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Lecoultre Freres of Geneva
By Bob Loesch

Hi Vickie.  The French word "Freres" means "brothers", so the name
means LeCoultre Brothers of Geneva.  I don't know how many brothers
there were, nor how long they have been in their various businesses,
but LeCoultre was and is a respected name in clockmaking, and has been
for many years.  They are known for many very high-end clock models,
including the "Atmos" which is probably the ultimate "anniversary
clock".

They also manufactured high-grade watches.  I have no other information
about the company, but I believe they are still in business.

Bob Loesch, former clock repairman

 [ At http://www.mbsi.org/manufacturers.php#L :
 [   Lecoultre Frères. Geneva, Switzerland. Made fine-quality cylinder
 [ music boxes, circa 1812-1885. Various family members and associates
 [ produced cylinder boxes under their own names in several locations
 [ in Switzerland during this period.
 [
 [ -- Robbie



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