The true story of Swiss watchmaking

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History of the brands

The true story of Zila watches

Zila

This small generalist manufacturer based in La Heutte, near Biel, produced a few remarkable models, particularly 8-day calendar watches, but disappeared at the beginning of the 21st century.

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History of the brands

The true story of Palmyra watches

Palmyra

The Fabrique L. Tièche-Gammeter of Palmyra watches had a short existence, as it was bought out by Meyer & Stüdeli barely 14 years after its creation.

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History of the brands

The true story of Buttes Watch

Buttes Watch

Officially founded in 1923, Fabrique d'Horlogerie Buttes Watch, which specializes in chronographs, actually dates back to the 19th century.

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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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