History of the brands

The true story of Henry Moser & Cie watches

Henry Moser

A legendary figure in 19th-century Swiss watchmaking, Henry Moser established a watch factory bearing his name in Le Locle. Several generations of his family took over the business in the 20th century, ensuring its continuity, and it was relaunched in the 21st century.

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History of the brands

The true story of Owix watches

Owix

This small Grenchen manufacturer had a rather short existence: the factory, founded in 1929, was absorbed by Wega in 1974.

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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 Libana watches

Libana

Libana was established in Biel by Sigmund Liebmann, a prolific entrepreneur whose companies are now all defunct.

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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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