Designed from the start to apply exquisite Swiss craftsmanship to the challenges and demands of American life, Wittnauer has, for almost 125 years, been Americaíís own Swiss watch.

Only 16 when he arrived in New York from Switzerland in 1872, Albert Wittnauer, already a skilled watchmaker, quickly became a dedicated student of American life. Working for his brother-in-law, an importer of fine Swiss watches, young Wittnauer soon became convinced of the need for a watch designed expressly for the growing U.S. market. The result, in 1880, was the Wittnauer brand, manufactured in Geneva for the New York-based company with all the functions and durability demanded by the active American consumer.

Innovation was to be expected at Wittnauer after all, by then it was one of the few major American companies to be headed by a woman. Martha Wittnauer, sister of Albert and long an important force in the business, followed brothers Louis and Emile to the helm in 1916, a full four years before women were given the vote and steered the company to some of its greatest successes in her two decades of leadership.

Today's extraordinary Wittnauer designs draw from this classic tradition. With a matchless blend of luxurious styling and superb craftsmanship, Wittnauer brings watchmaking excellence into the night with Americaíís most exquisite special occasion watches. Continuing to offer the finest Swiss craftsmanship to the most discerning U.S. consumers, and still headquartered in New York, Wittnauer presents elegance and precision with an unmistakably American accent.

For more information about Wittnauer timepieces, visit http://www.wittnauer.com.