The true story of Swiss watchmaking

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History of the brands

The true story of Onsa watches

Onsa

This Longeau-based manufacturer is renowned for the quality of its diving watches. It was acquired by Fortis in 1972.

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History of the brands

The true story of Sultana watches

Sultana

For many years, Compagnie des montres Sultana was managed by the Schwarz family of La Chaux-de-Fonds. In 1973 the company merged with Le Phare SA, also owned by members of the Schwarz family.

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History of the brands

The true story of Charles-Henri Meylan watches

Charles-Henri Meylan

Small in size but big in production quality, the C. H. Meylan Watch Co. perpetuated the tradition of fine watches in the Vallée de Joux until its takeover by Baume & Mercier in 1947.

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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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