History of the brands

The true story of Recta watches

Recta

A curious destiny for this Biel-based manufacturer, founded in 1897 and best known today for its superb compasses, which are used the world over.

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History of the brands

The true story of Eigeldinger watches

Eigeldinger

André Eigeldinger created one of the first factories in La Chaux-de-Fonds to focus exclusively on wristwatches. But lacking a strong brand, the company disappeared in 1963.

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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 Glycine

Glycine

Fabrique d'Horlogerie La Glycine was one of the first Swiss watchmakers to market automatic watches in the early 1930s, and some of its models, such as the Airman and Vacuum, are sought-after by collectors today.

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