Watch Marketing And Maintenance » Geneva Seal

An unfinished movement looks ordinary. A beautifully finished one is a work of art. This guide covers the three grades of movement finishing, the eight key patterns, and what the Geneva Seal standard demands.

The Qualité Fleurier (QF) certification, established in 2004 by Chopard, Bovet and Parmigiani, is one of Switzerland's most rigorous whole-watch quality standards — covering precision, movement finishing, and real-world wear simulation.

The final part of our Geneva Seal series — Rules 10 to 12: shock protection, winding system polishing standards, and the strict requirements for movement springs.