Charles-Antoine de Lépine

Charles-Antoine de Lépine was a French watchmaker and inventor in the 18th century, renowned for improving watch design and accuracy. He served as the chief watchmaker for King Louis XVI and contributed to advancements in timekeeping technology, such as refining the mechanisms inside watches. De Lépine is also known for creating the "Lépine" watch style, characterized by a thin, flat case that made portable and practical pocket watches. His innovations helped shape modern watchmaking, making timepieces more reliable and accessible.