History of the brands

The true story of Driva watches

Driva

This La Chaux-de-Fonds-based watchmaker made a name for itself in 1937 with the launch of the first mass-produced repeater wristwatch, and in the 1970s with "concept-watches" that were far ahead of their time.

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History of the brands

The true history of Orfina watches

Orfina

Now defunct, this Grenchen manufacturer was very interested in chronographs, and was even the first to collaborate with Porsche Design on the development of their first range of watches.

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History of the brands

The true story of The Rode Watch Co, Fabrique Avia

Rode Watch

This American-Swiss manufacturer from the very early 20th century produced high quality watches, and created the Avia brand, taken over much later by Degoumois & Cie.

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History of the brands

The true story of Ardath watches

Ardath

Compared to other century-old companies, Ardath's lifespan was relatively short at 60 years, but from the late 1950s onwards it created some really interesting models, such as diving watches and dual time zone watches.

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