PRIM hodinky - výrobce luxusních a vysoce ceněných hodinek PRIM. Hodinky Prim jsou tradiční českou značkou jejichž výroba momentálně probíhá ve Frýdku-Místku. Všechna licenční práva ke značce PRIM zakoupila v roce 2001 společnost MPM-QUALITY v.o.s., která je v oblasti výroby hodinek také držitelem certifikátu „Czech Made“.

Za začátek průmyslové hodinářské výroby u nás lze považovat rok 1946, kdy byl v Liberci zřízen podnik Chronotechna. O dva roky později byl založen národní podnik Chronotechna se sídlem ve Šternberku.

Plán na perspektivní výrobu náramkových hodinek vznikl již v roce 1948, avšak k jeho realizaci došlo až v letech padesátých. Práce na prvním modelu byly zahájeny v první polovině roku 1952. Měl 15 rubínových kamenů, kotvový krok a samokompenzační vlásek. Již roku 1954 bylo vyrobeno pět prototypů. Jejich zkoušky dopadly na výbornou, a tak byla v lednu 1957 zahájena sériová výroba. Tehdejší Československo se tak začlenilo mezi pouhý tucet států světa schopných vyrobit náramkové hodinky. Hodinářství mělo i v té době výjimečné postavení v rámci ostatních průmyslových odvětvích. Složitý hodinkový strojek se již v té době sestával z více než stovky součástí, jejichž rozměry se určovaly na desetiny a setiny milimetru. Následujícího roku se i pro náramkové hodinky začala používat stejná značka, jakou Chronotechna již dříve dala budíkům a nástěnným hodinám - PRIM.

Po roce 1989 byl národní podnik Chronotechna privatizován. Naše společnost zabývající se výrobou a distribucí hodinek již 16 let, zakoupila v roce 2001 ochrannou známku PRIM, registrovanou na Úřadu Průmyslového Vlastnictví v Praze. Po době, kdy na konci 90. let byla ukončena výroba těchto hodinek, jsme navázali na tradici původní české značky. Postupně jsme téměř zapomenutou značku opět uvedli v život. Vyrábíme dostupné a kvalitní hodinky pro běžné nošení i společenské příležitosti, jako tomu bylo dlouhá léta v minulosti. Ve spolupráci s vynikajícími českými designéry a odborníky vznikají nové kolekce hodinek, jak v moderním designu, tak i retro kolekce za využití nových technologií a materiálů. Naše modely „PRIMEK“ jsou navrhovány, kompletovány a testovány v České republice. Kvalita našich hodinek je dnes na špičkové úrovni, proto jsme v roce 2010, po předchozích náročných testech, získali certifikát kvality „CZECH MADE“.

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PRIM TOURBILLON COMENIUS

The luxury PRIM Tourbillon COMENIUS watch is a special limited edition series produced in honour of the world-renowned Czech teacher and scholar Jan Amos Comenius. Comenius is one of the most widely respected Czech historical figures, although during his lifetime – in the 17th century – he had to overcome many obstacles. Nevertheless, he remained true to his vision and implemented a wide range of educational reforms which have stood the test of time. Comenius lived in turbulent times, and he strove to bring reconciliation among various warring factions.

The PRIM Tourbillon COMENIUS is the first watch in the history of the PRIM brand to use a mechanical movement with a complication known as a ‘flying tourbillon’. This method, invented by the French watchmaker A. L. Breguet, has been known since 1795. It involves mounting the balance wheel in a rotating cage. One rotation lasts one minute, so throughout the cycle the balance wheel is always in a different position with regard to the Earth’s gravitational pull. This method makes the watch run more accurately; gravity is one of the factors influencing the balance wheel and thus affecting the accuracy of the movement. This complication requires exceptional technical precision, so it is installed only by a select few global watchmakers. The movement in the PRIM Tourbillon T.G.M. consists of 179 components, some of which can only be viewed clearly under a microscope. The watch also displays the phase of the moon and indicates the date by means of a separate hand on the dial. The copper dial features an embossed surface with twelve inset diamonds. The dial also has an opening through which the tourbillon and the movement can be viewed.

The watch case is made of 316L stainless steel – a material frequently used in the production of high-quality jewellery and surgical instruments. The steel is precision-milled using modern CNC machinery and then polished to a smooth, mirror-like shine.

COMENIUS GOLD

The case of the PRIM Tourbillon COMENIUS is gold-plated using the IPG method – a technique only recently applied to the craft of watchmaking. This method gives a gold plate that is several times tougher than previously used methods.

The back of the case is fashioned from 316L stainless steel with a small mineral glass window. It displays the name of the watch, its serial number, the materials used for the case and the crystal, and the water resistance rating. The PRIM Tourbillon T.G.M. is water resistant up to 3 ATM, providing ample protection for everyday use. Each watch is individually tested in a vacuum chamber and a pressure chamber.

This model also features a convex crystal made of synthetic sapphire, a material which provides unmatchable resistance against scratches and damage. On the Mohs scale of mineral hardness this sapphire (corundum) reaches level 9, just one degree below diamond. The convex shape highlights the beautiful detailing of the dial and improves readability.

The watch strap is fashioned from high-quality leather and features a double clasp known as a butterfly. The clasp is 316L stainless steel, finished using the IPG method. It consists of three interlocking components. The strap and the clasp are firmly connected to each other so that the watch must be slipped off around the hand when the clasp is undone. Thanks to this system, the watch cannot accidentally fall off the wrist.

When assembled and completed, the watch is subjected to stringent quality tests for visual appearance, water resistance and accuracy. Only then is the watch ready to be shipped and sold. The exclusive Tourbillon T.G.M. comes in a luxurious wooden box which also holds its international certification.

COMENIUS SILVER

This model features a convex crystal made of synthetic sapphire, a material which provides unmatchable resistance against scratches and damage. On the Mohs scale of mineral hardness this sapphire (corundum) reaches level 9, just one degree below diamond. The convex shape highlights the beautiful detailing of the dial and improves readability.

The back of the case is fashioned from 316L stainless steel with a small mineral glass window. It displays the name of the watch, its serial number, the materials used for the case and the crystal, and the water resistance rating. The PRIM Tourbillon T.G.M. is water resistant up to 3 ATM, providing ample protection for everyday use. Each watch is individually tested in a vacuum chamber and a pressure chamber.

The watch strap is fashioned from high-quality leather and features a double clasp known as a butterfly. The clasp is 316L stainless steel, finished using the IPG method. It consists of three interlocking components. The strap and the clasp are firmly connected to each other so that the watch must be slipped off around the hand when the clasp is undone. Thanks to this system, the watch cannot accidentally fall off the wrist.

When assembled and completed, the watch is subjected to stringent quality tests for visual appearance, water resistance and accuracy. Only then is the watch ready to be shipped and sold. The exclusive Tourbillon T.G.M. comes in a luxurious wooden box which also holds its international certification.