Habring²
Völkermarkt, Austria · Est. 2004
Founded by Richard Habring, Maria Habring
Habring² is an independent Austrian watchmaking atelier founded in 2004 by Richard and Maria Habring, producing split-seconds chronographs and other complications with exceptional technical ingenuity. The brand offers remarkable finishing quality at prices that represent genuine value within the independent watchmaking world.
- Founded
- 2004
- Headquarters
- Völkermarkt, Austria
- Group
- Independent
- Price Segment
- Mid
- Status
- Active
Key Collections
- Doppel — Split-seconds (rattrapante) chronograph offered at an accessible price point, a feat rarely achieved by independent watchmakers.
- Felix — Annual calendar with jumping hour display, showcasing Habring²'s ability to create complex complications affordably.
- Erwin — Time-only watch with central seconds and date, offering exceptional hand-finishing at entry-level pricing for independent watchmaking.
Timeline
- 2004 — Richard and Maria Habring found Habring² in Völkermarkt, Austria, after Richard's tenure at IWC where he co-developed the Doppelchronograph.
- 2005 — First split-seconds chronograph released, immediately gaining attention for offering a rattrapante at a fraction of typical prices.
- 2012 — Launch of the Felix annual calendar, demonstrating the brand's range beyond chronographs.
- 2018 — Introduction of proprietary A11 movement family, reducing dependence on modified Valjoux bases.
Frequently Asked Questions about Habring²
- Why are Habring² watches so affordable for an independent?
- Richard and Maria run a small atelier in Austria with minimal overhead. Richard's IWC engineering background allows him to create complex complications efficiently, passing savings to collectors rather than marketing budgets.
- What is a rattrapante chronograph?
- A rattrapante (split-seconds) chronograph has two seconds hands that can be separated to time intermediate events. It is one of the most complex chronograph complications, typically found only in watches costing tens of thousands.