The true story of Swiss watchmaking

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History of the brands

The True Story of Continental Watches

Continental

The Continental brand has existed since the 19th century and has been used by several watchmaking companies. However, the Continental company itself was founded in 1953 to produce affordable Roskopf watches. After several changes in ownership, the company is still in business in Möhlin, near Basel.

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History of the brands

The true story of Lavina watches

Lavina

This Villeret manufacture produced its own movements right up to the end of its existence in the 1960s, and even produced Observatory chronometers.

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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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