FHH Watch Specialist Test
CHF 385.00

FHH Watch Specialists have acquired a sound understanding of the culture of watchmaking.
They have extensive know-how and a fundamental grasp on how a watch works and are able to enrich their discussions with anecdotes about brands, as well as knowledge of certain complications.
They can share their personal interest in the field and they are able to converse fluently on the four knowledge areas tested.
4 themes, 120 questions
Technical Knowledge
The questions concern the mechanism of a watch, the functioning of a movement, the function of the different components and the main horological complications.
45 questions
Market Players
Focus on the brands and products that make up the world of watchmaking, as well as the economic environment of the industry.
38 questions
Materials and Finishes
Focus on materials used in watchmaking such as gold, stainless steel, nickel silver, silicon, or Superluminova.
22 questions
Culture and History
The questions test your knowledge of the main points of watchmaking history: key dates, major innovations, precursors…
15 questions
The FHH Watch Specialist Certificate is awarded to candidates who score a total of 75% overall with no minimum score per theme required.
Rating System
Knowledge Axes | Amount of questions to process | Score to obtain |
---|---|---|
Technique | 45 | Do not require a minimum score in each knowledge axis |
Market players | 38 | |
Materials | 22 | |
History and Culture | 15 | |
Total | 120 | 75% |
This single fee includes:
- A practice test
- A recommended reading list to help prepare for the exam
- Digital content (e-learning app)
- One exam session
Watch Essentials App

Test your knowledge by playing! the fun application to learn all the basics of watchmaking and its market.
Have you ever dreamed of discovering the secret workings of a Fine Watchmaking watch? It’s possible with Watch Essentials, the new must-have app for watch enthusiasts! Let yourself be guided through the world of watchmaking and learn about the manufacture, decoration and even the history of watches in order to become a true watchmaking expert. Each time you pass a level, you’ll advance to a higher level, and you’ll even be able to create your own virtual watch!
Watch Essentials Video Series

The Watch Essentials Video Series online training course is composed of 9 chapters during which you will immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Fine Watchmaking. During the course, you will meet watchmakers, historians and specialists who will passionately share with you the codes and keys to taking your knowledge to the next level!
Let yourself be carried away on a journey to the heart of the makers of time.
Watch Essentials Video Series et FHH Certification

The Watch Essentials Video Series online training course is composed of 9 chapters during which you will immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Fine Watchmaking. During the course, you will meet watchmakers, historians and specialists who will passionately share with you the codes and keys to taking your knowledge to the next level!
Let yourself be carried away on a journey to the heart of the makers of time.
Your knowledge can be tested afterwards thanks to FHH Certification
FAQ
No, the format is digital. The test can be taken from any place. An excellent internet connexion is required.
No, no training is included. It is a self-studying format.
Tools are given to the participants upon registration (access to the practice test, reading list, apps)
The videos are in French and can be voiced over in English and German.
The videos are subtitled in: Arabic, Mandarin, Cantonese, English, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean and Spanish
The results of the test are published 5 days after it took place.
You will receive a PDF version by email between 15 and 20 days after, it is indicated in this email that a paper version can also be sent upon request.
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