Universal Geneve was a great brand, and its vintage pieces are still coveted by collectors. It also shares an interesting, intertwined history with Patek Philippe through the Henri Stern Watch...
Category: Watchmaking history
I'm a big fan of H. Moser, even if I can't afford one of their watches at the moment. What other brand would make a watch out of Swiss cheese, or create the Swiss Alp watch so that people can...
Most Luxury Watchmakers Are Really Old, But Who Owns The Oldest Watch Brand?
Part of the prestige of many brands, whether we realize it or not, is usually tied to the age of the watchmaker. I use the word "part of" intentionally, as newer brands (like FP Journe for example)...
Before TAG: A History of Heuer-Leonidas And Its Focus On Chronographs
Before TAG Heuer, there was Heuer-Leonidas. The history of Heuer is heavily influenced by the chronograph. After Heuer and Leonidas merged, the combined company was actually the largest manufacturer...
A Very American Story (History Of The Waltham Watch Company)
The history of the Waltham Watch Company isn't as well known as it should be. It invented the American Watchmaking System, which was pioneered by Aaron Dennison. He's the American behind the system...
Five Interesting Vintage Watch Ads (From Brands I Know Nothing About)
In my quest to acquire vintage watch ads, I often get a much-welcomed surprise. Or more of an added bonus if you will. If I'm lucky, I'll flip over the vintage watch ad that I recently purchased, and...