Tech & Auto
Ranking Major Luxury Watch Companies From Worst To Best
By KENDRA BRUNING
12. Jaeger-LeCoultre
Established in 1833 in Vallée de Joux on the border of Switzerland and France, Jaeger-LeCoultre has firmly positioned itself as a leading luxury watch brand.
Jaeger-LeCoultre has been at the forefront of innovation over the years and has become known for its unique design and catalog of collectible watches.
11. Vacheron Constantin
As Vacheron Constantin approaches its 27th decade in the business, their legacy remains unchallenged as one of the world’s most esteemed luxury watch brands.
The company consistently crafts watches that meet and exceed the rigorous Swiss standards. They have a long list of renowned patrons that includes Napoleon Bonaparte.
10. Baume & Mercier
While Baume & Mercier are known for creating high-quality watches, they typically have a lower price point than many other luxury brands, making them more accessible.
The brand’s enduring popularity can be attributed to its commitment to using top-quality components and meticulous manufacturing processes.
9. A. Lange & Söhne
Rooted in German watchmaking traditions and re-established in 1990, A. Lange & Söhne is known for making minimal runs of high-quality luxury watches.
Their products are the pinnacle of German watchmaking traditions and feature intricate engravings, decorations, and painstaking attention to detail.
8. Audemars Piguet
Audemars Piguet has pioneered several innovations that have become industry standards and was the first to create the skeleton watch.
The brand played a prominent role in pop culture by defining itself as a luxury brand. Their watches gained a massive following from being used in an “Entourage” plot point.