1. Rolex, established by Hans Wilsdorf in 1908 and registered in Switzerland, is renowned for its waterproof watches, which were introduced in the 1920s and the divers' watch in 1953, solidifying its position in the watchmaking industry.
2. Patek Philippe, founded in 1839, is the only Swiss family-owned watch manufacturer still in operation. It is known for its attention to design and craftsmanship, with all watchmaking processes completed in Geneva. It is the only brand to have all its movements certified with the "Geneva Seal."
3. Breguet, established by the renowned watchmaker Abraham-Louis Breguet, initially flourished in Paris before moving to Switzerland. The brand's watches are celebrated for their exceptional quality and have been favored by royalty, including King Louis XVI of France and Queen Marie Antoinette.
4. Jaeger LeCoultre, founded by安东尼·拉考脱 in 1833 in Switzerland, is renowned for its innovative发明ions. In 1844, the brand introduced a micrometer capable of measuring to 1/1000th of a millimeter, significantly enhancing the precision of watch parts. Jaeger LeCoultre also boasts the creation of the world's thinnest mechanical movement in 1907 and the world's smallest mechanical movement in 1929.
5. Blancpain, traceable to 1735 and founded by Mr. Jaquet-David Blancpain, is nearly 300 years old and known as the "Creator of Classic Timepieces." It is one of the few brands to independently carry out all processes from design to research and development and manufacturing.
