VERNETA - 1950s

Case Width: 39 mm (without crown)

Lug to Lug: 43 mm

Between Lugs: 18 mm

Thickness: 11 mm

The history of the Verneta brand illustrates the evolution of classic Swiss manufacturing - growing from a local workshop into part of an influential watchmaking group.

Founded in the early 20th century in the town of Porrentruy by Girardin & Wetterwald, the brand initially specialized in high-precision pocket watch movements, registering its first landmark models around 1908. A defining moment arrived in 1933, when the rights to the brand were acquired by the Armand Nicolet manufacture. This move shifted production to Tramelan - one of Switzerland's key industrial hubs - where Verneta began production alongside the well-known Telda line, adopting advanced metalworking technologies.

In 1939, following the company's reorganization as "Les Fils d’Armand Nicolet" (The Sons of Armand Nicolet) under Willy Nicolet’s leadership, the brand significantly expanded its technical capabilities. The 1940s and 1950s marked the final establishment of its signature style, as engineers focused on producing complex chronographs and robust wristwatches based on time-tested calibers. This dedication earned Verneta its reputation for producing precise and durable instruments.