Eberhard
and Co. was for many years a family company. The company begun
by Georges Eberhard was for the first 75 years operated by
first Georges and then his two sons Georges and Maurice. When
Maurice retired in 1962 the company was sold to outside interests
about which little is known.
We do know
that the company has a long and prestigious history of producing
some of the world’s finest time pieces both while under
the family control and since. Their pieces are distributed by
a world wide network of independent distributors and are highly
valued by many of the most knowledgeable in the realm of watch
connoisseurs and collectors.
Their fine
time pieces are offered in major segments, Les Collections and
La Collection Temerario as well as some exclusive models.
The Les Collections
segment contains a number of their more famous pieces including
the unique Chrono 4, a chronographic watch with the display dials
set in a linear framework as opposed to the more common circular
fashion. Available in an extensive variety of face colors and
band/strap styles the Chrono 4 is one of Eberhard & Co.’s
most popular watches.
Another popular
model is the Extra Fort a model that was first released during
the post war period of the 50’s and has been re-released
as part of their current collection. With clean, classic styling
these automatic watches are as popular as ever.
Dedicated
to famous car racing driver Tazio Nuvolari, the models bearing
his name are a series of automatic chronographs that draw inspiration
from the instrument panels of vintage race cars.
The Temerario
collection is the result of three exclusive patents. This revolutionary
design features chronographs set in a linear format that is truly
unique.
Eberhard & Co.
also offers a number of pieces for the fairer sex including the
Desiree featuring a unique twist bracelet that easily adapts
to all occasions. Featuring a quartz movement the women’s
Gingi models are square faced watches available with and without
stone adornment.
No matter
which model you select an Eberhard and Co. watch is sure to provide
years of wearing pleasure and dependable service.
Eberhard & Co
Replica Watches - A Brief History
The company
known as Eberhard & Co carries a long tradition of fine watch
making that continues to this day.
Originally founded in
1887 by Georges-Emile Eberhard in Chaux-de- Fonds, Switzerland he set out
to produce watches that innovative and stylish. History shows that he quickly
achieved these ideals as his watches found immediate popularity. That tradition
of imbuing each piece with style and the best, most innovative technology
continues to this day.
In 1906 the Eberhard firm
relocated to larger premises in the Jura region. It was from here that he
began introducing a series of first to the world of fine watches.
In 1919 Georges was joined
in the company by his two sons Georges and Maurice. It was also in 1919 the
Eberhard & Co. introduced their first chronograph wrist watch with featuring
a strap with mobile attachments and hinged case back. In 1926 full control
of the factory was turned over to Georges and Maurice.
Over the ensuing years
Eberhard and Co. released many new watch innovations including the their
first automatic wrist watch in 1930, their first two button chronograph in
1935 and in 1938 chronographs with elapsed time counters. In 1930 the company
also became suppliers to the Royal Italian Navy.
In 1942 Maurice became
sole owner of the company retaining control until his retirement in 1962.
1947 saw the advent of
the first women’s wristwatches by Eberhard & Co., and the 50’s
saw the introduction of the famous “Extra Fort” model with its
push button for the starting and stopping of its chronograph
When Maurice retired in
1962 the company was purchased by an outside interest. Little is known about
who purchased it however they have continued the rich tradition that the
Eberhard family established and have gone on to release continually superior
watches.
Some of the more famous
Eberhard models include the Chrono 4, the Boucanier Grande Date, the Tazio
Nuvolari and the unique Temerario a chronographic watch with linear display.
For those who are seeking
a watch with an illustrious history, technical superiority and style Eberhard
and & Co watches are truly worthy of consideration.
