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Today we are going to list the best and biggest watch manufacturers or brands from tens and thousands of brands in the world.

How do we rate the watch manufacturers?

When it comes to the best watches, even the recognized best watch will not catch your eyes as your taste would be different from other people.

Therefore, we wanted to rate the watch manufacturers with following points:

1. Manufacturer’s annual turnover.
2. Prestige of the brand.
3. The popularity of the manufacturer.
4. Brand recognition.

Let’s talk more about these watch manufacturers listed.

Patek Philippe

Patek Philippe was founded in 1839. The features of this brand include the following points:

1. The company produces classic chronometers in limited quantities. Despite there are many machines, Patek Philippe is still manufacturing the watches manually to guarantee the quality and beauty.
2. Less than 16,000 units watches are produced each year. It allows Patek Philippe to spend time on making every watch with its best performance.
3. All watches are thoroughly tested to eliminate the possibility of defects.

The most famous style now is 5711. It has a very complex mechanism, which consists of 1728 parts. Can you imagine this watch has 36 different functions? 

Vacheron Constantin

If we talk luxury watches, Vacheron Constantin must be part of it.

The high price indicates the high status and wealth of the buyer. As you know the cheapest Vacheron Constantin watch is around 9,000 dollars.

The features of this watch manufacturers include the following points:

1. The company produces mechanisms with individual design using the most expensive materials.
2. A distinctive feature of all watches is with the recognition of the Maltese Cross. 

One of the most amazing watch is Metiers d’Art. This watch is using decorative pearls and diamonds, and crocodile leather.

Audemars Piguet

This brand has its own unique design. This is due to the fact that the manufacturer did not join the holding and uses exclusively its own developments in the manufacture of watches. The features of this brand include the following points:

1. All models are made exclusively by hand.
2. No more than 15 thousand watches are produced per year. 
3. Each model has its own number and signature of the author who assembled it. So all watches are unique in their own way.
4. This watch manufacturer has developed a unique flat mechanism.

The legendary model, which is manufactured by Audemars Piguet is Royal Oak. The case is in the shape of an octagon with hexagon screws.

Rolex

One of the most watch manufacturer is Rolex. At the time of the creation of the company.

1. The company has produced models that have good water resistance.
2. Some models may automatically change the date and week. Moreover, the accuracy of the device is very high.

All mechanisms that are used in the manufacture of Rolex signature watches are developed exclusively within the walls of the company. The most famous model is the Submariner, which is crafted in gold. 

Omega

A well-known watch manufacturer is Omega which is considered a real record holder for the number of records set in the production of wristwatches. The company has developed a huge number of different technologies that are very popular today.

The features of the Omega brand products include:

1. All products are characterized by high precision.
2. The company has won dozens of awards.
3. Omega is the only company to boast a marine chronometer certification.
4. This manufacturer has created a mechanism that ensures high accuracy of movement over a long period by reducing the friction that occurs between all elements.

The most famous model is the Seamaster watch. 

Alligator leather is used in the manufacture of the strap. The installed mechanism can be automatically supplied, water permeability is maintained at a depth of 100 meters. The device has a transparent case back which makes the watch more attractive.

Chopard

Chopard is engaged in the production of exquisite jewelry watches for women and men. The watches manufactured by this brand have the following features:

1. The company has developed a design called “floating diamonds”. As the hand moves, the diamonds move smoothly between the sapphire crystals.
2. Both classic models and sports ones are made under the brand in question.
3. The company develops at least 150 new samples every year. This moment also determines the high cost of all watches available for sale.

The brightest offering is Happy Diamonds Icons Watch. These watches are made using a large number of different diamonds. Due to this, the cost of this model is very high.

TAG Heuer

Sports watches, like classic ones, are also very popular today. This is due to the fact that modern models have just a huge number of functions that make it possible to make sports more comfortable and productive. 

TAG Heuer can be called the undisputed leader in the production of sports watches. The following points can be attributed to the features of the products of this company:

1. After the production of all watches, they are subjected to more than 60 tests of various types.
2. Many models have a screw-down crown, which significantly increases the degree of insulation of the structure.
3. All models have a water permeability of at least 200 meters.
4. To protect the dial, a high-quality protective sapphire crystal is installed. Throughout the entire service life, scratches do not appear on the surface. In addition, the device can withstand significant mechanical stress.
5. Markers and arrows of classic models have arrows and notches that glow in the dark.
6. The fasteners used are double, often made of stainless steel.

It was the company in question that first released models that have an error in operation of only 0.01 seconds. The Monaco Grand Prix model deserves special attention. It was released at the time of cooperation of the watch company with the Monaco auto club.

Jaeger-lecoultre

The Jaeger-LeCoultre brand produces models that have the finest movement. The company was founded in 1929 and has been producing wrist watches that are very popular throughout many bodies. Among the features, we note the following points:

1. A miniature caliber is used to create the watch.
2. The mechanism used is highly reliable, due to which the watch can not be removed even when playing sports.
3. The company has developed an effective control program to eliminate the possibility of defective watches being sold.
4. All models undergo 6 different tests, the total test duration is about 100 hours.

Several well-known models were released under the brand in question, which are highly popular.

Cartier

For the first time Cartier began to produce wrist watches with a rectangular case. Today, under this brand, models are produced that are decorated with precious stones. 

Wealthy buyers are the admirers of these watches, since the use of precious stones and metals means that the products have a high value. The lowest cost of a wristwatch is $ 700. The company also produces custom-made watches. Cartier specializes in the production of classic wristwatches.

The Tank model is best known. It first went on sale in 197. Its features include an extremely restrained design that matches the classics. The popularity of the model can be associated with a special way of attaching the strap.

Except for the watch manufacturers and brands we listed, here some manufacturers and the brands they own are also renowned in the world.

SWATCH GROUP (Switzerland):
Breguet, Blancpain, Glashütte Original, Harry Winston, Jaquet Droz, Omega, Leon Hatot, Longines, Rado, Union Glashutte, Tissot, Calvin Klein, Balmain, Certina, Mido, Hamilton, Swatch, Flik Flak.

RICHEMONT GROUP (Switzerland)
Vacheron Constantin, A. Lange & Sohne, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Roger Dubuis, Piaget, IWC Schaffhausen, Officine Panerai, Ralph Lauren **, Baume & Mercier, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Montblanc, Dunhill

LVMH GROUP (France)
TAG Heuer, Bulgari, Hublot, Zenith, Dior, Fred, Chaumet, Louis Vuitton

KERING GROUP (France)
Ulysse Nardin, Girard-Perregaux, JeanRichard, Gucci, Boucheron, Qeelin, Bottega Veneta

SEIKO GROUP (Japan)

Seiko, Grand Seiko, Credor, Pulsar, Lorus, Alba, Orient

FOSSIL GROUP (USA)
Fossil, Relic, Michele, Zodiac, Skagen, Adidas *, Burberry *, Diesel *, DKNY *, Michael Kors *, Tory Burch *, Marc Jacobs *, Emporio Armani *, Emporio Armani Swiss Made *, Armani Exchange *, Karl Lagerfeld *

MOVADO GROUP (USA)
Ebel, Concord, Movado, ESQ by Movado, Coach *, Hugo Boss *, Juicy Couture *, Tommy Hilfiger *, Lacoste *, Scuderia Ferrari *, MVMT.

CITIZEN GROUP (Japan)
Citizen, Campanola, Q&Q, Arnold & Son, Bulova, Bulova Accutron II, Bulova AccuSwiss, Wittnauer, Caravelle New York, Bulova Clocks, Frank Lloyd Wright *, Harley-Davidson *

TIMEX GROUP (USA)

Timex, Nautica *, Opex *, GC *, Guess *, Salvatore Ferragamo Timepieces *, Versace *, Versus *

FRANCK MULLER GROUP (Switzerland)

Franck Muller, Pierre Kunz, European Company Watch, Rodolphe, Martin Braun, Barthelay, Backes & Strauss **, Pierre Michael Golay, Smalto Timepieces *, Roberto Cavalli *

BINDA GROUP (Italy)
Breil, Freestyle, Hip Hop, Moschino *, Kenneth Cole *, Kenneth Cole Reaction *, Tommy Bahama *, Ted Baker London *, Chronotech *, Gametime *, Sperry Top-Sider *, Zoo York *

CITYCHAMP GROUP (Hong Kong)
Corum, Eterna, Ebohr, Rossini, Codex, Rotary, Dreyfuss & Co., J&T Windmills

FESTINA GROUP (Spain)
Perrelet, L. Leroy, Candino, Festina, Lotus, Jaguar *, Calypso *

* The watch is manufactured under a license granted by the brand owner.
** The company is a joint venture between the group and the brand.