Longines short history
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
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Jaeger-LeCoultre short history
This fine company dates back to 1833, when Antoine LeCoultre established his watchmaking workshop in Le Sentier, Switzerland. In 1847, LeCoultre produced its first movement… Read More »Jaeger-LeCoultre short history
What is a “Fusee”?
Early clocks were powered by heavy weights attached to long chains. Every day the weight was returned to the top of the clock, and throughout… Read More »What is a “Fusee”?
Oris watch company – 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 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
What is the Balance of a Watch?
The balance is a bar, balanced by two weights, or a circular ring, with a rim concentric to an axle carrying two pivots, upon which… Read More »What is the Balance of a Watch?
The Breguet system of watches – Literature
The Breguet system of watches differs essentially from those we have just described, first, in the caliber, and second, because the large pillar-plate, without pillars,… Read More »The Breguet system of watches – Literature
Longines chronograph with legendary movement 13ZN
The 13ZN, whose production started in 1936 (81 years ago!) can be safely considered as one of the best chronograph movements ever produced. Developed during… Read More »Longines chronograph with legendary movement 13ZN
Rolex Oyster – History from 1926
1926 Rolex creates the first really waterproof case in the world. The famous OYSTER is born. This registered name is a synonym of the watertight… Read More »Rolex Oyster – History from 1926
Tag Heuer History
In 1960, Edouard Heuer24 is the founder of a watchmaking workshop in St-Imier. In 1887, the story of the brand really starts with the invention… Read More »Tag Heuer History
The First Days and the Evolution of the Mid-500 Series Omega
The First Days and the Evolution of the Mid-500 Series In the 1950s and 1960s, Omega was a progressive and dynamic force in Swiss Watch… Read More »The First Days and the Evolution of the Mid-500 Series Omega
A History of USA Military Wristwatches WW2
To the World War II vet this may be a Hamilton, to the Vietnam vet it’s a plastic Benrus, and to the soldiers in the… Read More »A History of USA Military Wristwatches WW2
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