The two met in Geneva on a Sunday morning. They bonded instantly over their shared passion for craftsmanship. Within just 30 minutes, they struck a deal that saved the brand. Scheufele didn't just buy a factory; he committed to restoring the Chopard name to its former glory while keeping the family-owned spirit alive. Iconic Innovations
(1976) : Inspired by waterfalls in the Black Forest, designer Ronald Kurowski created diamonds that could "dance" freely between sapphire crystals. The Happy Clown Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Chopard
In 1860, 24-year-old Louis-Ulysse Chopard, the son of a beekeeper, founded his workshop in Sonvilier, Switzerland. While most local farmers spent winters making parts for others, Chopard realized he could earn more by crafting finished, ultra-thin pocket watches. His reputation for precision grew so rapidly that he became a supplier for the Swiss Railway Company and even won over Tsar Nicholas II of Russia. The 30-Minute Handshake The two met in Geneva on a Sunday morning