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A. Lange & Söhne

Perhaps the most distinguished name in German horology, A. Lange & Söhne embodies the best of the Glashütte style of watchmaking. Founded in 1845 and re-born in 1994 following German reunification, A. Lange & Söhne produces beautiful and high-prized timepieces. If you thought the best watches were produced only in Switzerland, visit the A. Lange & Söhne forum and learn about German watchmaking at its finest.
 

Audemars Piguet

For more than 125 years, Audemars Piguet has been a leader in fine watchmaking. Please come visit the TimeZone forum dedicated to this brand and discover what lies beyond the Royal Oak.
 

Blancpain

Welcome to the Blancpain Forum, the place where we discuss the watches made in Paudex and LeBrassus Switzerland. Since 1735 there has never been a quartz Blancpain, and there never will be! Come on in and enjoy!
 

Breguet

The most magical name in the annals of horology, Breguet is one of only a few houses of 18th century watchmaking yet living, representing and continuing an unbroken tradition spanning centuries. Esteemed as the greatest horologer of all time, the influence of Abraham-Louis Breguet remains pervasive in the higher art of today's finest mechanical watchmaking. This forum is dedicated to the discussion and celebration of the watches, clocks, and chronometers made throughout the more than 225 year history of the house of Breguet
 

Breitling

Founded in 1884 by Leon Breitling, the company that bears his name has become synonymous with aviation. TimeZone's Breitling Forum offers a comprehensive FAQ, an Image Gallery, and lively discussion.
 

Cartier

Join us as we explore this wonderful paradox from the House that has been responsible for some of the milestone designs in wristwatch history, from the Tank to the Santos, Pasha, and the elegant Roadster.
 

Chronoswiss

Watchmaker Gerd-R Lang claims his mechanical masterpieces are '100 years behind the times'. Find out what he means here.
 

FP Journe

Francois-Paul Journe is among the most creative watchmakers working today. At the Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix 2004, he received the top distinction Gold Hand Award for his Tourbillon Souverain. Visit this forum to meet other enthusiasts and see why timepieces bearing the F. P. Journe name are so popular among collectors.
 

German Brands

Welcome to the German Brands Forum. We invite you to discuss and dwell on the numerous well established and smaller brands and manufacturers that cavort between Saxony and the Black Forest, between Glashütte and Pforzheim. There is much to discover about this new era of German watchmaking. Come in and find out!
 

Girard-Perregaux

Since its inception in 1791, Girard-Perregaux has been at the forefront of innovations, from the tourbillon with three bridges in 1867 to the automatic tourbillon with three gold bridges in 1999. Girard-Perregaux's long list of "firsts" includes the first large-production wristwatch in 1880. Many of the manufactory's modern products are inspired by ground-breaking models of the past two centuries. Please join us in the Girard-Perregaux forum.
 

Glashutte Original

TimeZoners are brought together by their love of watches. Glashütte Original honors this love with their work. It is their daily ambition to create collections that are on the one hand the continuance of their 160-year company history, and on the other hand an expression of creativity, innovation, and the future. The mechanical masterpieces by Glashütte Original, which are manufactured in very small numbers, unite tradition and modernity, high-tech and vintage craft. Dr. Frank Müller, President of Glashütte Original, welcomes you to this forum.
 

Heuer / TAG Heuer

Welcome to the Heuer / TAG Heuer forum. Join us as we disucss everything from Heuer's vintage chronographs and Rally dashboard clocks up to TAG Heuer's latest innovative concept watches and everything in between.
 

Hublot

Welcome to the TimeZone Hublot forum. The launch of the Big Bang in 2005 signals a new interpretation of the unmistakable Hublot style and ushers in a new era as Hublot expands its appeal among wristwatch enthusiasts. In recognition of this new era, TimeZone now hosts the official Hublot discussion forum. Please take a few minutes to visit the forum and learn more about this iconic brand and its latest offerings.
 

IWC

Since the humble beginning in 1868 of Florentine Ariosto Jones, the International Watch Company of Schaffhausen, Switzerland has been dedicated to making the finest high-grade watches possible. From the sporty Fliegers to the elegant Portuguese and the reborn Ingenieurs,  there is a watch for everybody from IWC. Come visit the Forum and discover your favorite!
 

Jaeger-LeCoultre

As a true manufactuer with a 160 year history, Jaeger-LeCoultre is a pillar of Swiss watchmaking. Best known for its Reverso and Master lines, Jaeger-LeCoultre produces stylish timepieces of the highest quality. Please visit the Jaeger-LeCoultre forum to meet other enthusiasts and to learn more about this historic company.
 

Minerva

Although considered a small Swiss manufacturer, Minerva has survived for almost 150 years by providing quality timepieces to a wide audience of collectors. They continue to this day to produce some of the finest and most classic wristwatches available.
 

Officine Panerai

Since its inception in 1860 by Giovanni Panerai in Florence, Italy, the company has produced precision instruments for use by the Italian Navy, migrating to watches made specifically for these Navy Commandos as early as the 1930?s. With the revival of Panerai - assisted by the Vendome Group in 1993, then Richemont in 1997 - the firm has taken their patented design to a new level.
 

Omega

Omega is an icon among Swiss watch companies. Their creations include the legendary Speedmaster Moon watch and the Seamaster. Omega's decision to embrace the innovative George Daniels escapement shows them to be a true leader. TimeZone's Omega Forum is also a leader, offering the best Omega information, discussion, and fun!
 

Patek Philippe

Welcome to the Patek Philippe Forum. Since 1839, Patek has been considered by enthusiasts, collectors and experts to be one of the very top watchmaking manufacturers, producing the most sought after timepieces in the world.
 

Rolex - Modern

It is fair to say Rolex invented the modern wristwatch, introducing or perfecting the waterproof case, self-winding movement, the date window in the dial, the two time zone display, and the dive watch. Rolex models like the Submariner, Explorer, Day-Date and Datejust are design icons that are also known for being rugged and reliable. TimeZone is extremely fortunate to have James Dowling host this forum. Mr. Dowling is a recognized Rolex expert and co-author of a leading history of the Rolex company and its timepieces.
 

Rolex - Vintage

This forum focuses on older Rolex watches, from the earliest days of the company up to the introduction of the sapphire glass watches. Discussion of all early watches is welcome - from pre WWII Princes, Bubblebacks and Rebbergs to the later 50s, 60s & 70s sports models such as the GMT, Explorer or Submariner.
 

Seiko

In 1881, Kintaro Hattori opened a watch & jewelry shop in the Ginza area of Tokyo. Eleven years later he began to produce clocks under the name Seikosha. From these small roots, the giant company now known as the Seiko Corporation grew. Although mainly known in the west for their affordable watches, Seiko are in fact a significant company in the history of horology; having introduced the world's first quartz wristwatch; they are one of the most vertically integrated watch companies in the world, even making the oils used in lubricating the watches and the luminous compounds used on the hands and the dials. Please visit to discuss or ask questions about Seiko!
 

Sinn

With its foundations in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany in 1961, Sinn over the years has "quietly" grown to one of the most collected German brands. Sinn's focus is on technology, and how to apply new processes to watchmaking that genuinely benefit the watch. Learn why watch enthusiasts around the world closely follow every move this company makes.
 

Ulysse Nardin

Ulysse Nardin has a proud history, dating to its founding in Le Locle, Switzerland in 1846. Ulysse Nardin is known as an innovator, and they have received more patents in the past decade than any other watchmaking company. Their timepieces embody creative genius in many forms, including the revolutionary GMT Perpetual, the Freak, and the famous Trilogy of Time. Few companies span the spectrum of horological art like Ulysse Nardin. Come join us as we discuss this fascinating company and their special timepieces.
 

Vacheron Constantin

Vacheron Constantin is one of the great old names in the watchmaking world with a great heritage and history. Established in 1735 by Jean-Marc Vacheron, the firm has continued in its tradition of excellence ever since. Recently acquired by the Richemont Group, it shines as one of the Greatest Swiss Watchmaking Houses.
 

Zenith

Founded in 1865 in Le Locle, Switzerland, Zenith is best known for its "El Primero" chronograph movements, and its thin "Elite" calibers. Zenith has received over 1500 first prizes from observatories for the precision of its timepieces. Please join in the discussion!