Owners of Ventura Watches have a support center.
For the owner of a valuable timepiece, a well functioning after sale service is of utmost importance.
With the disappearance of the brand from the market, the collectors value of the Ventura watches is steadily increasing.
The continued existence of the international Repair- and Service Center of Preciluxe Europe GmbH (formerly Ventura Europe) in Wurzburg, Germany is therefore good news to Ventura-owners all over the world.
Preciluxe's own master watchmaker Ralf Goldammer is most likely the only remaining professional with a complete and competent knowledge of all Ventura timepieces and versions. He and his team help collectors from all over the world to keep their precious watches in their original running condition. With a well-assorted inventory of factory-fresh spare parts, Preciluxe is usually able to bring a damaged Ventura watch back to its former beauty. Since recently, all original straps and bands are again available.
Preciluxe has furthermore gathered all remaining factory-new Ventura timepieces on the market; these watches are sold at a special price and come with an international, 2-year factory warranty. (See an updated listing on this site)
The desk of Sophie Mentzel, managing director of Preciluxe, has become a worldwide intelligence center for all matters Ventura.
With the disappearance of the brand from the market, the collectors value of the Ventura watches is steadily increasing.
The continued existence of the international Repair- and Service Center of Preciluxe Europe GmbH (formerly Ventura Europe) in Wurzburg, Germany is therefore good news to Ventura-owners all over the world.
Preciluxe's own master watchmaker Ralf Goldammer is most likely the only remaining professional with a complete and competent knowledge of all Ventura timepieces and versions. He and his team help collectors from all over the world to keep their precious watches in their original running condition. With a well-assorted inventory of factory-fresh spare parts, Preciluxe is usually able to bring a damaged Ventura watch back to its former beauty. Since recently, all original straps and bands are again available.
Preciluxe has furthermore gathered all remaining factory-new Ventura timepieces on the market; these watches are sold at a special price and come with an international, 2-year factory warranty. (See an updated listing on this site)
The desk of Sophie Mentzel, managing director of Preciluxe, has become a worldwide intelligence center for all matters Ventura.
Contact AddressSupported by Preciluxe, seasoned Swiss watchmaker Jacques Reymond provides repair service for Ventura-owners in the USA and Canada; his address:
Preciluxe Europe GmbH
Ludwigstrasse 23 1/2
D-97070 Würzburg
Tel. +49 (0)931 452 6800 I info@preciluxe.com I www.preciluxe.com
Swisservice Inc.
1774 East Herbert Avenue
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
Tel. (801) 582 0731, Email: swissjacques@msn.com
Bravo, Pierre! Ventura is an extraordinary brand, and must continue. My lifelong addiction to quality and incomparable design depends upon it.
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Best wishes for every success in the renaissance of Ventura
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10 years ago i came to your office as a israeli designer - i hope you remember me since than i looked on your site, i was shocked when i andrestood that ventura wes closed
i am wishing you agood good luck
tzachi nevo
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The Ventura mechanical line, is unparalleled in design. I constantly watch auction sites for them. I hope they bring back the mechanical line. I currently own six Venturas.
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Hello Pierre,
I happen to own 6 Ventura watches. I completely agree that Ventura needs to exist.
Please let me know in any way that I can help because it wouldn´t be fair that such a great spirit in the watch world disappears.
I happen to be partners in a well renowned branding, design and web consulting company and I would be willing to help in any way I can.
Cheers!
Jorge Romo
Proud owner of Ventura Watches
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I OWN A WONDERFUL V-MATIC CHRONOGRAPH; WITH HOPE OF AQUIRING V-MATIC MEN'S OR UNISEX SIZE WITH CIRCULAR SLIDE RULE BEZEL! I WISH YOU THE VERY BEST IN YOUR REORGANIZATION! GODSPEED!
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dear pierre, such sad news, i will miss the nice times spent and the many great ideas and concepts that you spoke of.
sincerley,
nicholas alan
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My very best wishes to you Mr. Nobs.
It was Ventura's unique vision, which actually turned me into a serious watch collector. I'm now fortunate to have recently amassed a nice collection of Ventura pieces which I acquired from your best authorized dealers. I'll be especially proud to wear and pass on these modern works of art as among my crown horological jewels. Thanks for the inspiration and for creating timepieces that allow the male species to wear something ultra stylish and modern, yet very masculine and classical as well.
My best wishes,
Stephan
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My very best wishes to you Mr. Nobs.
It was Ventura's unique vision, which actually turned me into a serious watch collector. I'm now fortunate to have recently amassed a nice collection of Ventura pieces which I acquired from your best authorized dealers. I'll be especially proud to wear and pass on these modern works of art as among my crown horological jewels. Thanks for the inspiration and for creating timepieces that allow the male species to wear something ultra stylish and modern, yet very masculine and classical as well.
My best wishes,
Stephan
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I am truly sorry to hear about Ventura, I own one of your watches and I believe it to be an excellent watch in both design and function. It is also one of the best looking watches I have ever owned. Thank you for your vision. I will always keep my wacth.
Nino Arzon
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I will miss the mechanical watches. I own 4 of these works of art. I hope Hannes Wettstein can work his magic of design with another company, if Ventura cannot come back.
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Dear Mr. Nobs,
Of all the watches I have seen or been fortunate to wear, Ventura is absolutely the best. I own two models, VM19.01T and VM3.02S. They are gorgeous.
Thank you for your vision, and wishing you the best in your next venture. All of your fans will be waiting....
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Hi there , I am thinking of buying the VM19.01T model v-mativ chrono - I see that you own one - do you know if the diameter of the case only ( without winder & push buttons )is 43m - some people say its 38m - is confusing me
Best Donald Torrance
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There was no other company like ventura, that occupied that market space which now lies vacant. I own 2 venturas, and would own more if I could.
Unlike most of the ventura supporters on the watch enthusiast forums, I enjoyed and encouraged ventura's offering of high-quality quartz watches, particularly the v-tronic analog dial models. It took a lot of courage to offer a high-end quartz watch without justifying it with a mechanical movement.
Please consider reentering the market, and thank you for an amazing product.
Alex P
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I own a ventura v-matic and it is by far my favorite watch. I wonder if there is any way I can now obtain a Buffalo strap for it. I'd been meaning to purchase an extra one for awhile but kept putting it off. Now the strap has come off and there's no way to get another one!
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I consider myself lucky to have acquired 2 pieces recently from your mechanical line. I have a total of 3 now which comprises my entire collection. Ventura's design was a primary factor for drawing me into watches and horology. Good luck with your new endeavors. I can't wait to see them.
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Where can the products still be purchased besides eBay/watch forums? Ventura's Ti Chronos (analog) were nothing short of amazing. I have yet to ever see such clean, beautiful designs produced in Titanium. It is a sad day to see these out of production
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Does anyone have the instruction manual for the Ventura Sparc px W11? I just bought a NOS, but doesn't come with papers. Please write or send info to me at bpbp@aol.com Thanks and Happy Holidays!
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Sad news indeed. I am a modest but unconditional fan owning two mechanical Venturas. Never have I desired any other watch so dearly. No design approaches yours. I wish such a unique project could continue.
Are there any explanations on why the company got into trouble? I feel so abandonned without an knowing the end of the story...
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Pierre, first let me say thank you for your contributions to our community. I can appreciate your need to take time and distance from this debacle, but I hope you will return to us refreshed and with even greater creations. I thoroughly enjoy my V-Tec Alpha and look forward to collecting and wearing many other Ventura models as well as any future creations. Best Regards, Paul
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I was very sorry to see that the Ventura brand has gone away. I was afraid of this when the website went down. In hindsight, you can see the events that lead to this - namely the conversion from architectural mechanical timepieces to a more streamlined but plain-looking digital version. There are those that would say the change was needed. I say that it was this single act that ultimately was Ventura's undoing. You can blame the new ownership for that.
Where can we buy new "old stock" models that remained in Ventura's inventory?
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Ventura was awesome. The v-tec kappa, zeta and the vtech mgs from the sigma colection are works of art. Best of luck with Ventura renassaince and then when that happens, you ought to make the first two above mentioned models, 'automatic'. keep them the same but automatic. Trust me, then you will be selling watches like a mother f. I mean, like if there's no tomorrow. All the best, GAbriel.
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I too wonder if there are any "clearance" watches that might be for sale. I wrote about the buffalo strap above and have been able to secure one, but sadly I dropped my v-matic and now two hour markers have fallen off. I have yet to inquire about getting it fixed (nor do i know where to do that) but think it might be cheaper/easier to find another v-matic on clearance. I remember for a week or so, ventura themselves had the v-matic with titanium bracelet on clearance for ~$500. My how I wish I purchased one while I had the chance!
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Hi Pierre,
I am the worlds greatest Ventura Watch fan and have collected 8 of the watches over the past 10 years. In fact, I devoted myself to the brand about 7 years ago and swore I would only own Ventura Watches, which in fact is still the case. Was very sad to hear of Hannes's Wettstein's death. I will cherish each of my pieces for all my living days and will never ever own another brand. Two of them are in repair with Jacques right now. I only hope that he has enough parts (particularly the crown which breaks on V-matic about once a year, and small leather wristband which needs to be replaced about every 6 months on my wifes v-matic) to last for years to come. Wishing everyone the best.
Marc
The Worlds Biggest Ventura Watch Fan
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Ventura is awesome just bought the last Delta in Amsterdam, no more left. Is there any chance to get the v-matic???
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Pierre --
I, too, must mention that my Ventura was the first "nice", mechanical watch I ever purchased. I followed that with another, one of the first digitals, and one of the ladies' small watches -- the ones that subsequently went on special -- for my wife.
You were very kind to reply to an email I sent way back when I originally purchased my first watch, in fact, and I was very sad to read of Ventura's demise.
But your accomplishments will always remain, and those of us who treasure your products salute you for them. Thank you for making our lives a bit more timely -- in a stylish way.
Best of luck in whatever future ventures you decide to take on.
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David, yes I remember you....many thanks for the kind words.
Pierre
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Dear Pierre,
My name is Eyal Barzilay from Israel, I wonder if you remember me – I wrote to you back in 1998 as to how I may purchase your watches in Israel, you were very kind to send me over a catalog and to refer me to your representative 'Kashi'.
I have ended up buying initially the v-logic and afterwords the v-matic loga titanium both of with of outstanding design.
I wish you all the best and I am looking forward to your return to manufacturing outstanding watches.
Best wishes,
Eyal
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Mr. Nobs,
I want to let you know that I have always enjoyed the style and technology behind Ventura Watches. I was sorry to hear about the circumstances surrounding your company. I own one of your watches, and I hope that you will find another outlet for your creative and technological sensibilities. I wish you continued strength and luck in your next endeavor.
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I am sending my W10T to Utah for service. I am genuinely disappointed the company is bankrupt. I treasure my watch for both its design and the fact it was a 65th birthday gift from my spouse you saw me admiring it in a store in Beverly Hills, CA. I wish to thank you for the information and you apparent candor. I hope you are able to bring the line back in some way that recognizes the uniqueness of the product line.
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Dear Mr. Nobs,
I'm sorry to hear that Ventura is no longer in business. I am fortunate that I own a V-tec Alpha and Spark FX. I love your watches and your design. I consider them an Art Work more than a watch. You've done an excellent job. I sincerely wish that you would be back to the industry in the near future. Your talent and hard work would always be remembered. All the Best.
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Dear Mr. Nobs,
My name is Katie and I lived in Hong Kong. I am proud to own a Ventura watch. The designs are great and the quality is very good. Also, it is so different from other brands which majority of the money are spent on advertising. I really appreicate your design efforts on making such great watches.
I feel so upset that Ventura is dead. I hope that I will be able to see new watches from you. If you do, please let me know. It is really difficult to find watches with good designs at good price.
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I have collected several watches throughout a period of 40 years. About 10 years ago I was introduced to the Ventura watch V-tronic. The quality and innovative design is superb. I am sorry to hear about the demise of the Ventura watch brand. I sincerely hope that sometime in the future we will see the reemergence of this great line of watches. I am fortunate to own my V-tronic watch and will continue to treasure it. I wish you the best and encourage you to consider the rebirth of this great watch.
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Check out ebay as an Ex-distributor of Ventura is selling brand new mechanical models for good prices. Just bought one.
Mr. Nobs, hope God gives you the energy and courage to revive one of the best watch brands of all time.
Daniel
Thank you Daniel....and enjoy your new Ventura, hoping that the dealer you purchased it from has kept it well oiled over all these years he kept it on stock, (Ventura delivered the last mechanicals in 2004) and that he re-adjusted it before selling it to you; Pierre
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My first knowledge of Ventura watches was when I kept receiving phone calls asking for Ventura watches, since I happen to share my surname Ventura with the brand's name in the phonebook. So I eventually got a "Ventura" myself.
It was heartbreaking news to hear of the ending of the firm and wonder why is often the case that avantgarde design and art, have often to perish in one form or another to become classics. But these watches are not dead and will impregnate contemporary design and last for years to come. So now I am the proud owner of 2 Ventura's: a Sparc, which I will pass on to my son, a Miss V for my wife and just got a kappa for myself. Looking forward too to the next superlative designs...
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I purchased, new, a loga v-matic stainless/stainless in January of 2000 in California. The watch design is what caught my eye in an advertisement in "Metropolis" magazine of 12/99. I am saddened to find out that ventura is no longer. My watch and others will carry the name ventura into the future and my total enjoyment of it as well. Thanks Pierre and Hannes for providing the world with such fine design. Come back again, please.
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Pierre, your watches, your innovations,
your point of sales materials, your after sales departement, all A1, just great!
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Ventura digital watch is my favourite brand I own some of the model(Delta stanless stell & black, alpha + old model) I'm looking for seller for sigma & kappa in new condition or second hand please inform me if there;s any available tks
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i have bmw z sparc fx digital no battery type (generator) as new never worn
offers
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