Highest precision
Built for servicing, production and quality control in the watch industry — where tolerances are measured in hundredths of a millimetre.
Watchmaking tools since 1926
Precision at the right price
Tools that combine performance, durability and accessibility.
Our tools and equipment are built specifically for professionals who need the highest precision, proven robustness and an excellent price-performance ratio.
- 1926
- founded in La Chaux-de-Fonds
- 10,000+
- products in the range
- 99 %
- availability within 24 h
- 40+
- resellers worldwide
Positioning
Three promises, kept without compromise
Every product in our range is made from high-grade materials, passes strict quality control and is built for reliability and long service life.
Proven robustness
High-grade materials, strict quality control and a construction that stays reliable in the most demanding environments.
Fair price-performance ratio
Ergonomically designed to raise productivity and reduce user fatigue — without compromising on quality or budget.
Range
Tools for every step at the bench
From the screwdriver to the customised tool: the complete A*F range for watchmakers, after-sales departments and production.
Screwdrivers A*F
Watchmaker’s screwdrivers in every common blade width.
Eco-Line Pliers A*F
Pliers for everyday use at the bench.
Jewellery A*F
Tools for jewellery making and precious-metal work.
Micro Cutters A*F
Complete range of micro cutters.
Watch Bracelet Tools A*F
Tools for fitting, changing and adjusting watch bracelets.
Saws A*F Gold Shark
Saw blades from the Gold Shark brand.
Novostar Oils and Greases
Lubricants for movements and precision mechanics.
Presses A*F
Presses and staking tools for casing and assembly work.
Customised tools
Tools made to your own specification.
Ordering through the Brütsch/Rüegger Tools ToolShop.
Highlights
Selected A*F products
Six articles that stand for the A*F promise — led by the casing cushion that makes the difference at the bench.
Art. 735903.0100
Casing cushion A*F
A cushion with one flat and one concave face, non-slip with a vacuum effect on both sides. Ideal for any screwing work that needs grip and stability — leaves no marks and washes off with soapy water or isopropyl alcohol.
Details on the ToolShop
750200
Latex finger cots A*F
Talc-free, antistatic and hard-wearing, with a textured tip for a secure grip. Keep sensitive components free of contamination — in sizes S to XXL, in a box of 144.
762241
Benzine cups with lid A*F
Made from borosilicate glass and therefore resistant to aggressive chemicals. The airtight lid minimises evaporation, and the clear glass shows the level and purity of the solvent at a glance.
734718
Truing callipers with parallel opening A*F
For adjusting and truing balances, escapements and wheels. Ruby pivot supports minimise friction and the micrometric adjustment positions the part exactly — in an ergonomically shaped aluminium body.
761925
Rub-off A*F, cleaning paste
Cleans pivots and wheels, removes marks, fingerprints and excess oil from jewels. Neither abrasive nor corrosive, mouldable into hard-to-reach places — and reusable.
734713
Universal press A*F
Cast aluminium, made and assembled in Switzerland. The lever mechanism spreads the force evenly and allows a wide variety of setting operations — for the finest watchmaking work.
Designations and technical data as per the Brütsch/Rüegger Tools ToolShop catalogue.
Brand family
Three heritage brands, one standard
In 2020 Brütsch/Rüegger Tools took over the watchmaking tools division from A*F and has handled the marketing and development of these brands ever since.
History
A heritage of excellence and innovation
Brütsch/Rüegger Tools continues a tradition of almost a century of supplying high-precision tools to professionals.
- 1926
Founded in La Chaux-de-Fonds
Albert Froidevaux founds the company to supply watchmakers with spare parts and special tools.
- Since then
A central player in the market
Through continuous development the company becomes a central player in the market for watchmaking tools.
- 2020
Taken over by Brütsch/Rüegger Tools
Brütsch/Rüegger Tools takes over the watchmaking tools division and has since handled the marketing and development of the A*F, Gold Shark and Novostar brands.
- Today
Innovation and quality
Our mission is to offer professionals powerful, durable solutions that meet the highest demands.
Resellers
Become a dealer
A*F is represented in Switzerland by Brütsch/Rüegger Tools and worldwide by around 40 resellers.
Become part of our distribution network
Add A*F tools to your range and broaden your offering with selected products from our own brand portfolio. Interested in a partnership? Get in touch — we look forward to working with you.
«Growing globally together — with strong partners worldwide.»
Monica Da SilvaInternational Key Account Management, Watch IndustryYour prospects as a reseller of the A*F brand
Your advantages as a partner:
- a high-performance central logistics structure with strong product availability
- powerful online distribution and personal support from professional key account management
- a long-term partnership focused on sustainable growth
- competent technical support from our specialists
- export expertise and multilingual support from our international sales team
- flexible shipping solutions in line with Incoterms, including intra-community deliveries
- simple, fast handling of repairs and replacements
- maximum ordering flexibility thanks to low or no minimum order quantities
Contact
Technical or commercial enquiry
Need a data sheet, a quotation or a special tool? The Brütsch/Rüegger Tools customer service team will advise you personally.
Advice and ordering
A*F tools are distributed in Switzerland by Brütsch/Rüegger Tools. Enquiries about products, quotations and special tools, as well as orders, go through their customer service and the ToolShop.
Brütsch/Rüegger Tools Ltd.Heinrich Stutz-Strasse 20P.O. Box8902 UrdorfSwitzerlandBoth links lead to brw.ch.