Horlyne has developed in La Chaux-de-Fonds in close connection with the high-end watchmaking industry, by meeting its requirements of quality and creativity. Over the years, the company has become a leader in the manufacture of high-end oscillating weights by mastering the manufacturing process from A to Z, thanks to the integration of three trades that bring a precious character, an aesthetic that carries ancient know-how, and innovative ideas: guilloché, gem-setting and engraving.
Horlyne joins the prestigious Homo Faber Guide of the Michelangelo Foundation, an initiative dedicated to the preservation of artisan skills. This recognition honors our commitment to excellence and the transmission of crafts such as gem-setting, guillochage and manual metal decoration.
The shaft of the Horlyne H unfurls in an elegantly mastered movement to suggest all the technicality and elegance of the art of watchmaking. anchored in the present, Horlyne purifies its design while accentuating its three core values: the rigor of industry, the expertise of demanding watchmaking professions and craftsmanship, to convey passion and authenticity.
Horlyne celebrates its 45th anniversary
May 2022 - Acrotec and Horlyne decide to join forces to better respond to the market and sustain the company's activities in the long term. The integration of Horlyne strengthens Acrotec's watchmaking division and expands its core competencies while Acrotec provides the support and stability needed to expand Horlyne's capabilities.
September 2022 - In order to ensure the succession of Mr. Raymond Leitenberg, Mr. Zian Kighelman is hired as CEO
Horlyne takes part in TWS
Acquisition of an OGP flatness control system
First RJC CoP certification
Horlyne celebrates its 40th anniversary with employees at a day event in Lucerne
Integration of fine stone marquetry on the mass and dial
Acquisition of the first Femto Laser
Horlyne's 35th anniversary, outing to Burgundy organized with employees
Development of the finishing workshop (côte de genève, colimaconnage, satin finishing, polishing, sandblasting, etc.)
Creation of a workshop dedicated solely to visiting and control
Development of the manufacture of oscillating masses in precious metals
Horlyne's first participation in the EPHJ trade fair, which was held in Lausanne at the time
René Schmidlin SA taken over 100% by Raymond Leitenberg, the company changed its name to Horlyne SA in May 2005.
High volume development of steel crimping
Start-up of the guilloche workshop
Registration of 2 master punches
Larger scale development in the manufacture of precious metal watch cases
May 1999- Creation of René Schmidlin SA with René Schmidlin and Raymond Leitenberg as 50/50 shareholders
Purchase of a guilloche workshop
Acquisition of the first Willemin-Macodel machines
Purchase and development of a diamond sorting machine
Creation of a private label for the manufacture of high-end watches
July 1992: Raymond Leitenberg's debut at René Schmidlin
Integration of movement skeletonization and gold case manufacturing
Start of René Schmidlin