Favre-Leuba is one of Switzerland’s oldest watchmaking brands, founded in 1737 by Abraham Favre. Over generations, the company built a reputation for innovation and precision. In the mid-20th century, Favre-Leuba gained recognition for its robust tool watches, especially in the fields of diving and mountaineering. Iconic models include the Bivouac (1962), the first mechanical altimeter watch, and the Bathy (1968), the first watch to display dive depth mechanically. The brand had a strong presence in international markets, particularly in India and the Middle East. After a period of dormancy following the quartz crisis, Favre-Leuba was revived in the 2010s and continues to celebrate its heritage of functional Swiss watchmaking with a bold, retro-inspired design language.