History of the brands

The True Story of Sandoz of Switzerland Watches

Sandoz

The surname Sandoz is very common in Switzerland, and many people with that surname have been watchmakers. The Sandoz watches featured in this article are associated with Henri Sandoz-Robert, who began his business in Les Ponts-de-Martel in 1898.

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History of the brands

The True Story of Choisi Watches

Choisi

Founded in Geneva in 1929, Choisi has had an eventful history and has moved several times. The company has weathered several crises and still exists today.

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History of the brands

The true story of Delbana watches

Delbana

This generalist manufacturer from Grenchen is best known for its attractive movable-dial watches from the 1950s. During the "quartz crisis", the brand was transferred to the Wega factory.

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History of the brands

The true story of Lanco and the Société d'Horlogerie de Langendorf

Lanco

The Société d'Horlogerie de Langendorf, the birthplace of the Lanco brand, was once Switzerland's most important watch manufacturer. It no longer exists, and its eventful history is difficult to reconstruct.

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