The history of watches or timekeeping has a long history, dating back to ancient times. From the sun dial to the wrist watches we have come a long way and the designs of watches are evolving with each passing day.
The first watches came into existence as pocket watches manufactured by Patek Phillippe & Co. , later these watches became the wrist watches. In 1800s women wore more wristwatches than men. As gifts watches were more popular and it was used to celeberate the child’s entrance inot adulthood and were passed on through generations and preserved as family heirlooms.
It was during the World War 1 that soldiers were first issued wristwatches. These watches were less expensive than pocket watches generally used by men during those days. The important strategy was the soldiers of America used their watches to synchronize the attach and battle times. After the war the soldiers continued wearing the watches and the practice assumed among the common man also.
With the passage of time watches have taken different shapes and sizes. Watches are available in radios, television, computers. But the charm and beauty of the old timepiece remain the same.
Countries manufacturing watches
The first country to start the manufacture of handmade watches was Britian. The industry of handmade watches improved considerably after the French Revolution. Unfortunately the British watch making industry could not sustain due to competition from modern methods used in watch making and this industry severely opposed the inclusion of women operatives in the workforce thereby causing severe decline in the manufacture
Later the French overtook the British in watchmaking. The French are acclaimed to be very good mechanics and even better mechanics. Therefore they excelled in artistic watchmaking. The Industry flourished the art of watch making by making watches in mandolins, jewels and make other works of art.
Then Switzerland became a country of exquisite watchmkaing while the British were making accurate but bulky watches called bulldog and the French were only interested in making elaborate watches the Swiss had learnt the technique of manufacturing exquisite watches which which endeared as objects of art for the wealthy. The cities of Geneva and Neutachel have their own industries of watchmaking. Each has a different style in the making. The Swiss dominated the world in the manufacture of exquisite watches and they have held that position for long. Even today Swiss watches are adored for their quality and elegance which modern day watches do not possess.
About Cyma
Switzerland is a land of valleys and watches. In a quiet valley in Jura Mountains, Switzerland is situated one of the world’s most popular and respected watch factories – CYMA. The industry is situated in Le Locle With unparalleled state-of-the-art technology and impeccable design the artisans have been making watches since 1862. After manufacture and sale of almost 40 million timepieces, Cyma is continuing to be the watch of choice for the discerning and the stylish. The clientele of Cyma ranges from royalty to rich and famous in Europe, America and Asia. Each timepiece gives scientifically precise time and is more than that a work of art.
Cyma was making watches of intricate repeater movements in 1891, the extra slim movement was introduced in 1903 which won the Chronometer Certificate from the Neuchatel Observatory.
Legendary Quality
The quality of CYMA watches is renowned world over. They are manufactured with great precision using the finiest material to exacting tolerances for reliability and accuracy. All the models are backed by a two year international warranty.
Selective Distribution
The watches are sold in five major continents of the world. United states the watches are sold only by jewelers of repute.
Unparalleled Value
Every Cyma watch is intelligently price which means the watches are the best value for the price. The distribution is very limited thereby selling to a select few customers, the heavy costs of advertising and overhead costs are absorbed due to this strategy.
The American Gem’s Society’s privileged member, Cyma is recognized throughout the jewellery industry also.
Watches are not only available in Switzerland it is now available even in United States. There are more than 800 jewelers who represent the Cyma line. The watches are a preference of the discriminating American who would prefer not to wear the watch everyone else is wearing. Europeans on the other hand prefer Cyma for their legendary quality and prestige associated with the timepiece.
European and American customer prefer Cyma watches for their legendary quality and also for the prestige associated with owning this timepiece. The designs are known for their ultra thin quartz, versatility, reliability and comfort. Backed by the two year international warranty offered for the best of any major brand.
The variety of Cyma Watches for men and women from 400 models. The thrill and pleasure of owing a Cyma watch cannot be described in words. So why don’t you buy one today.
