What makes a Swiss watch a Swiss watch?
Swiss watches are usually defined as watches that are totally manufactured in Switzerland or watches that have a Swiss movement. The Swiss government has proposed a rule that the Swiss share of production costs must be 60 percent for a product to be labelled "Swiss". However, the watch industry has proposed an even tougher rule, asking that 80 percent of the production costs be in Switzerland for a watch to be described as a Swiss watch.
When were the first Swiss watches made?
Switzerland has been known as the center of the watch industry for more than 400 years. The first Swiss watchmakers emigrated from France around 1550. Over the years, the Swiss have not been the best innovators but they have been the best at production and trading. Today, Swiss watches are known for their precision and quality.
What are some of the popular brands of Swiss watches today?
Some of the leading brands of Swiss watches are:
