History of the brands

The True Story of Mildia Watches

Mildia

This general-purpose manufacturer based in La Chaux-de-Fonds has a long history dating back to 1876. It was very active in the 1950s and 1960s before being acquired by Schwarz-Etienne, which did not use the brand name.

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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 history of Orfina watches

Orfina

Now defunct, this Grenchen manufacturer was very interested in chronographs, and was even the first to collaborate with Porsche Design on the development of their first range of watches.

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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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