19 September 2024

Andre Gennie

8 Iconic Swiss Watch Brands

1. Swiss Military

Swiss Military watches were a brand conceptualized and founded by Hans Noll in 1963. He devised them primarily to withstand the rigorous physical training of the military.

2. Swiss Eagle

Swiss Eagle watches were born in the vicious climate of the Alps in 1961. The founders aimed to manufacture the perfect watch acclimated to the sporty, sturdy, and rugged environment.

3. Rolex

Rolex watches are synonymous with luxury. The brand was founded by Hans Wilsdorf in London in 1905, but he shifted it to Switzerland in 1919. The brand is known for craftsmanship, luxury, and prestige.

4. Omega

Founded by Louis Brandt in 1848, the brand began by the name La Generale Watch Company. It was changed to Omega in 1903. Omega watches are built with co-axial escapement to reduce friction.

5. Patek Philippe

Patek Philippe was conceptualized by Polish immigrants Antoni Patek and Adrien Philippe in 1839. Patek Philippe are heirlooms due to their limited production, exclusivity, and hand craftsmanship.

6. Tissot

The brand Tissot was established by the father-son duo of Charles-Félicien Tissot and his son Charles-Émile Tissot in 1853. Tissot watches are known for their tactile technology & affordable price point.

7. Cartier

Cartier is a subsidiary of the Swiss conglomerate Richemont Group. Cartier watches use precious materials, such as the blue sapphire cabochon crown in their Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch.

8. Audemars Piguet

Jules-Louis Audemars & Edward-Auguste Piguet founded Audemars Piguet in 1875. Audemars Piguet watches are known for mechanical movement, sporty yet elegant aesthetics, & hand-finished details.