The true story of Swiss watchmaking

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History of the brands

The true story of Urania watches

Urania

This former factory in Biel was regularly awarded prizes at national and international exhibitions, but it disappeared during the crisis of the 1930s.

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History of the brands

The true story of Delbana watches

Delbana

This generalist manufacturer from Grenchen is best known for its attractive movable-dial watches from the 1950s. During the "quartz crisis", the brand was transferred to the Wega factory.

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History of the brands

The true story of Repco watches

Repco

Founded by Pierre Nicolet, this Tramelan factory has remained faithful to mechanical watches and has not withstood the "quartz crisis".

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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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