Schwartz Etienne
La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland · Est. 1902
Founded by Paul Schwartz-Etienne
Schwartz-Etienne is a La Chaux-de-Fonds-based manufacture specialising in the development of unique escapements and complications for independent watchmakers and brands. The company also produces watches under its own name, often showcasing the proprietary horological innovations developed in its workshops.
- Founded
- 1902
- Headquarters
- La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland
- Group
- Independent
- Price Segment
- Mid
- Status
- Active
Key Collections
- Kala — Contemporary collection featuring the in-house ASE 200.00 automatic movement with distinctive micro-rotor, visible through an open-worked dial.
- Roma Synergy — Collaborative collection developed with retailer partners, showcasing custom dial designs atop the brand's in-house manufacture movements.
- Sirena — Diver-inspired collection combining robust water resistance with the brand's in-house movement expertise and distinctive case design.
Timeline
- 1902 — Paul Schwartz-Etienne establishes a watchmaking workshop in La Chaux-de-Fonds, initially producing movements for other brands.
- 2009 — Launches its own branded collection, transitioning from pure movement manufacture to a full watch brand.
- 2015 — Develops the in-house ASE 200.00 micro-rotor automatic calibre, establishing true manufacture status.
- 2020 — Expands collaborations with independent retailers for exclusive dial editions on its manufacture base.
Frequently Asked Questions about Schwartz Etienne
- Does Schwartz Etienne make its own movements?
- Yes. Since 2015, the brand produces the in-house ASE 200.00 automatic movement with micro-rotor, making it a true manufacture. It also develops movements for other independent brands.
- Where is Schwartz Etienne based?
- La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland — one of the two UNESCO-listed watchmaking cities in the Jura mountains.