| Calibre # | Calibre # | Calibre # |
|---|---|---|
| Record 022-18 | Record 104 | Record 160 |
| Record 022 K | Record 106 | Record 161 |
| Record 22 | Record 107 | Record 162 |
| Record 23-24 | Record 108 | Record 165 |
| Record 25-26 | Record 109 | Record 170 |
| Record 27-28 | Record 110 | Record 171 |
| Record 31-32 | Record 111 | Record 172 |
| Record 33-34 | Record 112 | Record 174 |
| Record 43-44 | Record 114 | Record 201-202 |
| Record 45-46 | Record 116 | Record 203-204 |
| Record 50 | Record 117 | Record 223-224 |
| Record 51-52 | Record 118 | Record 431 |
| Record 60 | Record 120 | Record 433 |
| Record 75 | Record 130 | Record 650 |
| Record 102 | Record 140 | Record 651 |
| Record 103 | Record 143 | Record 1045 |
Record Watch Co.: Swiss Watchmaking Excellence Since 1903
The Record Watch Company is a renowned name in Swiss horology, celebrated for innovation and high-quality craftsmanship from its founding in 1903 until its closure in 1991.
Key Highlights
Founded: 1903 in Tramelan, Switzerland, by a coalition of local watchmakers and businessmen seeking to produce the patent-pending “Sector Watch”—a triangular pocket watch with a retrograde display, an unusual and innovative mechanism at the time
Early Innovation: The Sector (or “sector”) watch used a 120° dial and featured hands that moved left to right, then snapped back, well before “retrograde” displays became prominent in modern horology
Merger and Growth: In 1916, the company merged with others to form the Record Dreadnought Watch Co. S.A., expanding its capabilities and product lines
Diverse Production: Beyond the Sector Watch, Record made a wide variety of fully jewelled pocket watches, wristwatches, clocks, and high-grade movements, supplying parts for other brands and creating in-house calibres
World War II Contribution: Record was among the twelve Swiss companies selected to produce “Dirty Dozen” military watches for the British military. These are now highly collectible, noted for their durability and precise timekeeping under harsh conditions
Railroad & Chronometer Milestones:
In the 1950s, Record’s pocket watches became the first Swiss watches approved for use on U.S. railroads
Produced robust chronographs and “Sport” models renowned for both utility and style
Acquisition by Longines: In 1961, Longines acquired a majority share; many subsequent watches bore the dual Record-Longines signature and used ETA movements
Legacy: Production ceased in 1991, but the brand left a strong legacy—respected by collectors for its technical advances and role in both civilian and military watchmaking
Collector Appeal
Engineering Excellence: Recognized for reliable movements and inventive designs.
Vintage Value: Sector watches, “Dirty Dozen” military models, and chronographs remain highly sought after.
Parts and Restoration: Availability of spares and robust construction make Record watches popular among vintage restorers
The Record Watch Co. exemplifies the inventive spirit and technical precision of Swiss