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Historic Watch Brands Founded Before 1900

The pre-1900 watch brands on Watchatlas trace the industrial, artisanal, and luxury foundations of modern horology.

75 brands

Oldest brands

Newest brands

Independent brands

Luxury and ultra-luxury brands

Key countries

  • Switzerland — 48 brands
  • Germany — 9 brands
  • USA — 8 brands
  • United Kingdom — 4 brands
  • France — 3 brands

Key cities

  • Le Locle — 8 brands
  • Geneva — 7 brands
  • La Chaux-de-Fonds — 6 brands
  • Glashütte — 5 brands
  • Biel/Bienne — 3 brands

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FAQ

How many brands are in Historic Watch Brands Founded Before 1900?
Watchatlas currently lists 75 active brands for this guide.
What is the oldest brand in Historic Watch Brands Founded Before 1900?
Raketa is the oldest brand in this guide, founded in 1721.
How many independent brands are included?
28 brands are listed as independent in this guide.
How many luxury brands are included?
31 brands in this guide are positioned as luxury or ultra-luxury on Watchatlas.

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