Claude Bernard
Les Genevez, Switzerland · Est. 1973
Founded by Claude Bernard (brand name)
Since 1973, Claude Bernard has crafted Swiss watches combining precision, elegance and refined design sensibility. A trusted name in Swiss mid-range watchmaking, the brand produces classically styled dress and sport timepieces with dependable Swiss movements for everyday elegance.
- Founded
- 1973
- Headquarters
- Les Genevez, Switzerland
- Group
- Independent
- Price Segment
- Mid
- Status
- Active
Key Collections
- Classic — Claude Bernard Classic is the brand's core dress-watch family, centered on clean dials, slim proportions, and accessible Swiss-made mechanical references such as automatic date and open-heart models. Key references: Classic Automatic Date 80091-3-NINN, Classic Automatic Date 80091-3-AINN, Classic Automatic Open Heart 85017-3-NIN2.
- Sophisticated Classics — Claude Bernard Sophisticated Classics groups the brand's refined mechanical dress watches, spanning open-heart, slim automatic limited-edition, and skeletonized heritage-style pieces with accessible Swiss positioning. Key references: 85017-3-NIN2, Slim Line Automatic Limited Edition, 85309-357RC-BUIR.
- Aquarider — Claude Bernard Aquarider is the brand's sporty dive-watch family, spanning automatic, chronograph, open-heart, and date models with 200-metre water resistance and everyday Swiss styling. Key references: 80129 3NBCA NIB, 10252 37RNGCA GRN, 53028 3M BUIN, 85030 3CA AIN.
Timeline
- 1973 — Claude Bernard brand established in Le Locle, Switzerland, producing affordable Swiss-made timepieces.
- 1980 — Expands distribution across Europe with classical dress watch designs.
- 2000 — Introduces Sophisticated Classics line with open-heart and moonphase complications.
- 2010 — Part of the Edox Group, strengthening Swiss manufacturing capabilities.
- 2020 — Continues as an accessible Swiss brand known for classical elegance and value.
Frequently Asked Questions about Claude Bernard
- Is Claude Bernard a Swiss brand?
- Yes, Claude Bernard is based in Le Locle, Switzerland, and uses Swiss-made movements in all its watches.
- What is the price range of Claude Bernard watches?
- Claude Bernard positions itself as an accessible Swiss brand, typically ranging from 200 to 800 CHF, offering Swiss quality at competitive prices.
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