Ferdinand Berthoud
Ferdinand Berthoud was a Swiss-born scientist and master watchmaker who devoted himself to developing sea clocks and determining longitude at sea. In 1770, he received the title of Horologist- Mechanic by appointment to the King and the Navy.
Ferdinand Berthoud’s marine chronometers were used on board ship for various test campaigns and charting voyages. But Ferdinand Berthoud as a brand lay inactive for many years between 1876 and the 21st century, and it is truly thanks to the thoughtfulness and genius of Karl-Friedrich Scheufele and the Chopard Group that the brand is revived today in a manner that is faithful to its rich history.
In the few short years since its rebirth, Ferdinand Berthoud has very quickly achieved acclaim, with the brand winning the “Aiguille d’Or” Grand Prix in 2016 and 2019.
Editorial
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Reviews
A Closer Look: Ferdinand Berthoud Mesure du Temps 1787 Chronomètre FB 2TV
Apr 17, 2026
Reviews
A Closer Look: Ferdinand Berthoud Mesure du Temps 1787 Chronomètre FB 2TV
Editorial
Revolution Awards 2025: Watch of The Year — Ferdinand Berthoud Naissance d’une Montre 3
Jan 27, 2026
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Revolution Awards 2025: Watch of The Year — Ferdinand Berthoud Naissance d’une Montre 3
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The Revolutionary List: 24 Technically Brilliant Watches – Ferdinand Berthoud FB 1
Dec 12, 2025
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The Revolutionary List: 24 Technically Brilliant Watches – Ferdinand Berthoud FB 1
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The Revolutionary List – 24 Technically Brilliant Watches: the Ferdinand Berthoud Naissance d’une Montre 3
Dec 12, 2025
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The Revolutionary List – 24 Technically Brilliant Watches: the Ferdinand Berthoud Naissance d’une Montre 3
Auctions
Headlines and Takeaways from Geneva Fall Auctions
Nov 14, 2025
Auctions
Headlines and Takeaways from Geneva Fall Auctions
Watch Fairs
Introducing the Naissance d’une Montre 3 by Ferdinand Berthoud
Sep 4, 2025
Watch Fairs
Introducing the Naissance d’une Montre 3 by Ferdinand Berthoud
News
Ferdinand Berthoud Celebrates Sincere Fine Watches’ 70th Anniversary with the Chronomètre FB 1RES.3 Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition
Nov 14, 2024
News
Ferdinand Berthoud Celebrates Sincere Fine Watches’ 70th Anniversary with the Chronomètre FB 1RES.3 Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition
The complicated chronometry of Ferdinand Berthoud
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The complicated chronometry of Ferdinand Berthoud
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