When people think about Swiss watchmaking, names like Rolex, Omega, and Patek Philippe often come to mind. But behind every one of those iconic brands… Read More »History of Bergeon, Switzerland, the Watchmaker Tools Company
Founded in 1867, Longines became the world’s first watch trademark and the first Swiss company to assemble watches under one roof. In 1877, Longines won… Read More »Longines short history
Oris was founded in 1902 under the brand name Lohner & Nägelin in Hölstein as a local watch factory. In 1903 the company registered the… Read More »Oris watch company – history
Unitas was a Swiss ebauche movement manufacturer established in 1898, joining Ebauches SA in 1932, and still in existence as part of ETA. Auguste Reymond… Read More »Unitas Watch Company – History
Formerly the Independent Watch Co. Some new machinery installed, but sales of the watch lagged very badly. In the fall of 1885 the machinery was… Read More »Fredonia Watch Co; Fredonia, New York – 1883-1885