Independent watchmaker Peter Speake-Marin is an AHCI member and well-known among cognoscenti for his Piccadilly collection of exquisite watches.
Before starting his own brand, Peter worked at Renaud et Papi, the technical whizzes behind many of the most spectacular innovations in horology. Prior to that, Peter oversaw the antique watch department at Somlo Antiques in the Piccadilly Arcade in London’s West End. Here, he was involved in the repair and renovation of watches by many of the old masters, such as Graham and Dent.
His watchmaking capabilities aside, Peter is known to all as a perfect gentleman. He currently lives in Rolle, Switzerland.
Peter is a regular columnist with Luxury Insider. View his horological masterpieces at www.thewatchworkshop.com/
Articles
- Pushing the Boat Out: Realizing the Dream - Published in March 2007
- The Future of Watchmaking - Published in Issue III of 2006
- Golden Moments - Published in Issue II of 2006
- Passion for Passion - Published in Pilot Issue
