Davosa

Overview

Davosa is a Swiss-origin watch brand now operated from Germany, producing automatic watches that blend traditional Swiss watchmaking with modern design. It specializes in sporty and elegant models using Swiss movements like ETA and Valjoux, targeting enthusiasts seeking durable, reliable timepieces at accessible prices. The brand draws on over 150 years of Hasler family heritage in Swiss Jura watchmaking, revived under the Davosa name in 1993 through a partnership with German distributor Bohle GmbH.¹³⁴⁶

History

The Hasler family began watchmaking in the Swiss Jura over 200 years ago, producing pocket watches from around 1861 and establishing a manufactory under the Hasler brand. Production halted in the 1970s quartz crisis but was revived in the 1990s by German distributor Bohle GmbH, launching the Davosa brand in 1993 with chronographs featuring Valjoux 7750 movements. In 1987, an initial collection appeared under the Davosa name, marking the transition from Hasler. Today, it remains an independent family-run operation focused on Swiss-made automatic watches.¹³⁴⁶⁷

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Davosa watches are assembled in Germany by the Bohle family company using Swiss-made movements from ETA and Valjoux. Components and production follow traditional Swiss watchmaking practices, with all movements sourced from Switzerland. The brand emphasizes in-house assembly to maintain quality and design standards.²⁴⁵⁶

Notable Products

• Ternos Professional - Robust dive watch with high water resistance and Swiss automatic movement, popular among adventurers.
• Argonautic S.III - Professional-grade dive chronograph featuring Valjoux movement and extreme durability.
• Crosspoint Classic - Versatile automatic sports watch combining modern design with reliable ETA movement.
• Airbourne Classic - Pilot chronograph with aviation aesthetics and Valjoux 7750 movement.
• Davosa 1881 Classic - Elegant automatic watch honoring the brand's heritage with refined finishing.

Reputation

Davosa is regarded by enthusiasts for offering strong value with Swiss movements at mid-range prices, praised for durability in sports models like Ternos and Argonautic. Professionals note its reliable ETA-based construction and modern takes on classic designs, appealing to adventurers and collectors. Criticisms are minimal but include limited brand recognition compared to larger Swiss makers and less in-house complications.²⁵