History of the brands

The true story of Ilona watches

Ilona

Founded during the Roskopf watch boom in the 1950s, this manufacturer based in Granges was unable to withstand the collapse in prices during the "quartz crisis."

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History of the brands

The True Story of Exactus Watches

Exactus

After its acquisition in 1950, Exactus became Precimax's sister brand but remained independent. It even became the main brand before disappearing during the "quartz crisis."

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History of the brands

The true story of Fortis watches

Fortis

A pioneer of the automatic watch, Walter Vogt built Fortis into a watchmaking company that was always at the cutting edge of technological innovation. The company's complex history continues to this day.

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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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