Eza
Liestal, Switzerland · Est. 2017
Founded by Michael Rieder
Eza is a German watch brand with roots dating to 1910 in Schwenningen, revived in 2015 by Sebastian Walter with a focus on clean, honest dive watches. The 1972 and Sealander models reference mid-century German tool watch design while featuring Swiss movements and quality finishing at accessible price points.
- Founded
- 2017
- Headquarters
- Liestal, Switzerland
- Group
- Independent
- Price Segment
- Entry
- Status
- Revived
Key Collections
- Sealander — Eza Sealander is the brand’s dive-watch line, built around vintage-inspired tool-watch styling and professional water resistance, with the collection positioned as Eza’s nautical counterpart to its pilot models.
- AirFighter — Eza AirFighter is a pilot-watch collection with large, highly legible dials and aviation-first design cues, presented as a modern take on classic military observer watches.
Timeline
- 2017 — Michael Rieder founds EZA (Eichstätter Zeitmesser und Armbanduhren) in Eichstätt, Bavaria, Germany.
- 2018 — Launches the Sealander dive watch, quickly gaining a following among microbrand enthusiasts for its build quality and value.
Frequently Asked Questions about Eza
- What does EZA stand for?
- EZA stands for 'Eichstätter Zeitmesser und Armbanduhren' (Eichstätt Timepieces and Wristwatches), named after its Bavarian hometown.
- Where are EZA watches made?
- EZA watches are designed in Germany and assembled using Swiss automatic movements, offering German engineering with Swiss mechanical heart.