History of the brands

The True Story of Sandoz of Switzerland Watches

Sandoz

The surname Sandoz is very common in Switzerland, and many people with that surname have been watchmakers. The Sandoz watches featured in this article are associated with Henri Sandoz-Robert, who began his business in Les Ponts-de-Martel in 1898.

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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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History of the brands

The true story of Tramelan Watch

Tramelan Watch

The Manufacture d'Horlogerie Tramelan Watch Co. was founded in Tramelan in 1907. It is the originator of the DAMAS brand.

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