18 – 22 May 2026 – Chronograph course – English and Dutch

Designed for watchmakers and professionals ready to move beyond hand-wound movements, this intensive 5-day Chronograph course combines in-depth theory with structured practical work on mechanical chronograph movements.

Participants will develop a solid understanding of chronograph history, functions, and mechanical principles, while gaining hands-on experience in disassembly, fault diagnosis, reassembly, lubrication, and regulation of a chronograph movement.

Course content includes:

• Terminology and history of the chronograph

• Types of chronographs: monopusher, double pusher, flyback, split-seconds (rattrapante), and foudroyante

• Scales and displays: tachymeter, telemeter, pulsometer, and related indications

• Mechanical principles:

  • Command systems (column wheel vs. cam)

  • Clutch types (lateral vs. vertical)

  • Integrated vs. modular chronograph construction

• Practical workshop sessions covering:

  • Complete chronograph movement disassembly

  • Functional analysis and fault finding

  • Correct reassembly procedures

  • Lubrication points and techniques specific to chronographs

  • Regulation and performance checks

• Iconic chronographs and their technical significance and market positioning

This course is aimed at enthusiasts, retailers, and watch professionals who seek a structured balance of theory and hands-on practice, with an emphasis on understanding chronograph architecture, function, and adjustment rather than advanced component-level repair.

Week planning

The course will spend 20% on theory, 80% bench work. Typically the day starts with a review of the previous day, the theory of the day and then the planning of the day. The rest of the day will be spent behind the benches.

This Course runs from 09.30 – 17.00 every day. Coffee, stroopwafels and lunch are included in the training.

Certification: After completion of the course, participants will receive the Chronoglide Chronograph participation certificate.

Course Level: From medium advanced  to Advanced.

Course materials:
Students will receive the Chronograph student manual.

Number of participants: Min. 5 – Max. 9

Language:  This course will be taught in both English and Dutch.

Duration of the course: 5 days. Monday through Friday, 09.30 – 17.00

Target audience: This training is for more advanced watchmakers to improve their skills. Spend 5 days in our fully outfitted workshop, under the guidance of experienced instructors, and work on projects that will challenge your level.

Method of delivery: This course is a workshop/classroom format only.

Instructors: Kalle Slaap will be the lead instructor and there will be at least one other instructor available during the practical sessions.

Pre-requisites: Student needs to have watchmakers skills already.

Terms & Conditions: Students accept the Chronoglide Terms & Conditions by booking the course, for all Terms & Conditions, click here.