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The History of Swiss Watches

By Watches of Switzerland Group | 1 minute read

In this episode of our Calibre Podcast, Brian Duffy, our CEO at the Watches Of Switzerland Group, speaks to Mark Toulson our Head Of Watch Buying, on the history of Swiss Watches.

Brian and Mark discuss the origins of Swiss Watches, the birth of the industry and the history of Swiss Watch brands. Throughout this episode, Brian and Mark discuss the origins of Swiss Watches, the birth of the industry and the history of Swiss Watch brands including Patek Phillippe, Audemars Piguet and Vacheron.

During an important-yet-insightful conversation around the process of manufacturing timepieces, both Brian and Mark explore the unique nature of this industry through its rich history and much more.

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