Ulysse-Nardin has just acquired Le Locle-based enamel dial specialist Donze Cadrans SA in its entirety from Francine and Michel Vermot, who are retiring. Under the late Rolf Schnyder has always had enamel dial watches in its catalogue since the eighties, not just at the high-end but also more affordable watches like the San Marco. Mr Vermot was one of its key suppliers from the beginning; Mr Schnyder often mentioned Mr Vermot in interviews. But being one of the few companies able to make enamel dials in meaningful quantities, Donzé Cadrans SA supplies not just but many other brands. – SJX

Enamel dial of Ulysse-Nardin San Marco