The story behind U-Boat starts in 1942 with an Italian named Ilvo Fontana, who was asked by the Italian government to create a watch for the country’s navy. Fontana’s designs were overlooked (in favour of Panerai’s) and mothballed for over half a century until they were discovered by his grandson Italo in 1999. Today’s U-Boat watches are all powered by mechanical Swiss movements and are designed with unmistakable Italian flair.
U-Boat watches are all powered by mechanical Swiss movements, but the brand is known first for its oversized cases with left-hand crowns and its unmistakable Italian design flair.
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Our vintage and pre-owned watches
Watches of Switzerland is proud to offer customers a collection of pristine pre-owned and vintage timepieces from our stable of top Swiss watch brands. All our pre-owned watches are reconditioned and serviced by the brands themselves before they arrive in our showrooms.
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Our comprehensive range of services
As well as presenting a collection of the world's finest watches, at Watches of Switzerland we're also able to offer our customers a comprehensive range of services. From replacing a worn out strap to repairing a damaged watch, you'll be amazed at what our in-house watchmakers can take care of.
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Find out about our exclusive showrooms
Just as buying a Swiss timepiece feels like entering into membership of a private club, so making that purchase at Watches of Switzerland is not dissimilar to moving into a portered mansion block in a sought-after London postcode. It’s one of life’s finer experiences.
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