In order to maintain a production of quality and precision, L'Epee continues to use the methods of traditional horology, combined with modern advances in production technology.
Machining
Every component (except the escapement) is manufactured in house in a high tech machine shop, using the original methods of manufacture, combined with the latest C.N.C. technology. Turning, gear cutting, burnishing, leaf polishing and milling are some of the many techniques used.
Polishing
One of the most important stages in production of the clocks is the hand polishing of each of the movement components and case parts, to ensure perfection is achieved.
Gilding
All the brass movement and case components are gilded, to protect the working parts and the case for many years.Assembly
Each clock is meticulously assembled by master clockmakers, who are highly skilled in their crafts. Each working process is controlled to ensure that the product is in perfect working order.
Each assembled piece is then subject to stringent technical controls, with every movement being bench tested for eight days. A further test is then conducted once the final assembly has been made; ensuring that quality and precision are maintained in each timepiece.