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Venus Yellow Gold Extremely Rare Vintage Antimagnetic Mechanical Wristwatch
Located in Metairie, LA
equal anywhere. Founded in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland in 1902, The Venus watch company joined an
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
S. Kocher Ladies platinum Diamond Art Deco manual Wristwatch
Located in Metairie, LA
by the Swiss S. Kocher watch company. It keeps very good time. We have yet to see its match
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Custom Stainless 45 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Breitling Super Avenger Wristwatc
By Breitling
Located in Metairie, LA
Founded in 1884, in Saint-Imier, Switzerland. The Breitling Watch company has been crafting some
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Signed Corum Stylish Vintage 1970s Gold Long Necklace with Watch
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: necklace with watch as pendant
Condition: very good condition
Do
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Very Rare Two-Tone IWC "Top Hat"
Located in New York, NY
Hat." The watch dates to the early 1940s and houses the important and excellent IWC caliber 87
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Clocks
IWC SCHAFFHAUSSEN Ingenieur wall clock salle d
exposition horloge murale
Located in Ottawa, ON
IWC Schaffhaussen Ingenieur showroom advertising wall clock is in solid metal. Sought after by IWC Schaffhaussen Ingenieur enthusiasts and collectors this is considered the holly gra...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Scandinavian Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Antique 14k Yellow Gold HY Moser Single Button Chronograph Pocket Watch
Located in Birmingham, AL
function. The watch was made by Swiss watch company HY Moser in the very late 19th or early 20th century
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Edwardian Pocket Watches
AGASSIZ Rare Rose Gold World Time Pocket Watch
Located in Chicago, IL
Cottier who worked with many of the finest Swiss watch companies including Patek Philippe and Vacheron
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
14k Gold
Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful ladies watch created by one of the most renown Swiss watch companies Vacheron-Constantin
Category
Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Tubogas Retro Watch Wrap Bracelet by Neiman Marcus, 1950s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare tubogas wrap bracelet watch commissioned by Neiman Marcus with a Swiss watch company Blancpain
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Zeno-watch Basel 41x46mm Stainless Steel Ref: 131
Located in București, București
. Zeno-Watch Basel is a Swiss watch company with a history that dates back to 1868. They are known for
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Retro Period, Rose Gold, Ruby, and Diamond Cocktail Watch
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
inside the rear of the case for the Champ Swiss watch company (17 jewel movement). The 13 diamonds in
Category
Mid-20th Century American Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Juvenia 1925 Swiss Art Deco Enameled Travel Purse Clock In .925 Sterling Silver
By Juvenia
Located in Miami, FL
the few Swiss watch companies to have manufactured watches without interruption since its creation
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Patek Philippe 1980s 18 Karat Gold Textured Necklace
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Designed and manufactured by the renown Swiss watch company Patek Philippe, they created a limited
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Certina Lady’s Wrist Watch
By Certina Watch Company
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Certina Lady’s Wrist Watch. It depicts an 18K/750 gold round case with sandy beige color
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Waltham Chromium Tonneau Shaped Three Register Chronograph Manual Watch
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Chronograph / Tonneau Shaped
METAL
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Zenith Stainless Steel El Primero Triple Date Chronograph Automatic Watch
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Zenith Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Triple Date / Chronograph
METAL
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
2012 Corum Limited Edition Stainless Steel Automatic Bubble Watch 08.150.20
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this 2012 Limited Edition Mens Stainless Steel Automatic Corum Bubble Watch
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1898 $5 Gold Eagle-Liberty Corum Quartz Watch
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About
1898 $5 Gold Eagle-Liberty Corum Quartz Watch
Watch is keeping good time
Case is 25mm
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zodiac Sea Wolf Stainless Steel Automatic Diver Wrist Watch, circa 1960s
By Zodiac Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
window. Swiss made, this watch is durable and great looking. It has been serviced recently and will keep
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Illinois Open Faced Pocket Watch with Kiln Fired Enamel Dial from 1919
By Illinois Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
pocket watch was produced by one of America's famous watch companies. Illinois Watch Company was renowned
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Ball Flying Scotsman 18 Karat Rose Gold Men
s Watch NM2198D-PG-LCJ-WH
By Ball Watch Company
Located in Dallas, TX
Ball Flying Scotsman 18K Rose Gold Men's Watch NM2198D-PG-LCJ-WH - Automatic winding. 18K Rose gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage Corum 18k Yellow Gold 23mm Five 5 Dollar Coin Quartz Wrist Watch
By Corum Watch Company
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Corum.
Movement: Swiss Made - Quartz
Case Material: Solid 18k Gold
Case Serial Number
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
International Watch Company Platinum Tuxedo Pocket Watch
By IWC
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: International Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Tuxedo Watch
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Platinum
International Watch Company Automatic Gents Wristwatch
By IWC
Located in London, GB
entrepreneurship. Florentine Ariosto Jones, a watchmaker from Boston, founds the International Watch Company in
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
IWC International Watch Company Large Rose Gold Pocket Watch
Located in Southampton, PA
18k rose gold large 54mm pocket watch by IWC International Watch Co.
This watch works great, fully
Category
20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
IWC International Watch Company Yellow Gold Large Pocket Watch
By IWC
Located in Southampton, PA
18k yellow gold large 53mm pocket watch by IWC International Watch Co.
This watch works great
Category
20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Rolex Watch Company Stainless Steel Gold Bezel Bubble Back Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Bubble Back / 3133 / Oyster Perpetual
Category
Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex Watch Company Rose Gold Stainless Steel Datejust Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Datejust / 1601
METAL: Rose Gold
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Vintage 18K Tiffany
Company, Movado Wrist watch
By Movado
Located in Chicago, IL
18K yellow gold Movado 17 Jewel manual wind wrist watch for Tiffany & Company, Raised case markers
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
International Watch Company Gold Keyless Lever Open Face Pocket Watch C1920S
By IWC
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An International Watch Company 14ct yellow gold, keyless lever open face pocket watch, C1920s with
Category
20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
M
W Ullmann
Company Gold Chain Link Watch
Located in Dallas, TX
M & W Ullmann & Company Gold Chain Link Watch - Manual winding. Yellow Gold (20 mm). Champagne dial
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Rolex Watch Company Ladies Rose Gold Diamond Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Bracelet / Diamond Bezel / Evening Watch
Category
Vintage 1910s Swiss Wrist Watches
International Watch Company Full Hunter Keyless Manual Wind Lever Pocket Watch
By IWC
Located in Mayfair, London, London
International Watch Company 14Kt Rose 50mm Gold Full Hunter Keyless Manual Wind Lever Movement
Category
20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Corum Bubble Orange Chronograph Wristwatch Iob
By Corum Watch Company
Located in New York, NY
brochure. Collectible Clocks Watches For Men And Women.
Dimensions: Watch face: 33 mm All measurements are
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Zenith Yellow and White Gold Oversized Pocket Wristwatch, circa 1920s
By Zenith Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Zenith Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Pocket Watch Wrist Watch
METAL
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Tourneau Watch Company Stainless Steel Three Register Chronograph
By Tourneau
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Tourneau Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: 788
METAL / MATERIAL: Steel
CIRCA / YEAR
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Zodiac Seawolf Steel with Original Bracelet and Dial, circa 1960s
By Zodiac Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Zodiac Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Sea Wolf
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Longines Watch Company for Shreve
Co. Ladies White Gold Art Deco Watch
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company / for Shreve and Co.
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Hand
Category
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Patek Philippe for Tiffany
Company Elipse Ladies Wrist Watch
By Patek Philippe for Tiffany
Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 Patek Philippe Reference 3349 Elipse Retailed by Tiffany & Company, 22 X 19 M.M. 18K
Category
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Jacob and Company Stainless Steel Diamond Oversized Tonneau Shaped Watch
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Jacob and Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Tonneau / Q63
METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Tiffany
Company 1930s Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Pocket Watch
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930s Tiffany & Company Gents Pocket Watch, 41 M.M. 2 piece Platinum case with Diamond set
Category
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Silver Cased Minute Repeater Pocket Watch Retailed by Lebolt
Company
By IWC
Located in Chicago, IL
Switzerland, who sourced many of their movements from I.W.C. International Watch Company, this possibly being
Category
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 5552 Alabama Power Company Presentation Watch
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Oyster bracelet marked 1963 and a special presentation engraving on the case back showing that this watch
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Blancpain Swiss 1960 French Retro Modern Bracelet Watch In 18Kt Gold
Gemstones
By Blancpain
Located in Miami, FL
Genève Swiss by the Blancpain Watch Company, for the French market, back in the 1960. This beautiful
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Mid Century Lighthouse Gilt and Silvered Brass Weather Compendium by Angelus
By Angelus
Located in London, GB
A midcentury eight day timepiece weather compendium by the renowned Swiss watch company, Angelus
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Mantel Clocks
Materials
Brass
1950s Lucian Piccard Diamond Shaped Sapphire Yellow Gold Cufflinks
By Lucien Piccard
Located in Miami Beach, FL
depth including toggle is .86"
Lucien Piccard is a watch Swiss watch company that made its cases and
Category
Vintage 1950s Cufflinks
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
IWC International Watch
Co pocket watch in 18 karat gold. 1910s Swiss Made
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful 18 karat gold pocket watch from Intenational Watch & Co. Manufactory IWC: Perfectly
Category
20th Century Swiss Other Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Gold
EBEL Swiss 1960 Modernist Wristwatch In 18Kt Gold With Lapis Lazuli
By Ebel
Located in Miami, FL
Switzerland by the Ebel Watch Company, back in the 1960's. The wristwatch has been crafted with retro
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Lucien Piccard 1970 Swiss Geometric Wristwatch In Textured 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Lucien Piccard
Located in Miami, FL
Switzerland by the watch company of Lucien Piccard, back in the 1960's. The case is squared, crated is solid
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Tiger s Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex 18k Gold Ladies Datejust 6917 Automatic w/Diamond, c.1975 Swiss Lux LV889
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
to dazzle.
International Vintage Watch Company (IVWC), Beverly Hills, California, USA
THE FINEST
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold
ROLEX Stainless Steel and White Gold Cotton Bowl Classic Datejust Wristwatch circa 1970
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
example of how the Swiss Rolex watch company has a reach which touches so many aspects of life in the US
Category
Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
Mens Rolex Ref 7002 Presentation 14k Gold Filled 35mm Automatic 1970s RA424
By Rolex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
watches that Rolex sold directly to companies. They were never for sale through an AD, a fine addition to
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Gold-filled
Chopard Ladies 26mm 18K Rose Gold White Roman Dial Quartz Ref: 983
By Chopard
Located in București, București
check our terms&conditions agreement.
Chopard is a Swiss luxury watch and jewelry company founded in
Category
Early 2000s Romanian Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Vintage Concord 14k Yellow Gold Leather Wristwatch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Founded in Biel, Switzerland in 1908, Concord Watch Company was an early wristwatch innovator, designing
Category
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Universal Genève 1950 Swiss Retro Modernist Bangle Watch In 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Universal Genève
Located in Miami, FL
Genève Swiss by the Universal Watch Company, back in the 1950. This mechanical bangle-watch was made
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Retro Bracelets
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fiat Watch Co. 1950 Swiss Travel Pendant Clock Nickel Silver and Green Leather
By Fiat
Located in Miami, FL
, manufactured in Switzerland by the Fiat Watch Company during the post war period, back in the 1950. This clock
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Materials
Nickel
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Switzerland Watch Company For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact switzerland watch company you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, stainless steel and 18k gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a switzerland watch company from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A switzerland watch company from Rolex, Longines and Omega — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a switzerland watch company featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and baguette cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a switzerland watch company, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Switzerland Watch Company?
On average, a switzerland watch company at 1stDibs sells for $4,800, while they’re typically $98 on the low end and $498,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Finding the Right Watches for You
Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs.
While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind.
Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
When shopping for a watch, it’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
Find exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs that includes Cartier watches, Rolex watches, Patek Philippe watches and more — we promise it will be worth your time.
Questions About Switzerland Watch Company
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, all Certina watches are made in Switzerland. Adolf and Alfred Kurth founded the watchmaker in 1888 in Grenchen, Switzerland. Today, the Swatch Group owns the company. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Certina watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024How much Swiss watches cost in Switzerland isn't that different from how much they sell for in the U.S. or elsewhere. You may sometimes enjoy modest cost savings by purchasing a watch in Switzerland. However, the country has a 20% value-added tax (VAT) that may offset any discounts you would get from buying abroad. Explore a diverse assortment of Swiss watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024Many watches are made in Geneva, Switzerland. The Swiss city is a major center for watch production and the home of numerous watch brands. Among them are Patek Philippe, Rolex, Breitling, Audemars Piguet, TAG Heuer, Vacheron Constantin and Omega. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Swiss watches.
- Is Cartier a watch company?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Yes, Cartier is a watch company. It also produces jewelry, sunglasses and other accessories. For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the best-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world. One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, many people only used pocket watches.) Louis Cartier designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Cartier watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024There is no single most prestigious watch company. In fact, many makers produce reliable, innovative timepieces out of fine materials. Some of the leading names in the world of luxury watches include Rolex, Patek Philippe, Omega, Vacheron Constantin, Richard Mille, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Blancpain, Cartier and Audemars Piguet. Find a wide range of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024The answer to the question of when did Watches of Switzerland buy Mappin Webb may be a bit surprising, as it's a misconception that the latter company purchased the former. By the 1990s, the company Asprey owned both Mappin Webb and Watches of Switzerland. In 1998, Judith Pilkington arranged for the sale of both Mappin Webb and Watches of Switzerland, starting a new organization. Subsequently, the two brands went through a series of owners, including the Baugur Group, Landsbanki and Apollo Global Management. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024The Rado Watch Company is more than 100 years old. Brothers Ernst, Fritz and Werner Schlup founded the company as Schlup Co. in Lengnau, Switzerland, in 1917. During the 1950s, the brothers introduced the Rado watch brand and subsequently changed the name of their company to correspond with their successful collection. Find a range of Rado watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Here are some of the oldest British watch companies: Founded in 1846, the Fears Watch Company of Bristol operated continuously until the 1970s, when the quartz crisis led to financial difficulties. The founder's great-great-great grandson relaunched the brand in 2016. Other British brands with long histories include Smiths Watches, established in 1851, and the Rochester Watch Company, which opened in 1900. Shop a wide range of watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024The history of the Record Watch Company traces back to Tramelan, Switzerland, where a group of watchmakers established the company. Their singular goal was to introduce a new type of pocket watch. Called the Sector Watch, the timepiece featured a triangular case and a retrograde display for easy reading. In 1916, the company merged with a number of other small Swiss makers to form the Record Dreadnought Watch Co. S.A. During the decades that followed, Record Dreadnought Watch manufactured a wide variety of clocks, watches and other components under several brand names, including Record. Like many watchmakers, Record Dreadnought Watch contributed to the war effort during World War II by manufacturing watches for the British military. In 1949, the company changed its name to Record Watch Co. S.A. Eleven years later, it became the first Swiss watchmaker to earn the approval of the U.S. government for its pocket watches to be used on U.S. railways. A year later, Longines purchased Record, though it continued to produce watches under the Record brand name for 30 years. Today, Longines has a collection that features timepieces inspired by the Record brand. Explore a selection of Record watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024No, the Waltham Watch Company does not still exist. The watchmaker went out of business in 1981. However, a subsidiary of the original company, Waltham, SA, does continue to manufacture timepieces. Shop a range of Waltham Watch Company watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024The Illinois Watch Company went out of business in 1928. However, the Hamilton Watch Company purchased the brand and continued to manufacture timepieces under the Illinois name for decades after. In 2004, Swatch bought the Hamilton Watch Company and surrendered the Illinois Watch Company brand name. A new group of investors purchased the name in 2009 and began manufacturing timepieces under the brand again. Shop a range of Illinois Watch Company watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No. The USA-based Elgin Watch Company sadly closed its doors in 1968. The rights to the Elgin name were purchased by MZ Berger Inc., which manufactures watches in China and distributes them outside of conventional watch shops. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Elgin watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024Yes, Vacheron Constantin is the oldest watch company in the world that remains in operation today. It was founded in 1755 by Jean-Marc Vacheron, the son of a master weaver in Geneva who instilled in his children his belief that working with one’s hands is a noble endeavor. Vacheron took his father’s convictions to heart and opened his watchmaking workshop at the age of 24. The watchmaker made custom watches for royalty and was an innovator in its field. Since becoming known as Vacheron Constantin in 1819 — and later, Vacheron Constantin — the company has enjoyed international acclaim for everything from jewelry watches to provocatively shaped designs. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Vacheron Constantin watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024The history of the American Waltham Watch Company started in 1854, when Aaron Lufkin Dennison founded the company in Waltham, Massachusetts. There, it began to manufacture watches with interchangeable parts, a new approach to production that allowed the company to prepare watches much more quickly than its competitors. Still, the company experienced economic hardships during its early years, and Dennison was forced to sell his company to Royal E. Robbins in 1857. When the Civil War broke out in 1861, Robbins and his business partners, Henry Asher Robbins and Daniel F. Appleton, capitalized on the military's need for reliable watches by introducing an inexpensive $13 timepiece called the William Ellery. Following the war, the company became a supplier to major railways. After a period of sluggish sales as a result of the Panic of 1907, the American Waltham Watch Company revived the business by expanding its manufacturing into fuses and other essential materials for World War I. By the 1920s, the company was producing wristwatches and continued to do so despite changes in ownership during the 1950s and ’60s. By the 1970s, the company was no longer manufacturing watches but had licensed its name to other watchmakers, a practice that continues to this day. On 1stDibs, find a range of American Waltham Watch Company watches.
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