Graham
La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland · Est. 1995
Founded by Eric Loth
Founded in 1995 in La Chaux-de-Fonds — 300 years after master watchmaker George Graham invented the deadbeat escapement — Graham produces bold, oversized chronographs that honour the English horological master's legacy. Known for the Chronofighter and Silverstone collections, Graham occupies a unique space between Swiss manufacture and British character.
- Founded
- 1995
- Headquarters
- La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland
- Group
- Independent
- Price Segment
- Luxury
- Status
- Active
Key Collections
- Chronofighter — Oversized chronograph with a distinctive trigger-start mechanism on the left side of the case, inspired by George Graham's legacy.
- Swordfish — Bold dive watch collection with robust construction and striking design, built for underwater exploration.
- Silverstone — Racing-inspired chronograph named after the famous British motorsport circuit, combining speed and precision.
Timeline
- 1695 — George Graham, the original English master watchmaker, invents the deadbeat escapement and cylinder escapement in London.
- 1995 — Eric Loth revives the Graham brand in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, paying tribute to George Graham's inventive spirit.
- 2001 — Launch of the Chronofighter with its signature left-side trigger mechanism, establishing Graham's bold identity.
- 2014 — Introduction of the Chronofighter Superlight Carbon, pushing lightweight materials in oversized chronographs.
Frequently Asked Questions about Graham
- What is the connection between Graham watches and George Graham?
- The modern brand, founded in 1995, pays homage to the 17th-century English watchmaker George Graham, who invented the deadbeat escapement and mercury pendulum. The brand channels his spirit of invention.
- What makes the Chronofighter unique?
- The Chronofighter features a patented trigger-start chronograph mechanism on the left side of the case, operated by the thumb for intuitive one-hand use.