Schauer Chronograph Kulisse Edition 12

The chronograph in its purest possible form

The Schauer Kulisse Edition 12 model is based on the Kulisse 10 model and is a more ornate version of it with subtle evolutionary changes and detailed improvements that connoisseurs will appreciate. The dial of the watch is more decorative, and for example, the chronograph subdials, thanks to the applied silver rings and recesses, stand out more on the dial. Thanks to the beveled edges of the bezel, the watch has a smoother impression, yet it still retains its typical technical and clean style for Schauer.

Inside, the Valjoux 7753 is again at work, in a decorated version with a higher level of detail. Edition 12 was produced in small series, sometimes only in dozens of pieces, and it is this limited availability that makes the model an attractive collector's item. It is intended for customers who appreciate an unconventional combination of traditional craftsmanship and an individual approach, but at the same time are looking for something less flamboyant and more subtle than Edition 10. These watches will appeal to those who want to own a truly distinctive chronograph that no one else in their vicinity will have, and at the same time appreciate precise German craftsmanship and timeless design.

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Who is Jörg Schauer

Jörg Schauer is one of the most prominent figures in contemporary German independent watchmaking. Born in 1968, he began his professional career as a goldsmith and watchmaker, focusing from the outset on precision, detail, and quality of craftsmanship. In the 1980s, he trained in traditional watchmaking and soon after began working as an independent case manufacturer for various German and Swiss brands. It was precisely his mastery of case production that later became one of his main hallmarks.

In the early 1990s, he decided to strike out on his own, founding the brand bearing his name – Schauer – in 1990. Initially, he produced watches in very small series, often only in dozens of pieces, emphasizing handcraftsmanship and an individual approach to each model. His goal was not to compete with large manufacturers but to offer something that was lacking in German watchmaking at the time – modern, technically precise watches with a clear visual identity. His steel cases with twelve screws in the bezel, excellent dial legibility, and a combination of "tool" character with subtle aesthetics soon became his distinctive features.

Thanks to his approach, Schauer quickly gained recognition among collectors across Europe. Each piece bore his personal signature – not only as a designer but also as a person genuinely involved in the production. All production was limited to roughly a few hundred watches per year, which gave the brand exclusivity. In the late 1990s, Jörg Schauer also acquired the well-known brand Stowa, expanding his reach and contributing to the renaissance of classic German pilot watches. However, he never abandoned his own Schauer brand, which he kept as a personal creative platform.

The beginnings of the Schauer brand are thus based on authentic watchmaking craftsmanship, the courage to forge its own path, and a clearly defined design language. All of this has made it a respected player in the segment of independent manufacturers, which still appeals to connoisseurs seeking authenticity, not mass production.

Thanks to the sale of the Stowa brand, Jörg now has the time and space to devote himself to his creative projects under the Schauer brand again.

INFINITY Watches are, in addition to possible direct purchase from Jörg, the only official sales channel for Schauer watches.