EP3590010B1 - Accessory suitable for being mounted on different attachment elements - Google Patents

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EP3590010B1
EP3590010B1 EP18705442.4A EP18705442A EP3590010B1 EP 3590010 B1 EP3590010 B1 EP 3590010B1 EP 18705442 A EP18705442 A EP 18705442A EP 3590010 B1 EP3590010 B1 EP 3590010B1
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    • G04B—MECHANICALLY-DRIVEN CLOCKS OR WATCHES; MECHANICAL PARTS OF CLOCKS OR WATCHES IN GENERAL; TIME PIECES USING THE POSITION OF THE SUN, MOON OR STARS
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    • G04B37/1446—Means for suspending pocket-, or other types of watches, e.g. on small chains

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  • the invention relates to the field of watches or personal accessories that can be mounted on various fasteners, and more specifically to the use of a watch case that can be mounted as a wristwatch, a pocket watch, or a watch. table, pendant or other.
  • Watches generally include one or more fasteners, making it possible to limit the risk of losing the watch when it is worn on oneself, or to have this watch in a position allowing easy reading of the time displayed by the watch. this one.
  • the fastening elements are, for example, a bracelet making it possible to attach the watch around the wrist, a chain making it possible to attach the watch to a buttonhole, a wrist strap or even a support allowing the watch to be placed on a substantially horizontal plane, according to a desired inclination.
  • Allowing the wearing of a pocket watch as a wristwatch is a known issue.
  • bracelets comprising a case in which a pocket watch can be placed, the case securing the pocket watch to the bracelet.
  • bracelets comprising arms in the form of clips, on which the pocket watch is attached.
  • the document FR 3 023 389 A1 discloses a personal accessory as well as a fastening element according to the preambles of claims 1 and 4 appended hereto.
  • the document FR 2 524 167 A1 describes the magnetic attachment of a body of a personal accessory, such as a watch, in a case middle.
  • the document GB 191505485 describes a watch case comprising two opposing fasteners.
  • a chain is suitable for being attached to one of the two fasteners, to form a pocket watch or to the two fasteners to form a wristwatch.
  • the document US 4976548 discloses an example of a watch, the watch case of which includes fasteners on its periphery.
  • a chain can be attached in different ways to the fasteners, so as to produce either a bracelet or a pendant.
  • a first objective is to provide a personal accessory, for example a watch, capable of being either mounted on a bracelet or on a clip.
  • Another objective is to provide an element for fixing this accessory on a bracelet, a clip or a support.
  • Another objective is to provide a device comprising such an accessory and such a fixing element.
  • Another objective is to provide such a device, of which the accessory and the fixing element are able to be assembled without tools.
  • Another objective is to provide such a device, which does not encumber the aesthetics, the weight, the bulk or the wearing comfort thereof, whatever the type of assembly chosen.
  • a device comprising an accessory and a fixing element as presented above, the fixing element having a shape complementary to the groove of the accessory, the fixing element being inserted in the accessory groove.
  • a watch comprising an accessory and a fixing element as presented above, the accessory comprising a cavity in which a watch movement is inserted, the accessory thus defining a watch case, the fixing element having a shape complementary to the groove of the watch case, the fixing element being able to be inserted into the groove of the watch case.
  • Such a device thus allows the accessory to be mounted on a bracelet, a clip or a support by means of the fixing element.
  • the accessory and the fixing element are able to be assembled quickly and without tools.
  • the device does not affect the aesthetics, weight, size or comfort of wearing it regardless of the type of assembly chosen.
  • a device 1 comprising a watch case 2 , and two fixing elements 3 , each provided with a pair of horns 4.
  • Each pair of horns 4 is intended to secure a part of a bracelet (not shown) to the fixing element 3 , so as to form a wristwatch.
  • the watch case 2 comprises a groove 5, in which the fixing element 3 is able to slide.
  • the fixing element 3 has a shape complementary to the groove 5.
  • the watch case 2 is only a first embodiment, shown in the figures 1 to 5 and 11 , and does not limit the invention to the design of a watch. Indeed, according to other embodiments, illustrated on figures 6 to 10c , the device 1 comprises a portable accessory 6 (jewel, pendant, key ring, small electronic device, etc.), intended to be attached to various fixing elements 3 (bracelet, brooch, necklace, long necklace, ring, buckle) ear, belt buckle, clip, ).
  • a portable accessory 6 jewel, pendant, key ring, small electronic device, etc.
  • the watch case 2 and respectively the accessory 6, comprise a first face 7, a second face 8 and a lateral face 9 connecting the first face 7 and the second face 8.
  • the first face 7 corresponds to the face of the watch case 2 and of the accessory 6 containing information (time, jewel, connected information, ...) intended to be viewed. According to other embodiments, said information appears on the second face 8 or on the first face 7 and the second face 8 of the watch case 2 , and respectively of the accessory 6.
  • the watch case 2 has a generally substantially cylindrical shape, with a circular section.
  • the height of the lateral face 9 is much less than the dimension of the first face 7 and of the second face 8.
  • the first face 7 and the second face 8 have a substantially identical shape.
  • the accessory 6 has a general parallelepipedal shape.
  • the height of the lateral face 9 is much less than the dimension of the first face 7 and of the second face 8.
  • the first face 7 and the second face 8 have a substantially identical shape.
  • the watch case 2 and the accessory 6 have any shape.
  • the fixing element 3 preferably has a general shape complementary to the groove 5 in which the fixing element 3 is intended to be inserted, so as to complete the shape of the watch case 2 or of the accessory. 6.
  • the groove 5 forms, in the side face 9 , a hole 10 intended to allow the entry of the fixing element 3 into the groove 5.
  • the groove 5 has a generally rectangular shape.
  • the groove 5 has a generally triangular or elliptical shape, as shown respectively in the figures 6 and 10a to 10c .
  • the groove has any general shape, except that the groove 5 widens towards the hole 10 formed in the side face 9.
  • a cross section of the groove 5 has a dimension decreasing from the hole 10 towards an end of the groove 5 opposite to the hole 10.
  • the groove 5 of the watch case 2 has, in cross section, an open contour 11.
  • Outline 11 includes a bottom 12, an opening 13, a first lateral side 14 and a second lateral side 15.
  • the first lateral side 14 and the second lateral side 15 connect the bottom 12 and the opening 13.
  • the bottom 12 and the opening 13 each define a straight segment.
  • the bottom 12 and the opening 13 are substantially parallel to each other.
  • the first lateral side 14 and the second lateral side 15 each comprise a first retaining segment 16 , connected to the bottom 12, a second retaining segment 17 , connected to the opening 13 and an intermediate retaining segment 18 , connecting the first segment. 16 for maintaining and the second segment 17 for maintaining.
  • the first retaining segment 16 of the first lateral side 14 and the first retaining segment 16 of the second lateral side 15 are substantially perpendicular to the bottom 12.
  • the second retaining segment 17 of the first lateral side 14 and the second retaining segment 17 of the second side 15 are substantially perpendicular to the opening 13.
  • the intermediate retaining segment 18 of the first lateral side 14 and the intermediate retaining segment 18 of the second lateral side 15 are, respectively, substantially perpendicular to the first retaining segments 16 and to the second retaining segments 17.
  • the groove 5 thus defines, in cross section, a T-shape.
  • the bottom 12 and the opening 13 each define a straight segment.
  • the bottom 12 and the opening 13 are substantially parallel to each other.
  • the first lateral side 14 and the second lateral side 15 each define a straight segment approaching one another, from the bottom 12 towards the opening 13.
  • the groove 5 thus defines, in cross section, a substantially shape. trapezoidal.
  • the groove 5 has any shape in cross section, except that the first lateral side 14 and the second lateral side 15 respectively comprise a first part and a second part extending, from the bottom 12 towards the opening 13, towards the opposite lateral side 14,15.
  • the first lateral side 14 and the second lateral side 15 in their entirety or at least the first part and the second part thereof, thus make it possible to prevent the exit of the fixing element 3. of the groove 5 in a direction substantially perpendicular to the opening 13.
  • the fixing element 3 has, in cross section, a closed perimeter 19.
  • the perimeter 19 comprises a first panel 20, a second panel 21, a first lateral edge 22 and a second lateral edge 23.
  • the first side edge 22 and the second side edge 23 connect the first side 20 and the second side 21 to each other.
  • the first panel 20 and the second panel 21 each define a straight segment.
  • the first panel 20 and the second panel 21 are substantially parallel to each other.
  • the first lateral edge 22 and the second lateral edge 23 each comprise a first blocking segment 24 connected to the first section 20, a second blocking segment 25 connected to the second section 21 and an intermediate blocking segment 26 , connecting the first segment 24 of blocking and the second blocking segment 25.
  • the first segment 24 for locking the first side edge 22 and the first segment 24 for locking the second side edge 23 are substantially perpendicular to the first panel 20.
  • the second segment 25 for locking the first side edge 22 and the second segment 25 for locking the second lateral edge 23 are substantially perpendicular to the second panel 21.
  • the intermediate blocking segment 26 of the first lateral edge 22 and the intermediate blocking segment 26 of the second lateral edge 23 are, respectively, substantially perpendicular to the first blocking segments 24 and to the second locking segments 25.
  • the fixing element 3 thus defines, in cross section, a T-shape.
  • the first panel 20 and the second panel 21 each define a straight segment.
  • the first panel 20 and the second panel 21 are substantially parallel to each other.
  • the first lateral edge 22 and the second lateral edge 23 each define a straight segment approaching one another from the first section 20 towards the second section 21.
  • the fixing element 3 thus defines, in cross section, a substantially trapezoidal shape.
  • the fastening element 3 has a shape, in cross section, of any shape, except for the particularity. that the first edge 22 side and the second side edge 23 respectively comprise a first portion and a second portion extending from the first face 20 towards the second facet 21 towards the opposite lateral edge 22,23.
  • the first lateral edge 22 and the second lateral edge 23 in their entirety or at least the first portion and the second portion thereof, thus make it possible to prevent the exit of the fixing element 3 from the groove 5 following a direction substantially perpendicular to the opening 13 of the groove 5.
  • the groove 5 of the watch case 2 , and respectively of the accessory 6 passes through the watch case 2 , respectively of the accessory 6, creating a light through the side face 9 , the light extending from one end to the other of the watch case 2 , respectively of the accessory 6.
  • the groove 5 forms, in the side face 9 , two holes 10.
  • the holes 10 are preferably aligned along an axis substantially perpendicular to the cross section of the groove 5, as shown in the figures 2 to 4 and 6 .
  • the holes 10 have a substantially identical general shape.
  • the accessory 6 comprises two grooves 5, as illustrated in the figures 7 and 8 .
  • the grooves 5 are separated by a partition 27.
  • Each groove 5 forms, in the side face 9 , the hole 10.
  • the grooves 5 are preferably aligned along an axis substantially perpendicular to the cross section of the grooves 5.
  • the holes 10 have a substantially identical general shape.
  • the watch case 2 comprises two grooves 5.
  • the watch case 2 and respectively the accessory 6, comprises a single non-traversing groove 5.
  • the fixing element 3 of the device 1 is chosen as a function of the groove 5 of the watch case 2 or of the accessory 6 according to one of the embodiments described below.
  • the device 1 comprises two fixing elements 3.
  • 3 fixing elements each comprise a body 28 preferably having a substantially identical general shape.
  • each fixing element 3 comprises a pair of horns 4.
  • Each horn 4 preferably protrudes from the body 28 so as to abut on the watch case 2 , or respectively the accessory 6, defining a limit switch to the fastening element 3 when it is inserted into the groove 5.
  • one of the two fixing elements 3 comprises a fastener 29.
  • the fastener 29 is intended to fix to the fastening element 3 to a chain, a wrist strap or any object (not shown) facilitating the grip, the maintenance and / or the securing of the device 1.
  • the fixing element 3 also preferably comprises a stop 30 projecting from the body 28 of the fixing element 3 abutting on the watch case 2 , or respectively the accessory 6, so as to define a limit switch for the fixing element 3 when the latter is inserted into the groove 5.
  • the second of the two fixing elements 3 preferably comprises only the body 28 which completes the groove 5.
  • the device 1 comprises a single fixing element 3.
  • the body 28 of the fixing element 3 has a shape substantially identical to the shape of the groove 5 so as to complete the shape of the watch case 2 , or respectively of the accessory 6, in which the element 3 of fastener is inserted.
  • the fixing element 3 comprises the clip 29 intended to fix the fixing element 3 to a chain, a wrist strap or any object (not shown) facilitating the grip, the maintenance and / or the securing of the device 1.
  • the fixing element 3 also preferably comprises the stop 30 projecting from the body 28 of the fixing element 3 so as to abut on the watch case 2 , or respectively the accessory 6, to define an end. of the fastening element 3 when the latter is inserted into the groove 5.
  • the fixing element 3 comprises a support 31.
  • the support 31 is orientable relative to the body 28 of the fixing element 3 allowing to arrange the device 1 on a substantially horizontal plane at a desired inclination.
  • the support 31 comprises a means of attachment to a non-horizontal object.
  • the attachment means is, for example, a magnet or an adhesive tape.
  • a fixing element 3 comprises, preferably symmetrically, two pairs of horns 4 integral with the body 28 of the fixing element 3.
  • the body 28 of the fixing element 3 comprises a first part 42, able to be inserted into a non-through groove 5 of the watch case 2 , or respectively of the accessory 6.
  • the body 28 also comprises a second part 43 , to which are integral the horns 4, extending from one end to the other of the watch case 2 , or respectively of the accessory 6.
  • the second part forms an extra thickness, relative to the second face 8, when the fixing element 3 is inserted into the groove 5.
  • the watch case 2 respectively the accessory 6, and / or the fixing element 3 preferably comprise one or more connecting means.
  • the connecting means are suitable for securing the watch case 2 , respectively the accessory 6, and the fixing element 3 when the latter is inserted into the groove 5.
  • connection means are preferably magnets 32,33, as illustrated on figures 1, 2 , 5 , 10a and 10b , for example magnets of rare earth type, in particular neodymium iron boron.
  • the watch case 2 respectively the accessory 6, and / or the fixing element 3 thus preferably comprise one or more magnets 32, 33.
  • the watch case 2 and the fastening elements 3 each comprise two end magnets 32 .
  • the end magnets 32 are arranged substantially at external angles 34 of the groove 5 and respectively of the body 28 of the fixing elements 3.
  • the end magnets 32 have a substantially parallelepipedal shape.
  • the fixing elements 3 also each comprise several central magnets 33.
  • the central magnets 33 are arranged at an internal limit 35 of the body 28 of the fixing elements 3. Internal limit 35 is opposite to the external angles 34.
  • the central magnets 33 are preferably arranged so that the pole of two consecutive central magnets 33 are not identical.
  • the central magnets 33 have a substantially parallelepipedal shape.
  • the magnets 32,33 have any shape.
  • the fixing elements 3 only include the end magnets 32 .
  • the end magnets 32 of the fixing elements 3 are arranged substantially opposite the end magnets 32 of the watch case 2 , when the fixing element 3 is inserted into the groove 5 of the watch case 2.
  • the central magnets 33 of each fixing element 3 inserted in the groove 5 are arranged so that two central magnets 33 , belonging respectively to one of the two fixing elements 3 and arranged opposite one another, s 'attract each other.
  • the partition 27 comprises central magnets 33.
  • the watch case 2 preferably comprises enclosures 36 in which the magnets 32,33 are inserted.
  • the enclosures 36 comprise walls 37 capable of blocking the electromagnetic waves emitted by the magnet 32,33 disposed therein in all directions other than a predefined direction.
  • the enclosures 36 thus make it possible to isolate the magnets 32, 33 so as not to disturb the operation of the watch case 2 or of an element external to the device 1 while ensuring the attachment of the fixing element 3 and of watch box 2.
  • the enclosures 36 are arranged close to the magnets 32,33 blocking the propagation of the electromagnetic waves emitted by the magnets 32,33 in a single direction or in several predefined directions.
  • the fixing element 3 comprises a flexible part 38 , such as a spring or a curved blade, having a shape complementary to a recess 39 of the accessory 6.
  • the flexible part 38 and the recess 39 are arranged substantially at the bottom. center of body 28 of the fixing element 3 and, respectively, of the accessory 6.
  • the connecting means are, for example, projections capable of penetrating by force into recesses, adhesive strips or else a general dimension of the fixing element 3 substantially greater than the dimension of the groove 5 so that the fastening element 3 is forcibly inserted into the groove 5.
  • connection means described above can be combined, and can be dimensioned so as to keep the connecting element 3 in place in the groove 5.
  • the connecting means define the end of travel of the fixing element 3 in the groove 5.
  • the connecting means can thus replace the projection of the horns 4 on the side face 9 or the stop 30.
  • the watch case 2 can indifferently display a time analogically or digitally, from an automatic, battery-powered or battery-operated mechanism or from an electronic system.
  • the watch case 2 includes buttons (not shown) and, in particular, a crown 40.
  • the crown 40 is disposed substantially on a bisector of the angle formed by the hands when they indicate 3:00 or 12:15.
  • the crown 40 is arranged between the standard arrangement for a wristwatch (on a straight line merged with the hands when they indicate 3.15 am) and the standard arrangement for a pocket watch or a table watch (on a straight line confused with the hands when they indicate 12 o'clock).
  • the crown 40 is arranged on the right coincident with the hands when they indicate 3:15 or on the right coincident with the hands when they indicate 12 o'clock, as shown on the figure. figure 11 .
  • the crown 40 can be moved between the last two positions described by a system for maintaining the crown 40 on axes provided for this purpose.
  • the crown 40 can still be retractable, so as to merge into the side face 9 of the box 2 watch or be placed in a non-visible way, for example in the groove 5.
  • the watch case 2 comprises, on the second face 8, a cavity in which a watch movement is inserted.
  • the cavity preferably comprises walls 37 capable of blocking the electromagnetic waves emitted by the magnets 32,33 in order to isolate the latter so as not to disturb the operation of the movement.
  • the watch case 2 comprises a plate 41 closing the cavity and aligned with the second face 8.
  • the plate 41 is, for example, transparent leaving visible the reverse side of the movement.
  • the plate 41 is preferably able to block the electromagnetic waves emitted by the magnet 32,33.
  • Such a device 1 thus allows the mounting of the watch case 2 , or respectively the accessory 6, on a bracelet, a clip 29 or a support 31 by means of the fixing element 3.
  • the watch case 2 or respectively the accessory 6, and the fixing element 3 are able to be assembled quickly and without tools.
  • the device 1 does not affect the aesthetics, the weight, the size or the wearing comfort of the latter, whatever the type of assembly chosen.
  • the device 1 as described allows, for example, the assembly of a watch in different types of watches such as a wristwatch, a pocket watch or even a table watch but also on other supports such as a pendant or a brooch.
  • Such a watch thus allows simple and rapid personalization, by changing the strap or the way it is worn, while ensuring a fastening resistance between the watch case 2 and the fastening element 3 , the dimensions of which can be varied. easily determined, avoiding their separation by their own weight or by tearing.
  • the magnets 32,33 which do not spontaneously lose their magnetism, ensure a long service life for the fixing between the watch case 2 and the watch fixing element 3

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L'invention a trait au domaine des montres ou des accessoires personnels pouvant être montés sur différents éléments de fixation, et plus précisément à l'utilisation d'une boîte de montre pouvant être montée en montre-bracelet, en montre à gousset, en montre de table, en pendentif ou autre.The invention relates to the field of watches or personal accessories that can be mounted on various fasteners, and more specifically to the use of a watch case that can be mounted as a wristwatch, a pocket watch, or a watch. table, pendant or other.

Les montres comprennent généralement un ou plusieurs éléments de fixation, permettant de limiter les risques de perte de la montre lorsque l'on porte celle-ci sur soi, ou de disposer cette montre dans une position permettant une lecture aisée de l'heure affichée par celle-ci. Les éléments de fixation sont, par exemple, un bracelet permettant d'attacher la montre autour du poignet, une chaînette permettant d'attacher la montre à une boutonnière, une dragonne ou encore un support permettant de poser la montre sur un plan sensiblement horizontal, selon une inclinaison désirée.Watches generally include one or more fasteners, making it possible to limit the risk of losing the watch when it is worn on oneself, or to have this watch in a position allowing easy reading of the time displayed by the watch. this one. The fastening elements are, for example, a bracelet making it possible to attach the watch around the wrist, a chain making it possible to attach the watch to a buttonhole, a wrist strap or even a support allowing the watch to be placed on a substantially horizontal plane, according to a desired inclination.

Permettre le port d'une montre à gousset en montre-bracelet est un problème connu.Allowing the wearing of a pocket watch as a wristwatch is a known issue.

En effet, il existe des bracelets comprenant un boîtier dans lequel peut être placée une montre à gousset, le boîtier solidarisant la montre à gousset au bracelet. Il existe aussi des bracelets comprenant des bras présentant une forme de clips, sur lesquels vient se fixer la montre à gousset.Indeed, there are bracelets comprising a case in which a pocket watch can be placed, the case securing the pocket watch to the bracelet. There are also bracelets comprising arms in the form of clips, on which the pocket watch is attached.

Le document FR 3 023 389 A1 divulgue un accessoire personnel ainsi qu'un élément de fixation selon les préambules des revendications 1 et 4 annexées.The document FR 3 023 389 A1 discloses a personal accessory as well as a fastening element according to the preambles of claims 1 and 4 appended hereto.

Le document FR 2 524 167 A1 décrit la fixation magnétique d'un corps d'un accessoire personnel, tel qu'une montre, dans une carrure-socle.The document FR 2 524 167 A1 describes the magnetic attachment of a body of a personal accessory, such as a watch, in a case middle.

Le document GB 191505485 décrit une boîte de montre comprenant deux attaches opposées. Une chaînette est apte à être attachée à une des deux attaches, pour former une montre à gousset ou aux deux attaches pour former une montre-bracelet.The document GB 191505485 describes a watch case comprising two opposing fasteners. A chain is suitable for being attached to one of the two fasteners, to form a pocket watch or to the two fasteners to form a wristwatch.

Le document US 4976548 divulgue un exemple de montre, dont la boîte de montre comprend des attaches sur sa périphérie. Une chaînette est apte à être attachée de différentes manières aux attaches, de sorte à réaliser soit un bracelet soit un pendentif.The document US 4976548 discloses an example of a watch, the watch case of which includes fasteners on its periphery. A chain can be attached in different ways to the fasteners, so as to produce either a bracelet or a pendant.

Tous ces exemples montrent que l'homme du métier cherche depuis longtemps à adapter les montres à gousset en montre-bracelet.All these examples show that a person skilled in the art has long sought to adapt pocket watches to a wristwatch.

Cependant, de tels dispositifs tentent uniquement d'adapter des montres à gousset, et non de concevoir une montre apte à être indifféremment portée en montre-bracelet ou en montre à gousset, sans que dans l'une ou l'autre des configurations, la montre ne paraisse avoir été adaptée. De plus, de tels dispositifs sont peu confortables à porter et/ou augmentent considérablement la taille de la montre, augmentant de ce fait son encombrement et son poids.However, such devices only attempt to adapt pocket watches, and not to design a watch suitable for being worn either as a wristwatch or as a pocket watch, without that in one or the other of the configurations, the watch does not appear to have been adapted. In addition, such devices are uncomfortable to wear and / or considerably increase the size of the watch, thereby increasing its bulk and its weight.

Un premier objectif est de proposer un accessoire personnel, pour par exemple une montre, apte à être indifféremment monté sur un bracelet ou sur une attache.A first objective is to provide a personal accessory, for example a watch, capable of being either mounted on a bracelet or on a clip.

Un autre objectif est de proposer un élément de fixation de cet accessoire sur un bracelet, une attache ou un support.Another objective is to provide an element for fixing this accessory on a bracelet, a clip or a support.

Un autre objectif est de proposer un dispositif comprenant un tel accessoire et un tel élément de fixation.Another objective is to provide a device comprising such an accessory and such a fixing element.

Un autre objectif est de proposer un tel dispositif, dont l'accessoire et l'élément de fixation sont aptes à être assemblés sans outil.Another objective is to provide such a device, of which the accessory and the fixing element are able to be assembled without tools.

Un autre objectif est de proposer un tel dispositif, ne grevant pas l'esthétique, le poids, l'encombrement ou le confort du port de celui-ci, quel que soit le type de montage choisi.Another objective is to provide such a device, which does not encumber the aesthetics, the weight, the bulk or the wearing comfort thereof, whatever the type of assembly chosen.

A cet effet, il est proposé, en premier lieu, un accessoire personnel, tel que défini par la revendication indépendante 1 annexée.For this purpose, it is proposed, first of all, a personal accessory, as defined by independent claim 1 attached.

Diverses caractéristiques supplémentaires peuvent être prévues, seules ou en combinaison :

  • le fond et l'ouverture du contour de la section transversale de la rainure forment chacun un segment de droite sensiblement parallèles entre eux, le premier côté latéral et le deuxième côté latéral du contour comprennent chacun un premier segment de maintien sensiblement perpendiculaire au fond et à l'ouverture, un segment intermédiaire de maintien sensiblement parallèle au fond et à l'ouverture et un deuxième segment de maintien sensiblement perpendiculaire au fond et à l'ouverture, de sorte que la section transversale de la rainure présente une forme générale en T ;
  • la rainure traverse l'accessoire formant, sur la face latérale, deux trous ;
  • l'accessoire comprend un aimant, l'aimant étant destiné à maintenir une position relative entre l'accessoire et l'élément de fixation.
Various additional features can be provided, alone or in combination:
  • the bottom and the opening of the contour of the cross section of the groove each form a straight segment substantially parallel to each other, the first lateral side and the second lateral side of the contour each comprise a first retaining segment substantially perpendicular to the bottom and to the opening, an intermediate retaining segment substantially parallel to the bottom and to the opening and a second retaining segment substantially perpendicular to the bottom and to the opening, so that the cross section of the groove has a general T-shape;
  • the groove passes through the accessory forming, on the side face, two holes;
  • the accessory comprises a magnet, the magnet being intended to maintain a relative position between the accessory and the fixing element.

Il est proposé, en deuxième lieu, un élément de fixation tel que défini par la revendication indépendante 4 annexée.Secondly, there is provided a fastener as defined by independent claim 4 attached hereto.

Diverses caractéristiques supplémentaires peuvent être prévues, seules ou en combinaison :

  • le premier pan et le deuxième pan du périmètre de la section transversale de l'élément de fixation forment chacun un segment de droite sensiblement parallèles entre eux, le premier bord latéral et le deuxième bord latéral du périmètre comprennent chacun un premier segment de blocage, sensiblement perpendiculaire au premier pan et au deuxième pan, un segment intermédiaire de blocage, sensiblement parallèle au premier pan et au deuxième pan et un deuxième segment de blocage, sensiblement perpendiculaire au premier pan et au deuxième pan, de sorte que la section transversale de l'élément de fixation présente une forme générale en T ;
  • l'élément comprend deux cornes ou une attache faisant saillie d'un corps de l'élément de fixation, les cornes étant disposées sensiblement parallèlement entre elles, l'attache présentant une forme générale d'anneau, les cornes, respectivement l'attache, étant destinées à solidariser un bracelet, respectivement une chaînette, à l'élément de fixation ;
  • l'élément comprend un deuxième aimant, le deuxième aimant étant destiné à maintenir une position relative entre l'élément de fixation et l'accessoire.
Various additional features can be provided, alone or in combination:
  • the first pan and the second pan of the perimeter of the cross section of the fastener each form a straight segment substantially parallel to each other, the first lateral edge and the second lateral edge of the perimeter each comprise a first locking segment, substantially perpendicular to the first pan and to the second pan, an intermediate locking segment, substantially parallel to the first pan and the second pan and a second locking segment, substantially perpendicular to the first pan and to the second pan, so that the cross section of the fixing element has a general T-shape;
  • the element comprises two horns or a clip projecting from a body of the fixing element, the horns being arranged substantially parallel to each other, the clip having the general shape of a ring, the horns, respectively the clip, being intended to secure a bracelet, respectively a chain, to the fixing element;
  • the element comprises a second magnet, the second magnet being intended to maintain a relative position between the fixing element and the accessory.

Il est proposé, en troisième lieu, un dispositif comprenant un accessoire et un élément de fixation tels que présentés ci-dessus, l'élément de fixation ayant une forme complémentaire à la rainure de l'accessoire, l'élément de fixation étant inséré dans la rainure de l'accessoire.Thirdly, there is proposed a device comprising an accessory and a fixing element as presented above, the fixing element having a shape complementary to the groove of the accessory, the fixing element being inserted in the accessory groove.

Il est proposé, en quatrième lieu, une montre comprenant un accessoire et un élément de fixation tels que présentés ci-dessus, l'accessoire comprenant une cavité dans laquelle est inséré un mouvement de montre, l'accessoire définissant ainsi une boîte de montre, l'élément de fixation ayant une forme complémentaire à la rainure de la boîte de montre, l'élément de fixation étant apte à être inséré dans la rainure de la boîte de montre.Fourthly, a watch is proposed comprising an accessory and a fixing element as presented above, the accessory comprising a cavity in which a watch movement is inserted, the accessory thus defining a watch case, the fixing element having a shape complementary to the groove of the watch case, the fixing element being able to be inserted into the groove of the watch case.

Un tel dispositif permet ainsi le montage de l'accessoire sur un bracelet, une attache ou un support par le biais de l'élément de fixation.Such a device thus allows the accessory to be mounted on a bracelet, a clip or a support by means of the fixing element.

L'accessoire et l'élément de fixation sont aptes à être assemblés rapidement et sans outil.The accessory and the fixing element are able to be assembled quickly and without tools.

Le dispositif ne grève pas l'esthétique, le poids, l'encombrement ou le confort du port de celui-ci quel que soit le type de montage choisi.The device does not affect the aesthetics, weight, size or comfort of wearing it regardless of the type of assembly chosen.

D'autres caractéristiques et avantages de l'invention apparaîtront plus clairement et de manière concrète à la lecture de la description ci-après de modes de réalisation, laquelle est faite en référence aux dessins annexés dans lesquels :

  • la figure 1 est une vue schématique éclatée en perspective de dessus d'une boîte de montre, montée en montre-bracelet ;
  • la figure 2 est une vue schématique éclatée en perspective de dessous de la boîte de montre, montée en montre-bracelet, comme représenté sur la figure 1 ;
  • la figure 3 est une vue schématique en perspective de dessous de la boîte de montre, montée en montre-bracelet, comme représenté sur les figures 1 et 2 ;
  • la figure 4 est une vue schématique en perspective de dessous de la boîte de montre, représentée sur les figures 1 à 3, montée en montre à gousset ;
  • la figure 5 est une vue schématique en coupe de la boîte de montre, montée indifféremment en montre-bracelet ou en montre à gousset, suivant la ligne V-V représentée sur les figures 3 et 4 ;
  • la figure 6 est une vue schématique en perspective de dessous d'un mode de réalisation d'un accessoire, monté sur un bracelet ;
  • la figure 7 est une vue schématique en perspective de dessous d'un autre mode de réalisation d'un accessoire, monté sur un bracelet ;
  • la figure 8 est une vue schématique en perspective de dessous du mode de réalisation de l'accessoire, représenté sur la figure 7, monté sur une attache ;
  • la figure 9 est une vue schématique en coupe des modes de réalisation de l'accessoire, monté indifféremment sur un bracelet ou sur une attache, suivant la ligne IX-IX représentée sur les figures 6 à 8 ;
  • la figure 10a est une vue schématique en perspective de dessus d'un autre mode de réalisation d'un élément de fixation d'un accessoire ;
  • la figure 10b est une vue schématique en perspective de dessous d'un accessoire compatible avec l'élément de fixation, selon le mode de réalisation représenté sur la figure 10a ;
  • la figure 10c est une vue schématique en perspective de dessous de l'accessoire monté sur l'élément de fixation, selon le mode de réalisation illustré sur les figures 10a et 10b ;
  • la figure 11 est une vue schématique en perspective de la boîte de montre, représentée sur les figures 1 à 5, montée en montre de table.
Other characteristics and advantages of the invention will emerge more clearly and in a concrete manner on reading the following description of embodiments, which is given with reference to the appended drawings in which:
  • the figure 1 is a schematic exploded perspective view from above of a watch case mounted as a wristwatch;
  • the figure 2 is a schematic exploded perspective view from below of the watch case, mounted as a wristwatch, as shown in FIG. figure 1 ;
  • the figure 3 is a schematic perspective view from below of the watch case, mounted as a wristwatch, as shown in figures 1 and 2 ;
  • the figure 4 is a schematic perspective view from below of the watch case, shown in figures 1 to 3 , mounted in pocket watch;
  • the figure 5 is a schematic sectional view of the watch case, mounted either as a wristwatch or as a pocket watch, along the line VV shown on the figures 3 and 4 ;
  • the figure 6 is a schematic perspective view from below of an embodiment of an accessory, mounted on a bracelet;
  • the figure 7 is a schematic perspective view from below of another embodiment of an accessory, mounted on a bracelet;
  • the figure 8 is a schematic perspective view from below of the embodiment of the accessory, shown in FIG. figure 7 , mounted on a clip;
  • the figure 9 is a schematic sectional view of the embodiments of the accessory, mounted either on a bracelet or on a clip, following line IX-IX shown on the figures 6 to 8 ;
  • the figure 10a is a schematic perspective view from above of another embodiment of a fastening element of an accessory;
  • the figure 10b is a schematic perspective view from below of an accessory compatible with the fixing element, according to the embodiment shown in FIG. figure 10a ;
  • the figure 10c is a schematic perspective view from below of the accessory mounted on the fixing element, according to the embodiment illustrated in figures 10a and 10b ;
  • the figure 11 is a schematic perspective view of the watch case, shown in figures 1 to 5 , mounted as a table watch.

Sur les figures 1 et 2 est illustré un premier mode de réalisation d'un dispositif 1 comprenant une boîte 2 de montre, et deux éléments 3 de fixation, munis chacun d'une paire de cornes 4. Chaque paire de cornes 4 est destinée à solidariser une partie d'un bracelet (non représenté) à l'élément 3 de fixation, de sorte à former une montre-bracelet.On the figures 1 and 2 is illustrated a first embodiment of a device 1 comprising a watch case 2 , and two fixing elements 3 , each provided with a pair of horns 4. Each pair of horns 4 is intended to secure a part of a bracelet (not shown) to the fixing element 3 , so as to form a wristwatch.

La boîte 2 de montre comprend une rainure 5, dans laquelle l'élément 3 de fixation est apte à coulisser. L'élément 3 de fixation a une forme complémentaire à la rainure 5. The watch case 2 comprises a groove 5, in which the fixing element 3 is able to slide. The fixing element 3 has a shape complementary to the groove 5.

La boîte 2 de montre n'est qu'un premier mode de réalisation, représenté sur les figures 1 à 5 et 11, et ne limite pas l'invention à la conception d'une montre. En effet, selon d'autres modes de réalisation, illustrés sur les figures 6 à 10c, le dispositif 1 comprend un accessoire 6 portatif (bijou, pendentif, porte-clés, petit appareil électronique, ...), destiné à être fixé sur différents éléments 3 de fixation (bracelet, broche, collier, sautoir, bague, boucle d'oreille, boucle de ceinture, pince, ...).The watch case 2 is only a first embodiment, shown in the figures 1 to 5 and 11 , and does not limit the invention to the design of a watch. Indeed, according to other embodiments, illustrated on figures 6 to 10c , the device 1 comprises a portable accessory 6 (jewel, pendant, key ring, small electronic device, etc.), intended to be attached to various fixing elements 3 (bracelet, brooch, necklace, long necklace, ring, buckle) ear, belt buckle, clip, ...).

La boîte 2 de montre, et respectivement l'accessoire 6, comprennent une première face 7, une deuxième face 8 et une face 9 latérale reliant la première face 7 et la deuxième face 8. The watch case 2 , and respectively the accessory 6, comprise a first face 7, a second face 8 and a lateral face 9 connecting the first face 7 and the second face 8.

Selon des modes de réalisation représentés, la première face 7 correspond à la face de la boîte 2 de montre et de l'accessoire 6 comportant des informations (heure, bijou, informations connectées, ...) destinées à être vues. Selon d'autres modes de réalisations, lesdites informations figurent sur la deuxième face 8 ou sur la première face 7 et la deuxième face 8 de la boîte 2 de montre, et respectivement de l'accessoire 6. According to the embodiments shown, the first face 7 corresponds to the face of the watch case 2 and of the accessory 6 containing information (time, jewel, connected information, ...) intended to be viewed. According to other embodiments, said information appears on the second face 8 or on the first face 7 and the second face 8 of the watch case 2 , and respectively of the accessory 6.

Comme représenté sur les figures 1 à 4 et 11, la boîte 2 de montre a une forme générale sensiblement cylindrique, à section circulaire. La hauteur de la face 9 latérale est très inférieure à la dimension de la première face 7 et de la deuxième face 8. La première face 7 et la deuxième face 8 ont une forme sensiblement identique.As shown on figures 1 to 4 and 11 , the watch case 2 has a generally substantially cylindrical shape, with a circular section. The height of the lateral face 9 is much less than the dimension of the first face 7 and of the second face 8. The first face 7 and the second face 8 have a substantially identical shape.

Comme illustré sur les figures 6 à 8 et 10a à 10c, l'accessoire 6 a une forme générale parallélépipédique. La hauteur de la face 9 latérale est très inférieure à la dimension de la première face 7 et de la deuxième face 8. La première face 7 et la deuxième face 8 ont une forme sensiblement identique.As shown on the figures 6 to 8 and 10a to 10c , the accessory 6 has a general parallelepipedal shape. The height of the lateral face 9 is much less than the dimension of the first face 7 and of the second face 8. The first face 7 and the second face 8 have a substantially identical shape.

Selon des modes de réalisation différents, la boîte 2 de montre et l'accessoire 6 ont une forme quelconque.According to different embodiments, the watch case 2 and the accessory 6 have any shape.

L'élément 3 de fixation présente, de préférence, une forme générale complémentaire à la rainure 5 dans laquelle l'élément 3 de fixation est destiné à être inséré, de sorte à compléter la forme de la boîte 2 de montre ou de l'accessoire 6. The fixing element 3 preferably has a general shape complementary to the groove 5 in which the fixing element 3 is intended to be inserted, so as to complete the shape of the watch case 2 or of the accessory. 6.

La rainure 5 forme, dans la face 9 latérale, un trou 10 destiné à permettre l'entrée de l'élément 3 de fixation dans la rainure 5. The groove 5 forms, in the side face 9 , a hole 10 intended to allow the entry of the fixing element 3 into the groove 5.

Dans les modes de réalisations représentés sur les figures 7 et 8, la rainure 5 a une forme générale rectangulaire.In the embodiments shown on the figures 7 and 8 , the groove 5 has a generally rectangular shape.

Selon des modes de réalisation différents, la rainure 5 a une forme générale triangulaire ou elliptique, comme représenté respectivement sur les figures 6 et 10a à 10c.According to different embodiments, the groove 5 has a generally triangular or elliptical shape, as shown respectively in the figures 6 and 10a to 10c .

Selon des modes de réalisation non représentés, la rainure a une forme générale quelconque, à la particularité près que la rainure 5 s'évase vers le trou 10 formé dans la face 9 latérale. En d'autres termes, une section transversale de la rainure 5 présente une dimension diminuant depuis le trou 10 vers une extrémité de la rainure 5 opposée au trou 10. According to embodiments not shown, the groove has any general shape, except that the groove 5 widens towards the hole 10 formed in the side face 9. In other words, a cross section of the groove 5 has a dimension decreasing from the hole 10 towards an end of the groove 5 opposite to the hole 10.

Comme représenté sur les figures 5 et 9, la rainure 5 de la boîte 2 de montre, respectivement de l'accessoire 6, présente, en section transversale, un contour 11 ouvert. Le contour 11 comprend un fond 12, une ouverture 13, un premier côté 14 latéral et un deuxième côté 15 latéral. Le premier côté 14 latéral et le deuxième côté 15 latéral relient le fond 12 et l'ouverture 13. As shown on figures 5 and 9 , the groove 5 of the watch case 2 , respectively of the accessory 6, has, in cross section, an open contour 11. Outline 11 includes a bottom 12, an opening 13, a first lateral side 14 and a second lateral side 15. The first lateral side 14 and the second lateral side 15 connect the bottom 12 and the opening 13.

Selon le premier mode de réalisation, illustré sur la figure 5, le fond 12 et l'ouverture 13 définissent chacun un segment de droite. Le fond 12 et l'ouverture 13 sont sensiblement parallèles entre eux. Le premier côté 14 latéral et le deuxième côté 15 latéral comprennent chacun un premier segment 16 de maintien, relié au fond 12, un deuxième segment 17 de maintien, relié à l'ouverture 13 et un segment 18 intermédiaire de maintien, reliant le premier segment 16 de maintien et le deuxième segment 17 de maintien.According to the first embodiment, illustrated in figure 5 , the bottom 12 and the opening 13 each define a straight segment. The bottom 12 and the opening 13 are substantially parallel to each other. The first lateral side 14 and the second lateral side 15 each comprise a first retaining segment 16 , connected to the bottom 12, a second retaining segment 17 , connected to the opening 13 and an intermediate retaining segment 18 , connecting the first segment. 16 for maintaining and the second segment 17 for maintaining.

Le premier segment 16 de maintien du premier côté 14 latéral et le premier segment 16 de maintien du deuxième côté 15 latéral sont sensiblement perpendiculaires au fond 12. Le deuxième segment 17 de maintien du premier côté 14 latéral et le deuxième segment 17 de maintien du deuxième côté 15 latéral sont sensiblement perpendiculaires à l'ouverture 13. Le segment 18 intermédiaire de maintien du premier côté 14 latéral et le segment 18 intermédiaire de maintien du deuxième côté 15 latéral sont, respectivement, sensiblement perpendiculaires aux premiers segments 16 de maintien et aux deuxièmes segments 17 de maintien. La rainure 5 définit ainsi, en section transversale, une forme en T.The first retaining segment 16 of the first lateral side 14 and the first retaining segment 16 of the second lateral side 15 are substantially perpendicular to the bottom 12. The second retaining segment 17 of the first lateral side 14 and the second retaining segment 17 of the second side 15 are substantially perpendicular to the opening 13. The intermediate retaining segment 18 of the first lateral side 14 and the intermediate retaining segment 18 of the second lateral side 15 are, respectively, substantially perpendicular to the first retaining segments 16 and to the second retaining segments 17. The groove 5 thus defines, in cross section, a T-shape.

Selon d'autres modes de réalisation illustrés sur la figure 9, le fond 12 et l'ouverture 13 définissent chacun un segment de droite. Le fond 12 et l'ouverture 13 sont sensiblement parallèles entre eux. Le premier côté 14 latéral et le deuxième côté 15 latéral définissent chacun un segment de droite se rapprochant l'un de l'autre, depuis le fond 12 vers l'ouverture 13. La rainure 5 définit ainsi, en section transversale, une forme sensiblement trapézoïdale.According to other embodiments illustrated on figure 9 , the bottom 12 and the opening 13 each define a straight segment. The bottom 12 and the opening 13 are substantially parallel to each other. The first lateral side 14 and the second lateral side 15 each define a straight segment approaching one another, from the bottom 12 towards the opening 13. The groove 5 thus defines, in cross section, a substantially shape. trapezoidal.

Selon un mode de réalisation différent, la rainure 5 a une forme, en section transversale, quelconque, à la particularité près que le premier côté 14 latéral et le deuxième côté 15 latéral comprennent respectivement une première partie et une deuxième partie s'étendant, depuis le fond 12 vers l'ouverture 13, vers le côté 14,15 latéral opposé.According to a different embodiment, the groove 5 has any shape in cross section, except that the first lateral side 14 and the second lateral side 15 respectively comprise a first part and a second part extending, from the bottom 12 towards the opening 13, towards the opposite lateral side 14,15.

Le premier côté 14 latéral et le deuxième côté 15 latéral, dans leur totalité ou au moins la première partie et la deuxième partie de ceux-ci, permettent ainsi d'empêcher la sortie de l'élément 3 de fixation de la rainure 5 suivant une direction sensiblement perpendiculaire à l'ouverture 13. The first lateral side 14 and the second lateral side 15 , in their entirety or at least the first part and the second part thereof, thus make it possible to prevent the exit of the fixing element 3. of the groove 5 in a direction substantially perpendicular to the opening 13.

Comme représenté sur les figures 5 et 9, l'élément 3 de fixation présente, en section transversale, un périmètre 19 fermé. Le périmètre 19 comprend un premier pan 20, un deuxième pan 21, un premier bord 22 latéral et un deuxième bord 23 latéral. Le premier bord 22 latéral et le deuxième bord 23 latéral relient le premier pan 20 et le deuxième pan 21 entre eux.As shown on figures 5 and 9 , the fixing element 3 has, in cross section, a closed perimeter 19. The perimeter 19 comprises a first panel 20, a second panel 21, a first lateral edge 22 and a second lateral edge 23. The first side edge 22 and the second side edge 23 connect the first side 20 and the second side 21 to each other.

Selon le premier mode de réalisation illustré sur la figure 5, le premier pan 20 et le deuxième pan 21 définissent chacun un segment de droite. Le premier pan 20 et le deuxième pan 21 sont sensiblement parallèles entre eux. Le premier bord 22 latéral et le deuxième bord 23 latéral comprennent chacun un premier segment 24 de blocage relié au premier pan 20, un deuxième segment 25 de blocage relié au deuxième pan 21 et un segment 26 intermédiaire de blocage, reliant le premier segment 24 de blocage et le deuxième segment 25 de blocage.According to the first embodiment illustrated in figure 5 , the first panel 20 and the second panel 21 each define a straight segment. The first panel 20 and the second panel 21 are substantially parallel to each other. The first lateral edge 22 and the second lateral edge 23 each comprise a first blocking segment 24 connected to the first section 20, a second blocking segment 25 connected to the second section 21 and an intermediate blocking segment 26 , connecting the first segment 24 of blocking and the second blocking segment 25.

Le premier segment 24 de blocage du premier bord 22 latéral et le premier segment 24 de blocage du deuxième bord 23 latéral sont sensiblement perpendiculaires au premier pan 20. Le deuxième segment 25 de blocage du premier bord 22 latéral et le deuxième segment 25 de blocage du deuxième bord 23 latéral sont sensiblement perpendiculaires au deuxième pan 21. Le segment 26 intermédiaire de blocage du premier bord 22 latéral et le segment 26 intermédiaire de blocage du deuxième bord 23 latéral sont, respectivement, sensiblement perpendiculaires aux premiers segments 24 de blocage et aux deuxièmes segments 25 de blocage. L'élément 3 de fixation définit ainsi, en section transversale, une forme en T.The first segment 24 for locking the first side edge 22 and the first segment 24 for locking the second side edge 23 are substantially perpendicular to the first panel 20. The second segment 25 for locking the first side edge 22 and the second segment 25 for locking the second lateral edge 23 are substantially perpendicular to the second panel 21. The intermediate blocking segment 26 of the first lateral edge 22 and the intermediate blocking segment 26 of the second lateral edge 23 are, respectively, substantially perpendicular to the first blocking segments 24 and to the second locking segments 25. The fixing element 3 thus defines, in cross section, a T-shape.

Selon d'autres modes de réalisation illustrés sur la figure 9, le premier pan 20 et le deuxième pan 21 définissent chacun un segment de droite. Le premier pan 20 et le deuxième pan 21 sont sensiblement parallèles entre eux. Le premier bord 22 latéral et le deuxième bord 23 latéral définissent chacun un segment de droite se rapprochant l'un de l'autre depuis le premier pan 20 vers le deuxième pan 21. L'élément 3 de fixation définit ainsi, en section transversale, une forme sensiblement trapézoïdale.According to other embodiments illustrated on figure 9 , the first panel 20 and the second panel 21 each define a straight segment. The first panel 20 and the second panel 21 are substantially parallel to each other. The first lateral edge 22 and the second lateral edge 23 each define a straight segment approaching one another from the first section 20 towards the second section 21. The fixing element 3 thus defines, in cross section, a substantially trapezoidal shape.

Selon un mode de réalisation différent, l'élément 3 de fixation a une forme, en section transversale, quelconque, à la particularité près que le premier bord 22 latéral et le deuxième bord 23 latéral comprennent respectivement une première portion et une deuxième portion s'étendant, depuis le premier pan 20 vers le deuxième pan 21, vers le bord 22,23 latéral opposé.According to a different embodiment, the fastening element 3 has a shape, in cross section, of any shape, except for the particularity. that the first edge 22 side and the second side edge 23 respectively comprise a first portion and a second portion extending from the first face 20 towards the second facet 21 towards the opposite lateral edge 22,23.

Le premier bord 22 latéral et le deuxième bord 23 latéral, dans leur totalité ou au moins la première portion et la deuxième portion de ceux-ci, permettent ainsi d'empêcher la sortie de l'élément 3 de fixation de la rainure 5 suivant une direction sensiblement perpendiculaire à l'ouverture 13 de la rainure 5. The first lateral edge 22 and the second lateral edge 23 , in their entirety or at least the first portion and the second portion thereof, thus make it possible to prevent the exit of the fixing element 3 from the groove 5 following a direction substantially perpendicular to the opening 13 of the groove 5.

Selon le premier mode de réalisation représenté sur les figures 1 à 5 et 11 et un deuxième mode de réalisation illustré sur la figure 6, la rainure 5 de la boîte 2 de montre, et respectivement de l'accessoire 6, traverse la boîte 2 de montre, respectivement de l'accessoire 6, créant une lumière à travers la face 9 latérale, la lumière s'étendant d'un bout à l'autre de la boîte 2 de montre, respectivement de l'accessoire 6. La rainure 5 forme, dans la face 9 latérale, deux trous 10. Les trous 10 sont, de préférence, alignés suivant un axe sensiblement perpendiculaire à la section transversale de la rainure 5, comme représenté sur les figures 2 à 4 et 6. Les trous 10 ont une forme générale sensiblement identique.According to the first embodiment shown in the figures 1 to 5 and 11 and a second embodiment illustrated in figure 6 , the groove 5 of the watch case 2 , and respectively of the accessory 6, passes through the watch case 2 , respectively of the accessory 6, creating a light through the side face 9 , the light extending from one end to the other of the watch case 2 , respectively of the accessory 6. The groove 5 forms, in the side face 9 , two holes 10. The holes 10 are preferably aligned along an axis substantially perpendicular to the cross section of the groove 5, as shown in the figures 2 to 4 and 6 . The holes 10 have a substantially identical general shape.

Selon un troisième mode de réalisation, l'accessoire 6 comprend deux rainures 5, comme illustré sur les figures 7 et 8. Les rainures 5 sont séparées par une cloison 27. Chaque rainure 5 forme, dans la face 9 latérale, le trou 10. Les rainures 5 sont, de préférence, alignées suivant un axe sensiblement perpendiculaire à la section transversale des rainures 5. Les trous 10 ont une forme générale sensiblement identique.According to a third embodiment, the accessory 6 comprises two grooves 5, as illustrated in the figures 7 and 8 . The grooves 5 are separated by a partition 27. Each groove 5 forms, in the side face 9 , the hole 10. The grooves 5 are preferably aligned along an axis substantially perpendicular to the cross section of the grooves 5. The holes 10 have a substantially identical general shape.

Selon des modes de réalisation différents, la boîte 2 de montre comprend deux rainures 5. La boîte 2 de montre, et respectivement l'accessoire 6, comprend une unique rainure 5 non traversante.According to different embodiments, the watch case 2 comprises two grooves 5. The watch case 2 , and respectively the accessory 6, comprises a single non-traversing groove 5.

L'élément 3 de fixation du dispositif 1 est choisi en fonction de la rainure 5 de la boîte 2 de montre ou de l'accessoire 6 selon l'un des modes de réalisation décrits ci-dessous.The fixing element 3 of the device 1 is chosen as a function of the groove 5 of the watch case 2 or of the accessory 6 according to one of the embodiments described below.

Comme illustré sur les figures 1 à 3 et 6 à 8, le dispositif 1 comprend deux éléments 3 de fixation. Les éléments 3 de fixation comprennent chacun un corps 28 présentant, de préférence, une forme générale sensiblement identique.As shown on the figures 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 , the device 1 comprises two fixing elements 3. 3 fixing elements each comprise a body 28 preferably having a substantially identical general shape.

Selon un mode de réalisation représenté sur les figures 1 à 3, 6 et 7, chaque élément 3 de fixation comprend une paire de cornes 4. Chaque corne 4 saille, de préférence, du corps 28 de sorte à buter sur la boîte 2 de montre, ou respectivement l'accessoire 6, définissant une fin de course à l'élément 3 de fixation lorsque celui-ci est inséré dans la rainure 5. According to an embodiment shown in figures 1 to 3 , 6 and 7 , each fixing element 3 comprises a pair of horns 4. Each horn 4 preferably protrudes from the body 28 so as to abut on the watch case 2 , or respectively the accessory 6, defining a limit switch to the fastening element 3 when it is inserted into the groove 5.

Selon un mode de réalisation illustré sur la figure 8, un des deux éléments 3 de fixation comprend une attache 29. L'attache 29 est destinée à fixer à l'élément 3 de fixation à une chaîne, une dragonne ou tout objet (non représentés) facilitant la prise en main, le maintien et/ou la sécurisation du dispositif 1. L'élément 3 de fixation comprend également, de préférence, une butée 30 en saillie du corps 28 de l'élément 3 de fixation butant sur la boîte 2 de montre, ou respectivement l'accessoire 6, de sorte à définir une fin de course à l'élément 3 de fixation lorsque celui-ci est inséré dans la rainure 5. According to an embodiment illustrated in figure 8 , one of the two fixing elements 3 comprises a fastener 29. The fastener 29 is intended to fix to the fastening element 3 to a chain, a wrist strap or any object (not shown) facilitating the grip, the maintenance and / or the securing of the device 1. The fixing element 3 also preferably comprises a stop 30 projecting from the body 28 of the fixing element 3 abutting on the watch case 2 , or respectively the accessory 6, so as to define a limit switch for the fixing element 3 when the latter is inserted into the groove 5.

Le second des deux éléments 3 de fixation comprend, de préférence, uniquement le corps 28 venant compléter la rainure 5. The second of the two fixing elements 3 preferably comprises only the body 28 which completes the groove 5.

Comme illustré sur les figures 4 et 10a à 11, le dispositif 1 comprend un unique élément 3 de fixation. Le corps 28 de l'élément 3 de fixation présente une forme sensiblement identique à la forme de la rainure 5 de sorte à compléter la forme de la boîte 2 de montre, ou respectivement de l'accessoire 6, dans lequel l'élément 3 de fixation est inséré.As shown on the figures 4 and 10a to 11 , the device 1 comprises a single fixing element 3. The body 28 of the fixing element 3 has a shape substantially identical to the shape of the groove 5 so as to complete the shape of the watch case 2 , or respectively of the accessory 6, in which the element 3 of fastener is inserted.

Selon un mode de réalisation illustré sur la figure 4, l'élément 3 de fixation comprend l'attache 29 destinée à fixer à l'élément 3 de fixation à une chaîne, une dragonne ou tout objet (non représentés) facilitant la prise en main, le maintien et/ou la sécurisation du dispositif 1. L'élément 3 de fixation comprend également, de préférence, la butée 30 saillant du corps 28 de l'élément 3 de fixation de sorte à buter sur la boîte 2 de montre, ou respectivement l'accessoire 6, pour définir une fin de course à l'élément 3 de fixation lorsque celui-ci est inséré dans la rainure 5. According to an embodiment illustrated in figure 4 , the fixing element 3 comprises the clip 29 intended to fix the fixing element 3 to a chain, a wrist strap or any object (not shown) facilitating the grip, the maintenance and / or the securing of the device 1. The fixing element 3 also preferably comprises the stop 30 projecting from the body 28 of the fixing element 3 so as to abut on the watch case 2 , or respectively the accessory 6, to define an end. of the fastening element 3 when the latter is inserted into the groove 5.

Selon un mode de réalisation représenté sur la figure 11, l'élément 3 de fixation comprend un support 31. Le support 31 est orientable par rapport au corps 28 de l'élément 3 de fixation permettant de disposer le dispositif 1 sur un plan sensiblement horizontal à une inclinaison désirée. En variante, le support 31 comprend un moyen d'attache à un objet non horizontal. Le moyen d'attache est, par exemple, un aimant ou une bande adhésive.According to an embodiment shown in figure 11 , the fixing element 3 comprises a support 31. The support 31 is orientable relative to the body 28 of the fixing element 3 allowing to arrange the device 1 on a substantially horizontal plane at a desired inclination. As a variant, the support 31 comprises a means of attachment to a non-horizontal object. The attachment means is, for example, a magnet or an adhesive tape.

Selon un quatrième mode de réalisation représenté sur les figures 10a à 10c, un élément 3 de fixation comprend, de préférence symétriquement, deux paires de cornes 4 solidaires du corps 28 de l'élément 3 de fixation. Le corps 28 de l'élément 3 de fixation comprend une première pièce 42, apte à être insérée dans une rainure 5 non traversante de la boîte 2 de montre, ou respectivement de l'accessoire 6. Le corps 28 comprend également une deuxième pièce 43, à laquelle sont solidaires les cornes 4, s'étendant d'un bout à l'autre de la boîte 2 de montre, ou respectivement de l'accessoire 6. La deuxième pièce forme une surépaisseur, par rapport à la deuxième face 8, lorsque l'élément 3 de fixation est inséré dans la rainure 5. According to a fourth embodiment shown in figures 10a to 10c , a fixing element 3 comprises, preferably symmetrically, two pairs of horns 4 integral with the body 28 of the fixing element 3. The body 28 of the fixing element 3 comprises a first part 42, able to be inserted into a non-through groove 5 of the watch case 2 , or respectively of the accessory 6. The body 28 also comprises a second part 43 , to which are integral the horns 4, extending from one end to the other of the watch case 2 , or respectively of the accessory 6. The second part forms an extra thickness, relative to the second face 8, when the fixing element 3 is inserted into the groove 5.

La boîte 2 de montre, respectivement l'accessoire 6, et/ou l'élément 3 de fixation comprennent, de préférence, un ou plusieurs moyens de liaison. Les moyens de liaison sont aptes à solidariser la boîte 2 de montre, respectivement l'accessoire 6, et l'élément 3 de fixation lorsque ce dernier est inséré dans la rainure 5. The watch case 2 , respectively the accessory 6, and / or the fixing element 3 preferably comprise one or more connecting means. The connecting means are suitable for securing the watch case 2 , respectively the accessory 6, and the fixing element 3 when the latter is inserted into the groove 5.

Les moyens de liaisons sont, de préférence, des aimants 32,33, comme illustré sur les figures 1, 2, 5, 10a et 10b, par exemple des aimants de type terre rare, notamment néodyme fer bore.The connection means are preferably magnets 32,33, as illustrated on figures 1, 2 , 5 , 10a and 10b , for example magnets of rare earth type, in particular neodymium iron boron.

La boîte 2 de montre, respectivement l'accessoire 6, et/ou l'élément 3 de fixation comprennent ainsi, de préférence, un ou plusieurs aimants 32,33. The watch case 2 , respectively the accessory 6, and / or the fixing element 3 thus preferably comprise one or more magnets 32, 33.

Selon le premier mode de réalisation représenté sur les figures 1 à 4, la boîte 2 de montre et les éléments 3 de fixation comprennent chacun deux aimants 32 extrêmes. Les aimants 32 extrêmes sont disposés sensiblement à des angles 34 externes de la rainure 5 et respectivement du corps 28 des éléments 3 de fixation. Les aimants 32 extrêmes présentent une forme sensiblement parallélépipédique.According to the first embodiment shown in the figures 1 to 4 , the watch case 2 and the fastening elements 3 each comprise two end magnets 32 . The end magnets 32 are arranged substantially at external angles 34 of the groove 5 and respectively of the body 28 of the fixing elements 3. The end magnets 32 have a substantially parallelepipedal shape.

Selon le premier mode de réalisation, les éléments 3 de fixation comprennent également chacun plusieurs aimants 33 centraux. Les aimants 33 centraux sont disposés au niveau d'une limite 35 interne du corps 28 des éléments 3 de fixation. La limite 35 interne est opposée aux angles 34 externes. Les aimants 33 centraux sont, de préférence, disposés de sorte que le pôle de deux aimants 33 centraux consécutifs ne soient pas identiques. Les aimants 33 centraux présentent une forme sensiblement parallélépipédique.According to the first embodiment, the fixing elements 3 also each comprise several central magnets 33. The central magnets 33 are arranged at an internal limit 35 of the body 28 of the fixing elements 3. Internal limit 35 is opposite to the external angles 34. The central magnets 33 are preferably arranged so that the pole of two consecutive central magnets 33 are not identical. The central magnets 33 have a substantially parallelepipedal shape.

Selon des modes de réalisation différents, les aimants 32,33 ont une forme quelconque.According to different embodiments, the magnets 32,33 have any shape.

Selon des modes de réalisation différents, les éléments 3 de fixation comprennent uniquement les aimants 32 extrêmes.According to different embodiments, the fixing elements 3 only include the end magnets 32 .

Avantageusement, les aimants 32 extrêmes des éléments 3 de fixation sont disposés sensiblement en regard des aimants 32 extrêmes de la boîte 2 de montre, lorsque l'élément 3 de fixation est inséré dans la rainure 5 de la boîte 2 de montre.Advantageously, the end magnets 32 of the fixing elements 3 are arranged substantially opposite the end magnets 32 of the watch case 2 , when the fixing element 3 is inserted into the groove 5 of the watch case 2.

Selon le premier mode de réalisation représenté sur les figures 1 à 4, les aimants 33 centraux de chaque élément 3 de fixation insérés dans la rainure 5 sont disposés de telle sorte que deux aimants 33 centraux, appartenant respectivement à un des deux éléments 3 de fixation et disposés en face l'un de l'autre, s'attirent mutuellement.According to the first embodiment shown in the figures 1 to 4 , the central magnets 33 of each fixing element 3 inserted in the groove 5 are arranged so that two central magnets 33 , belonging respectively to one of the two fixing elements 3 and arranged opposite one another, s 'attract each other.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la cloison 27 comprend des aimants 33 centraux.According to one embodiment, the partition 27 comprises central magnets 33.

La boîte 2 de montre comprend, de préférence, des enceintes 36 dans lesquelles les aimants 32,33 sont insérés. Les enceintes 36 comprennent des parois 37 aptes à bloquer les ondes électromagnétiques émises par l'aimant 32,33 disposé dans celle-ci suivant toutes les directions autres qu'une direction prédéfinie.The watch case 2 preferably comprises enclosures 36 in which the magnets 32,33 are inserted. The enclosures 36 comprise walls 37 capable of blocking the electromagnetic waves emitted by the magnet 32,33 disposed therein in all directions other than a predefined direction.

Les enceintes 36 permettent ainsi d'isoler les aimants 32,33 de sorte à ne pas perturber le fonctionnement de la boîte 2 de montre ou d'un élément extérieur au dispositif 1 tout en assurant la solidarisation de l'élément 3 de fixation et de la boîte 2 de montre.The enclosures 36 thus make it possible to isolate the magnets 32, 33 so as not to disturb the operation of the watch case 2 or of an element external to the device 1 while ensuring the attachment of the fixing element 3 and of watch box 2.

En variante, les enceintes 36 sont disposées à proximité des aimants 32,33 bloquant la propagation des ondes électromagnétiques émises par les aimants 32,33 suivant une unique direction ou suivant plusieurs directions prédéfinies.As a variant, the enclosures 36 are arranged close to the magnets 32,33 blocking the propagation of the electromagnetic waves emitted by the magnets 32,33 in a single direction or in several predefined directions.

Selon le deuxième mode de réalisation, représenté sur les figures 6 à 9, l'élément 3 de fixation comprend une pièce 38 flexible, telle qu'un ressort ou une lame courbée, ayant une forme complémentaire à un évidement 39 de l'accessoire 6. La pièce 38 flexible et l'évidement 39 sont disposés sensiblement au centre du corps 28 de l'élément 3 de fixation et, respectivement, de l'accessoire 6. According to the second embodiment, shown in the figures 6 to 9 , the fixing element 3 comprises a flexible part 38 , such as a spring or a curved blade, having a shape complementary to a recess 39 of the accessory 6. The flexible part 38 and the recess 39 are arranged substantially at the bottom. center of body 28 of the fixing element 3 and, respectively, of the accessory 6.

En variante, les moyens de liaison sont, par exemple, des saillies aptes à pénétrer en force dans des évidements, des bandes adhésives ou encore une dimension générale de l'élément 3 de fixation sensiblement supérieure à la dimension de la rainure 5 de sorte que l'élément 3 de fixation soit inséré en force dans la rainure 5. As a variant, the connecting means are, for example, projections capable of penetrating by force into recesses, adhesive strips or else a general dimension of the fixing element 3 substantially greater than the dimension of the groove 5 so that the fastening element 3 is forcibly inserted into the groove 5.

Les moyens de liaison décrits ci-dessus sont combinables, et peuvent être dimensionnés de sorte à maintenir en place l'élément 3 de liaison dans la rainure 5. The connection means described above can be combined, and can be dimensioned so as to keep the connecting element 3 in place in the groove 5.

Selon un mode de réalisation différent, les moyens de liaison définissent la fin de course de l'élément 3 de fixation dans la rainure 5. Les moyens de liaison peuvent ainsi remplacer la saillie des cornes 4 sur la face 9 latérale ou la butée 30. According to a different embodiment, the connecting means define the end of travel of the fixing element 3 in the groove 5. The connecting means can thus replace the projection of the horns 4 on the side face 9 or the stop 30.

La boîte 2 de montre peut indifféremment afficher une heure de façon analogique ou numérique, à partir d'un mécanisme automatique, à pile ou à batterie ou d'un système électronique.The watch case 2 can indifferently display a time analogically or digitally, from an automatic, battery-powered or battery-operated mechanism or from an electronic system.

Selon le mode de réalisation représenté sur la figure 11, la boîte 2 de montre comprend des boutons (non représentés) et, en particulier, une couronne 40. According to the embodiment shown in figure 11 , the watch case 2 includes buttons (not shown) and, in particular, a crown 40.

Selon un mode de réalisation, la couronne 40 est disposée sensiblement sur une bissectrice de l'angle formé par les aiguilles lorsqu'elles indiquent 3h00 ou 12h15. Dans cette configuration, la couronne 40 est disposée entre la disposition standard pour une montre-bracelet (sur une droite confondue avec les aiguilles lorsqu'elles indiquent 3h15) et la disposition standard pour une montre à gousset ou une montre de table (sur une droite confondue avec les aiguilles lorsqu'elles indiquent 12h00).According to one embodiment, the crown 40 is disposed substantially on a bisector of the angle formed by the hands when they indicate 3:00 or 12:15. In this configuration, the crown 40 is arranged between the standard arrangement for a wristwatch (on a straight line merged with the hands when they indicate 3.15 am) and the standard arrangement for a pocket watch or a table watch (on a straight line confused with the hands when they indicate 12 o'clock).

Selon des modes de réalisation différents, la couronne 40 est disposée sur la droite confondue avec les aiguilles lorsqu'elles indiquent 3h15 ou sur la droite confondue avec les aiguilles lorsqu'elles indiquent 12h00, comme représenté sur la figure 11.According to different embodiments, the crown 40 is arranged on the right coincident with the hands when they indicate 3:15 or on the right coincident with the hands when they indicate 12 o'clock, as shown on the figure. figure 11 .

En variante, la couronne 40 est déplaçable entre les deux dernières positions décrites par un système de maintien de la couronne 40 sur des axes prévus à cet effet. La couronne 40 peut encore être rétractable, de sorte à se confondre dans la face 9 latérale de la boîte 2 de montre ou être disposée de manière non visible, par exemple dans la rainure 5. As a variant, the crown 40 can be moved between the last two positions described by a system for maintaining the crown 40 on axes provided for this purpose. The crown 40 can still be retractable, so as to merge into the side face 9 of the box 2 watch or be placed in a non-visible way, for example in the groove 5.

Avantageusement, la boîte 2 de montre comprend, sur la deuxième face 8, une cavité dans laquelle est inséré un mouvement de montre. La cavité comprend, de préférence, des parois 37 aptes à bloquer les ondes électromagnétiques émises par les aimants 32,33 afin d'isoler ces derniers de sorte à ne pas perturber le fonctionnement du mouvement.Advantageously, the watch case 2 comprises, on the second face 8, a cavity in which a watch movement is inserted. The cavity preferably comprises walls 37 capable of blocking the electromagnetic waves emitted by the magnets 32,33 in order to isolate the latter so as not to disturb the operation of the movement.

La boîte 2 de montre comprend une plaque 41 fermant la cavité et alignée avec la deuxième face 8. La plaque 41 est, par exemple, transparente laissant apparent l'envers du mouvement.The watch case 2 comprises a plate 41 closing the cavity and aligned with the second face 8. The plate 41 is, for example, transparent leaving visible the reverse side of the movement.

La plaque 41 est, de préférence, apte à bloquer les ondes électromagnétiques émises par l'aimant 32,33. The plate 41 is preferably able to block the electromagnetic waves emitted by the magnet 32,33.

Un tel dispositif 1 permet ainsi le montage de la boîte 2 de montre, ou respectivement l'accessoire 6, sur un bracelet, une attache 29 ou un support 31 par le biais de l'élément 3 de fixation.Such a device 1 thus allows the mounting of the watch case 2 , or respectively the accessory 6, on a bracelet, a clip 29 or a support 31 by means of the fixing element 3.

La boîte 2 de montre, ou respectivement l'accessoire 6, et l'élément 3 de fixation sont aptes à être assemblés rapidement et sans outil.The watch case 2 , or respectively the accessory 6, and the fixing element 3 are able to be assembled quickly and without tools.

Le dispositif 1 ne grève pas l'esthétique, le poids, l'encombrement ou le confort du port de celui-ci quel que soit le type de montage choisi.The device 1 does not affect the aesthetics, the weight, the size or the wearing comfort of the latter, whatever the type of assembly chosen.

Le dispositif 1 tel que décrit permet, par exemple, l'assemblage d'une montre en différents types de montres comme une montre-bracelet, une montre à gousset ou encore une montre de table mais également sur d'autres supports comme un pendentif ou une broche.The device 1 as described allows, for example, the assembly of a watch in different types of watches such as a wristwatch, a pocket watch or even a table watch but also on other supports such as a pendant or a brooch.

Une telle montre permet ainsi une personnalisation simple et rapide, en changeant le bracelet ou la façon de porter celle-ci, tout en assurant une résistance de fixation entre la boîte 2 de montre et l'élément 3 de fixation, dont les dimensions peuvent être déterminées facilement, évitant leur désolidarisation par leur propre poids ou par arrachement.Such a watch thus allows simple and rapid personalization, by changing the strap or the way it is worn, while ensuring a fastening resistance between the watch case 2 and the fastening element 3 , the dimensions of which can be varied. easily determined, avoiding their separation by their own weight or by tearing.

Les aimants 32,33 ne perdant pas leur magnétisme spontanément assurent une grande longévité à la fixation entre la boîte 2 de montre et l'élément 3 de fixation de la montreThe magnets 32,33, which do not spontaneously lose their magnetism, ensure a long service life for the fixing between the watch case 2 and the watch fixing element 3

Claims (8)

  1. A personal accessory (6), comprising:
    - a first face (7),
    - a second face (8),
    - a lateral face (9) connecting the first face (7) and the second face (8) to each other,
    the second face (8) comprising a groove (5) extending up to the lateral face (9), so as to form, on this lateral face (9), a hole (10) the shape of which is defined by a transverse cross-section of the groove (5), the groove (5) having, in a transverse cross-section, an open contour (11), the contour (11) comprising:
    - a bottom (12),
    - a first lateral side (14),
    - a second lateral side (15),
    - an opening (13),
    the first lateral side (14) and second lateral side (15) connecting the bottom (12) and the opening (13) to each other, the first lateral side (14) comprising a first part coming closer, from the bottom (12) to the opening (13), to the second lateral side (15), the second lateral side (15) comprising a second part coming closer, from the bottom (12) to the opening (13), to the first lateral side (14), the dimension of the bottom (12) of the contour (11) being constant or decreasing along a sense defined by a direction extending substantially perpendicular to the transverse cross-section of the groove (5) and running from the hole (10) of the lateral face (9) to an inner part of the accessory (6), this groove (5) being for receiving a fastener (3),
    characterised in that the accessory (6) comprises a magnet (32, 33) in said groove (5), the magnet (32, 33) being configured to hold a relative position between the accessory (6) and the fastener (3).
  2. The personal accessory (6) according to claim 1, characterised in that the bottom (12) and the opening (13) of the contour (11) of the transverse cross-section of the groove (5) each form a line segment substantially parallel to each other, the first lateral side (14) and second lateral side (15) of the contour (11) each comprise a first holding segment (16) substantially perpendicular to the bottom (12) and to the opening (13), an intermediate holding segment (18) substantially parallel to the bottom (12) and to the opening (13) and a second holding segment (17) substantially perpendicular to the bottom (12) and to the opening (13) so that the transverse cross-section of the groove (5) is generally of a T-shape.
  3. The personal accessory (6) according to any of the previous claims, characterised in that the groove (5) passes through the accessory (6) forming, on the lateral face (9), two holes (10).
  4. A fastener (3) for cooperating with a personal accessory (6) according to one of claims 1 to 3, the fastener (3) having, in a transverse cross-section,
    a closed perimeter (19) comprising:
    - a first section (20),
    - a second section (21),
    - a first lateral edge (22),
    - a second lateral edge (23),
    the first lateral edge (22) and second lateral edge (23) connecting the first section (20) and second section (21) to each other, the first lateral edge (22) comprising a first portion coming closer, from the first section (20) to the second section (21), to the second lateral edge (23), the second lateral edge (23) comprising a second portion coming closer, from the first section (20) to the second section (21), to the first lateral edge (22), the dimension of the first section (20) of the perimeter (19) being constant or decreasing along a direction extending substantially perpendicular to the transverse cross-section of the fastener (3), this fastener (3) being to be inserted into the groove (5) of said accessory (6), the fastener (3) being characterised in that it comprises a second magnet (32, 33), the second magnet (32, 33) being configured to hold a relative position between the fastener (3) and the accessory (6).
  5. The fastener (3) according to claim 4, characterised in that the first section (20) and second section (21) of the perimeter (19) of the transverse cross-section of the fastener (3) each form a line segment substantially parallel to each other, the first lateral edge (22) and second lateral edge (23) of the perimeter (19) each comprise a first blocking segment (24) substantially perpendicular to the first section (20) and second section (21), an intermediate blocking segment (26) substantially parallel to the first section (20) and second section (21) and a second blocking segment (25) substantially perpendicular to the first section (20) and second section (21) so that the transverse cross-section of the fastener (3) is generally of a T-shape.
  6. The fastener (3) according to any of claims 4 and 5, characterised in that it comprises two horns (4) or a clip (29) protruding from a body (28) of the fastener (3), the horns (4) being disposed substantially parallel to each other, the clip (29) being generally of a ring shape, the horns (4) and the clip (29), respectively being to secure a strap and a small chain, respectively to the fastener (3).
  7. A device comprising a personal accessory (6) according to any of claims 1 to 3 and a fastener (3) according to any of claims 4 to 6, the fastener (3) having a shape complementary to the groove (5) of the accessory (6), the fastener (3) being able to be inserted into the groove (5) of the accessory (6).
  8. A watch comprising an accessory (6) according to any of claims 1 to 3, and a fastener (3) according to any of claims 4 to 6, the accessory (6) comprising a cavity into which a clockwork is inserted, the accessory (6) thus defining a watch case (2), the fastener (3) having a shape complementary to the groove (5) of the watch case (2), the fastener (3) being able to be inserted into the groove (5) of the watch case (2).
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