec 2, 2006, 8:28 AM

FQF Seal is not on the movement >> - MTF on Dec 2, 2006, 9:25 AM

Wow...thats something new to me... - Jacky on Dec 2, 2006, 6:40 PM

I would prefer an open back ...... - jokoh on Dec 1, 2006, 8:02 PM

See reply to Suitbert above (nt) - MTF on Dec 2, 2006, 2:12 AM

Thanks Bernard.. - Jacky on Dec 1, 2006, 8:35 PM

See reply to Suitbert above (nt) - MTF on Dec 2, 2006, 2:13 AM

I was inspired enough to count the bees .... - georgeho on Dec 2, 2006, 10:11 AM

Pleasant Experience.... View entire thread - Syam on Nov 30, 2006, 5:15 PM

Indeed, and more about LUC >> - MTF on Nov 30, 2006, 6:44 PM

Need band for 1998 Mille Miglia View entire thread - Brian on Nov 24, 2006, 2:12 PM

Your specific need >> - MTF on Nov 25, 2006, 5:22 AM

need info regarding movements View entire thread - guest on Nov 23, 2006, 9:59 AM

Positions >> - MTF on Nov 23, 2006, 7:50 PM

so which is best? - Anonymous on Nov 29, 2006, 10:34 AM

In the real world >> - MTF on Nov 29, 2006, 7:42 PM

a tiny bit of misinformation - ei8htohms on Dec 1, 2006, 7:21 PM

I think I know what you mean BUT >> - MTF on Dec 2, 2006, 2:31 AM

try it again - ei8htohms on Dec 2, 2006, 1:06 PM

Date change problem in 3.96 View entire thread - MrkK on Nov 20, 2006, 6:06 AM

The two movements >> - MTF on Nov 22, 2006, 8:44 PM

Ti bracelet for MM 16/8407 View entire thread - SteveH on Nov 16, 2006, 12:50 PM

I don't thnk they make any. - bernardcheong on Nov 16, 2006, 4:12 PM

Thanks Bernard, can you recommend a specific model to look at? (nt) - SteveH on Nov 16, 2006, 10:03 PM

It has to be among the pilot watches, also..Omega Seamaster series in Titanium. nt - bernardcheong on Nov 17, 2006, 4:29 PM

Finally purchased a new 16/8992 GMT and I LOVE IT View entire thread - Igor on Nov 15, 2006, 5:39 PM

You can actually SEE and FEEL the quality! - bernardcheong on Nov 16, 2006, 4:11 PM

Chopard Wins the 'Extra-Thin' Watch Prize at the Geneva Grand Prix! Beating out View entire thread - Andrew H on Nov 15, 2006, 4:28 PM

congratulations to Chopard, a well deserved award! - ThomasM on Nov 15, 2006, 4:34 PM

Well deserved for a company that has worked hard and honest for many a year! - bernardcheong on Nov 16, 2006, 4:09 PM

Minure repeater View entire thread - Wim on Nov 13, 2006, 10:31 PM

Not quite a minute repeater >> - MTF on Nov 14, 2006, 7:58 AM

quite an interesting piece and complication. And priced surprisingly - ThomasM on Nov 14, 2006, 11:14 AM

LUC Strike One >> - MTF on Nov 15, 2006, 4:36 AM

Photo from Chopard (inside) >> - MTF on Nov 15, 2006, 8:25 PM

LUC Flueier View entire thread - Yong on Nov 13, 2006, 6:28 AM

Hang on >> - MTF on Nov 13, 2006, 10:25 AM

Re: LUC Flueier - JC on Nov 13, 2006, 4:09 PM

MTF is absolutely correct, and.. - bernardcheong on Nov 13, 2006, 4:34 PM

The new WG LUC Flr - bernardcheong on Nov 13, 2006, 4:37 PM

Congrats on the New Watch... - RyanS. on Nov 13, 2006, 7:12 PM

Now the photo......threesome - Yong on Nov 14, 2006, 7:17 AM

Thanks for sharing. You have a nice collection of Chopards coming along... - RyanS. on Nov 14, 2006, 11:16 PM

Awright!!! I feel that Chopard really knows how to create watches that contrast with each - bernardcheong on Nov 16, 2006, 4:17 PM

NIce Fleurier! - georgeho on Nov 19, 2006, 8:24 AM

I have the 166 - bernardcheong on Nov 20, 2006, 12:36 AM

Mine 25/250 - georgeho on Nov 20, 2006, 4:54 AM

Mine is 188/250 - Yong on Nov 20, 2006, 6:16 AM

The ever versatile L.U.C. Sport 2000 View entire thread - RyanS. on Nov 5, 2006, 4:30 PM

Thanks for your thoughts and >> - MTF on Nov 6, 2006, 8:46 AM

Chopard with the vision of their leader KFS has made great headway. - bernardcheong on Nov 7, 2006, 4:31 PM

I agree... - SJX on Nov 13, 2006, 2:32 AM

Granturismo XL View entire thread - Yong on Nov 5, 2006, 7:12 AM

I get many compliments on the Grand turismo XL ! - bwzell on Nov 5, 2006, 7:12 PM

The seconds hand is OK. - bernardcheong on Nov 7, 2006, 4:35 PM

New Deployant View entire thread - AaronM on Nov 3, 2006, 8:47 AM

I think that the design isn't new - MrkK on Nov 5, 2006, 12:58 PM

That is the exact design... - Anonymous on Nov 5, 2006, 4:48 PM

require name model I have only the serial number View entire thread - ernest on Oct 26, 2006, 2:21 PM

Impossible for us to give you more information just by serial number - ThomasM on Oct 26, 2006, 8:38 PM

Help identifying model ... View entire thread - Luke Martin on Oct 25, 2006, 12:49 PM

That's pretty clearly a "quattro" based movement (see picture of the movement in the - ThomasM on Oct 25, 2006, 3:24 PM

Yes, I too assume it is a Quattro ... - Luke Martin on Oct 26, 2006, 2:52 AM

Yes, its a quattro - Yong on Oct 26, 2006, 7:31 AM

Information from Chopard >> - MTF on Nov 1, 2006, 9:56 AM

Many thanks, Melvyn ... - Luke Martin on Nov 14, 2006, 12:16 AM

10th Anniversary L.U.C Chrono One View entire thread - Samuel Lock on Oct 19, 2006, 8:36 AM

I was told... - ThomasM on Oct 20, 2006, 7:51 PM

Directed to Dr Thomas Mao - Samuel Lock on Oct 20, 2006, 11:46 PM

Dear Samuel, thanks very much for your very kind words. - ThomasM on Oct 21, 2006, 11:09 AM

I was just advised the price for the Chrono One has not been officially set yet. (nt) - ThomasM on Oct 23, 2006, 1:33 AM

Enquiry serial model 813268 - 8271 View entire thread - Anonymous on Oct 17, 2006, 10:38 PM

we'll see what we can do. (nt) - ThomasM on Oct 18, 2006, 1:51 PM

Apparently, it is from the Happy Sport line, a boutique exclusive. - ThomasM on Oct 23, 2006, 1:39 AM

value? - Anonymous on Oct 30, 2006, 10:06 AM

thanks - anton9 on Oct 24, 2006, 2:01 AM

WTB: Looking for 16/8992 or 16/8994 View entire thread - Igor on Oct 17, 2006, 6:46 PM

Don't buy a Twist! View entire thread - Chris on Oct 16, 2006, 11:58 PM

Repair again? - Wim on Oct 18, 2006, 3:11 AM

I agree with WIM - Through my contacts with Chopard, they are EXTREMELY service oriented - ThomasM on Oct 18, 2006, 1:53 PM

I try once more - Anonymous on Oct 19, 2006, 1:59 AM

I was succesfull - Anonymous on Oct 29, 2006, 3:51 AM

I'm glad to hear the good news and Chopard's great service. nt - Kong on Nov 6, 2006, 8:33 AM

The 9.96 in high magnification as seen at the watchmakers. View entire thread - bernardcheong on Oct 14, 2006, 6:39 AM

Great pictures - Yong on Oct 14, 2006, 8:22 AM

Well, comparing with the 1.96...... - YMA on Oct 15, 2006, 8:18 PM

Part 10...In the beginning, there were REALLY GOOD simple watches. View entire thread - bernardcheong on Oct 12, 2006, 2:42 AM

Thanks Bernard! Is the DB6 Shooting Brake compulsory for delivery? :-) nt - Dje on Oct 12, 2006, 1:54 PM

You noticed the car! That one seems to be in good shape. - bernardcheong on Oct 12, 2006, 5:24 PM

Case back. - Wim Bon on Oct 12, 2006, 11:10 PM

There is a WG version upcoming with a se thru back, however.. - bernardcheong on Oct 13, 2006, 2:40 AM

Do you have a photo of it? - Yong on Oct 13, 2006, 8:18 PM

Pics of the 996 are posted above as well...but here they are: - bernardcheong on Oct 14, 2006, 6:36 AM

I like the lugs man!! ;-) - jokoh on Oct 12, 2006, 11:13 PM

I have some pics of the movt...soon to be posted. nt - bernardcheong on Oct 13, 2006, 2:41 AM

Wonder how is the number 1.96 come from? View entire thread - YMA on Oct 12, 2006, 12:13 AM

It is the first of a new series of manufactured movements for Chopard, and it was... - chris russell on Oct 12, 2006, 12:24 PM

you are wrong my friend - bernardcheong on Oct 13, 2006, 10:49 AM

Well, it made sense to me, anyway. Is there another truth? Thanks. (nt) - chris russell on Oct 13, 2006, 12:26 PM

Hi Chris. - bernardcheong on Oct 13, 2006, 10:27 PM

1.96 LUC / 3.96 LUC too? View entire thread - Gemini on Oct 8, 2006, 12:15 AM

The 1 prefix is always higher in the absolute quantum of goodies. - bernardcheong on Oct 8, 2006, 6:32 AM

Thanks - EriksonTWL on Oct 9, 2006, 6:11 AM

LUC 16/1860 & 16/1860/2 - kong on Oct 8, 2006, 12:25 PM

Geneva seal and Breguet overcoil is the main difference... - Gaz on Oct 10, 2006, 2:57 AM

Geneva seal and the Breguet overcoil balance spring are the main difference... - Gaz on Oct 10, 2006, 2:59 AM

Thanks Gaz for the additional inputs. - kong on Oct 10, 2006, 4:37 AM

The main differences are... - YMA on Oct 10, 2006, 7:12 PM

Correct, and in the 9.96 you will see that Chopard has set a new benchmark - bernardcheong on Oct 11, 2006, 8:40 AM

Breguet Balance-spring for both 1.96/3.96 - King105 on Oct 26, 2006, 11:10 PM

Chopard MM View entire thread - Anonymous on Oct 7, 2006, 8:12 AM

I have checked all 45 pieces I own - benardcherong on Oct 13, 2006, 10:51 AM

Thanks whoever the troll is...please note that any post without my log in is not mine. - bernardcheong on Oct 14, 2006, 6:42 AM

L.U.C. Twist View entire thread - Anonymous on Oct 3, 2006, 10:02 PM

If you are in Singapore..there is a VERY special version !!! - bernardcheong on Oct 7, 2006, 6:17 PM

Very interesting, I think I need to check that one out!. Thanks Bernard nt. - Anonymous on Oct 7, 2006, 6:46 PM

Btw Bernard.... - Anonymous on Oct 7, 2006, 6:49 PM

The white version of the GrandTurismo XL is so fine in execution... - bernardcheong on Oct 8, 2006, 6:35 AM

Thanks for the advice Bernard... - Anonymous on Oct 9, 2006, 5:34 AM

That is the one with a striking black dial! - bernardcheong on Oct 11, 2006, 8:30 AM

tech twist - georgeho on Oct 11, 2006, 9:44 AM

1.98 with bracelet View entire thread - Wim Bon on Oct 2, 2006, 10:31 AM

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