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Vintage Vulcain Watches

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  Vulcain is a historic Swiss watch brand best known for inventing the first mechanical alarm wristwatch , the Cricket , famously worn by U.S. Presidents. Its legacy blends innovation with tradition, making it a cult favorite among collectors. Founding and Early Years (1858–1920s) Founded in 1858 in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland , by Maurice Ditisheim , under the original company name Manufacture Ditisheim . The name “ Vulcain ” (after Vulcan, the Roman god of fire and craftsmanship) was adopted later to represent the brand's commitment to innovation and high-quality manufacturing. Early Vulcain watches focused on fine pocket watches and complicated mechanical movements , gaining a reputation for precision and quality.

Vintage Waltham Wristwatches

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Patek Philippe Swiss Watch

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Victorinox Swiss Army watches

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 Victorinox is a Swiss company best known for its Swiss Army knives , but it also has a respected history in watchmaking. Origins of Victorinox (Pre-Watch Era) Founded: 1884 by Karl Elsener in Ibach, Switzerland. Core Business: Originally a cutlery workshop, Victorinox became renowned for producing the original Swiss Army Knife in 1891. Name Origin: The name Victorinox is a blend of Victoria (Elsener’s mother’s name) and "Inox" , short for stainless steel (acier inoxydable in French). Entry into Watchmaking First Watches Launched: 1989 (in the United States). Victorinox initially marketed its watches under the "Swiss Army" brand. These early models focused on being rugged, functional, and military-inspired . By the mid-1990s, Victorinox watches became available globally.

Timex Marlin Reissue Watch

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