Discover a world as vast as fascinating: that of the major watch brands that populate the watchmaking world. Whether you are fond of Swiss, French or German watch brands, whether you are interested in newer models or productions of the oldest brands, this issue on the watchmaking industry that mixes news and brand history is for you.

The different types of watch brands

In terms of watch brands, there are commonly several types. First from a technical point of view, there must be a separation between:

The boxers, who buy movements from third-party manufacturers to insert them into their own boxes;
Manufactures, who design and produce their watch models from A to Z.
Luxury watch brands can then be distinguished from lower segment brands. Luxury timepieces will distinguish themselves by the quality of their materials, the experience of their manufacture, and the meticulousness of their movements: many brands of Swiss watches are installed in the luxury segment. Other watch brands will combine high-end models and time-consuming timepieces (watches with mechanical movements or quartz).

Finally, we can still classify models between men’s watch brands and women’s watch brands. Indeed, manufacturers have always offered separate models based on gender, by pressing the sporting or technical aspect for the men’s watches, and highlighting the lightness and the jewelery side for women’s watches.

Watch brands and their manufacturers

If you are sensitive to the world of timepieces, you will appreciate to discover the watchmaking, manufacturing and group companies that are behind the most prestigious watch brands and the most emblematic models.

All you have to do is click on the links to the brands that appeal to you – and start your journey in the world of watchmaking!