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Here at Maison Alcée, we pay attention to every detail to ensure you enjoy an exclusive horological experience. As part of that, we’re keen to provide our support to you throughout the assembly of your timepiece. 

Maison Alcée performs a lantern test on each of its timepieces.


‘mise en lanterne’ inspection

Maison Alcée applies a painstaking inspection process to each of its timepieces known as mise en lanterne: that’s how our expert horologists ensure that each timepiece achieves the highest possible levels of precision.

Our experts start by assembling each desk clock to make sure it works properly and is free from any flaws, scratches or impacts that could have escaped detection during previous inspections.

Our experts start by assembling each desk clock to make sure it works properly and is free from any flaws, scratches or impacts that could have escaped detection during previous inspections.

Once assembly has been verified, our experts set the timepiece to the correct time and carefully adjust the rate as required. Various measurements are then performed to check the amplitude, workings and settings of the regulating organ. As part of this process, the timepiece is positioned vertically for seven days, followed by another seven days in the horizontal position.

If a component is found to be defective or not up to standard, it is immediately replaced by our experts, thus ensuring that each desk clock leaves our workshop boasting top performance and maximum longevity.

Once the process is complete, your timepiece is carefully dismantled and placed in its presentation box, featuring a noble wood veneer finish.

Maison Alcée’s mise en lanterne is in fact much more than an inspection: it pays tribute to the art of watchmaking – and enshrines our commitment to producing exceptional timepieces.

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If a component is found to be defective or not up to standard, it is immediately replaced by our experts, thus ensuring that each desk clock leaves our workshop boasting top performance and maximum longevity.

Once the process is complete, your timepiece is carefully dismantled and placed in its presentation box, featuring a noble wood veneer finish.

Maison Alcée’s mise en lanterne is in fact much more than an inspection: it pays tribute to the art of watchmaking – and enshrines our commitment to producing exceptional timepieces.

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Our own private group

When you receive your presentation box, we arrange for our watchmaking team to set up a private discussion group with you, granting you access to your very own WhatsApp group where you can find answers to any questions you have during assembly of your timepiece.

It’s all part of our quest to give you bespoke, full-scope assistance, providing you with a space where you can find solutions to any difficulties you may encounter by chatting to our supportive experts.

Whether you’re a complete newbie or already experienced, you’ll benefit from a mine of invaluable information and answers to even the most detailed of questions. As soon as you take delivery of your presentation box, we invite you to log in to your personal watchmaking apprentice space to enjoy exclusive content designed just for you.

Whether you’re a complete newbie or already experienced, you’ll benefit from a mine of invaluable information and answers to even the most detailed of questions. As soon as you take delivery of your presentation box, we invite you to log in to your personal watchmaking apprentice space to enjoy exclusive content designed just for you.

Your journey into watchmaking expertise will continue well beyond the assembly of your own timepiece, so we’re committed to staying by your side over the long term.

Your journey into watchmaking expertise will continue well beyond the assembly of your own timepiece, so we’re committed to staying by your side over the long term.

Whenever you send us a message, we’ll be there to answer you with just as much enthusiasm and commitment as on day one – even five or ten years from now.

Your success and your satisfaction are absolute priorities for us; we’ll do everything in our power to provide you with top-notch support, today and in the years to come.

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A lovingly-compiled resource

At the heart of your horological adventure, designed just for you, is our apprentice watchmaker’s guide for you to keep by your side every step of the way. Its pages are packed with knowhow, practical advice and captivating photographs immersing you in the world of watchmaking.

We also offer you the opportunity to view videos for further guidance as you assemble your timepiece. These invaluable accompaniments to the book give you a visual overview and practical demonstrations to help you throughout the assembly process.

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“Without a doubt, the book is the cornerstone of the whole undertaking. It provides excellent step-by-step assembly details featuring a highly educational approach, but it’s far much more than a mere instruction manual.”

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You will of course be the custodian of your timepiece. Taking proper care of your Persée’s precious workings means that a few years from now, it may need some surface cleaning or a drop of oil.
Maison Alcée will be more than happy to give you personal support, guiding you throughout your horological adventure.

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