Kaufmann de Suisse

What Kaufmann de Suisse does

Kaufmann de Suisse is a family-owned luxury jeweler and watch retailer founded in 1954 by Swiss master jeweler Emil Pius Kaufmann, now in its second generation under Charles Kaufmann. The company designs and sells handcrafted fine jewelry in 18k gold and platinum, organized into signature collections (Pansy, Flowing Lines, Pearl, Wave, Colors of Summer, Classical Perfection) featuring diamonds, rubies, sapphires, emeralds, tanzanite, and pearls. It is also an authorized dealer for nine Swiss haute horlogerie brands including Patek Philippe, Parmigiani Fleurier, Laurent Ferrier, Gerald Charles, Moritz Grossmann, Arnold & Son, Schwarz Etienne, Krayon, and Armin Strom, alongside a curated pre-owned watch program.

The business is built around artisanal in-house production supported by a GIA-certified gemological laboratory (American Gem Society approved) and an atelier offering custom design, jewelry remodeling, watch repair (Patek Philippe, Carl F. Bucherer, Parmigiani), appraisal, same-day cleaning, and trade-in/exchange programs. There are no technology platforms or proprietary software products; the technical moat rests on certified gemological expertise and master craftsmanship rather than digital systems.

Revenue is generated through one-time high-value transactions on jewelry ($23,500 to $52,000+ per piece) and pre-owned/new watches ($10,000 to $53,000), supplemented by service fees (trade-in, repair, appraisal). The go-to-market is appointment-based enterprise field sales through three boutiques: a flagship on Crescent Street in Montreal, a Ritz Carlton boutique in Montreal, and a Palm Beach showroom on Worth Avenue, with free international shipping extending the geographic reach globally. The customer base is ultra-high-net-worth individuals, luxury watch collectors, and luxury gift purchasers. No revenue, headcount, or financial disclosures are available.

Name

Kaufmann de Suisse

Legal name

Kaufmann de Suisse

Website

https://kaufmanndesuisse.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1954

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Kaufmann de Suisse is a family-owned luxury jeweler and Swiss watch dealer founded in 1954, selling handcrafted 18k gold jewelry and timepieces from nine haute horlogerie brands to ultra-high-net-worth clients via boutiques in Montreal and Palm Beach.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Jewelry and Watches

NAICS

Jewelry Retailers (458310), Jewelry and Silverware Manufacturing (33991)

SIC

Retail-Jewelry Stores (5944), Jewelry, Precious Metal (3911)

akta.pro primary industry

Fine Jewelry Retail (Precious Metals & Gemstones) (CRAKAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Watch Retail (Authorized Dealers, Boutiques, Omnichannel) (CRAKADAL), Fine Jewelry Manufacturing & Atelier Production (CRAKAAAK), Pre-owned Watch Dealers & Exchanges (CRAKAKAB), Pre-owned Fine Jewelry Dealers (CRAKAKAC)

Keywords

• Luxury jewelry retail
• Swiss watch dealer
• Custom jewelry design
• Fine jewelry appraisals
• Gemstone authentication

Headquarters

HQ city

Montreal

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Jewelry Sales: One-time sales of high-end jewelry including rings, earrings, pendants, and bracelets featuring diamonds, rubies, sapphires, emeralds, and tanzanite. Handcrafted in 18k gold and platinum.
2. Luxury Watch Sales: Sales of new and pre-owned luxury Swiss watches from prestigious brands including Patek Philippe, Parmigiani Fleurier, Laurent Ferrier, Gerald Charles, Moritz Grossmann, Rolex, Cartier, and others.
3. Trade-in and Exchange Services: Exchange or purchase of vintage jewelry and pre-owned Swiss watches. Clients receive store credit for new designs, upgraded stones, or cash for their old pieces.
4. Watch Service and Repair: Complete maintenance and repair services for luxury watches including Patek Philippe, Carl F. Bucherer, and Parmigiani timepieces.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Kaufmann de Suisse designs, handcrafts, and retails fine jewelry in 18k gold and platinum across signature collections (Pansy, Flowing Lines, Pearl, Wave, Colors of Summer, Classical Perfection) and serves as an authorized dealer for nine prestigious Swiss watch manufactures alongside a curated pre-owned luxury watch selection. The business is supported by in-house jewelry services (cleaning, inspection, appraisal, trade-in, custom remodeling) and watch maintenance and repair, with an in-house GIA-certified gemological laboratory to authenticate diamonds and precious stones.

Product overview

Kaufmann de Suisse is a luxury jewelry and Swiss watch retailer founded in 1954, operating as a single brand with two core offerings: handcrafted jewelry and pre-owned luxury timepieces. The jewelry portfolio comprises signature collections including Pansy (18k gold florals), Flowing Lines (flexible 18k designs), Pearl (Akoya/South Sea/Baroque), Wave, Colors of Summer (sapphire/diamond), and Classical Perfection (tennis bracelets). The watch business features exclusive dealership relationships with nine Swiss haute horlogerie brands—Patek Philippe, Gerald Charles, Laurent Ferrier, Moritz Grossmann, Parmigiani Fleurier, Arnold & Son, Schwarz Etienne, Krayon, and Armin Strom—plus a curated pre-owned selection. Supporting services include jewelry cleaning/inspection/appraisal, custom remodeling, watch repair, and an in-house GIA-certified gemological laboratory. Locations include Montreal (Ritz Carlton boutique) and Palm Beach, Florida.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Flowing Lines: Flexible 18k gold collection featuring flowing line designs
• Pansy Collection
• Pearl Collection
• Wave Collection
• Classical Perfection
• Colors of Summer

Products and services

• Pansy Collection Delicate floral jewelry handcrafted in 18k gold with romantic gemstones, inspired by Art Nouveau aesthetics, for individual luxury jewelry purchasers.
• Flowing Lines Collection Flexible 18k gold jewelry collection featuring flowing, sinuous designs with diamond halos, for individual luxury jewelry purchasers.
• Pearl Collection Akoya, South Sea, and Baroque pearl jewelry featuring handmade 18k motifs in various colors, for individual luxury jewelry purchasers.
• Wave Collection Wave-inspired jewelry designs available in multiple rows and colors, for individual luxury jewelry purchasers.
• Colors of Summer Collection Multicolour sapphire and diamond necklace creations, for individual luxury jewelry purchasers.
• Classical Perfection Collection Timeless, elegant handmade tennis bracelets representing classical jewelry design, for individual luxury jewelry purchasers.
• Pre-owned Watches Curated selection of authenticated pre-owned luxury timepieces including Rolex, Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, Audemars Piguet, Jaeger-LeCoultre, and other brands, offered with price points ranging from $10,000 to $53,000.
• Jewelry Services Comprehensive jewelry services including same-day cleaning, complimentary inspection, free appraisal for insurance purposes, and exchange or trade-in services for vintage jewelry and Swiss watches, available to jewelry and watch clients.
• Watch Service and Repair Watch maintenance and repair services for Patek Philippe, Carl F. Bucherer, and Parmigiani timepieces, backed by over 30 years of experience, for luxury watch owners.
• Remodeling Services Custom redesign and remodeling of inherited or existing jewelry pieces, including a diamond exchange program at original purchase price for upgrades, for individual jewelry clients.
• Gemological Laboratory Services Internal gemmological laboratory staffed by GIA-certified gemologists providing diamond and gemstone grading and authentication within an American Gem Society approved facility, supporting client purchases and appraisals.

Quantifiable outcome

• 10-day exchange policy for online purchases
• +3 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Moritz GrossmannflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerKaufmann de Suisse collaborated with Moritz Grossmann to create limited edition watches featuring custom guilloché dials in Kaufmann de Suisse's signature rich purple color. The limited editions were produced in partnership with Comblémine by Kari Voutilainen in Switzerland's Val-de-Travers. Only 3 rose gold pieces and 5 stainless steel pieces were produced worldwide.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Tiffany & Co. Global iconic luxury jewelry retailer (LVMH-owned); competes with Kaufmann for engagement, wedding, and anniversary fine jewelry purchases from affluent consumers.
• Graff: High-end diamond jewelry specialist with boutiques in London, New York, and other luxury centers; comparable to Kaufmann's high-jewelry positioning and reliance on statement colored-stone and diamond pieces.
• Harry Winston: Iconic high-jewelry maison with salons in major luxury markets including New York; competes with Kaufmann for ultra-high-jewelry clients and operates retail showrooms at the very top of the fine jewelry market.
• Van Cleef & Arpels: LVMH-owned high jewelry maison with boutiques in luxury capitals; comparable to Kaufmann in targeting UHNW clientele for fine jewelry purchases tied to significant life occasions.
• Piaget: Richemont-owned Swiss jewelry and watch maison with boutiques in luxury destinations; competes with Kaufmann's high-jewelry and watch portfolio for the same affluent occasion-driven buyer.
• Chopard: Swiss maison combining high jewelry and luxury watchmaking with its own boutique network; comparable to Kaufmann in straddling fine jewelry and haute horlogerie under one brand roof.

Direct peers

• London Jewelers: Family-owned independent luxury jeweler and watch AD on Long Island, NY, with multi-brand Swiss watch authorized dealership and bespoke jewelry service — closely mirrors Kaufmann's independent AD-and-atelier model in North America.
• Mayors Jewelers: Multi-store luxury jewelry and watch retailer in the US Southeast, carrying Rolex, Patek Philippe and other Swiss brands plus bridal and fashion fine jewelry; comparable to Kaufmann as a regional multi-brand AD with similar product mix.
• Birks Group: Canadian multi-brand luxury jewelry and watch retailer operating showrooms across Canada; the closest geographic and category peer to Kaufmann de Suisse, competing for the same UHNW clientele in Montreal and other Canadian cities.
• Watches of Switzerland Group: Largest multi-brand luxury watch retailer in the UK and US with authorized dealerships for Patek Philippe, Rolex, and other Swiss brands plus pre-owned and service operations — directly comparable to Kaufmann's authorized multi-brand watch AD model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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