Gallet (ˈgæl.eɪ) is a historic Swiss watch brand that originated in 1826, when Julien Gallet founded Gallet & Co. [1] in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. Gallet, whose primary export market was the United States , is best known for a wide range of stopwatches and specialized chronograph watches designed for aviation, motor-sport, industry ...

Mar 17, 2025 · New Gallet watches will be sold in Breitling boutiques alongside the parent brand whose production facilities will also be used to assemble and produce them, says Chief Executive Officer Georges Kern. They are expected to launch mid-year in 2026 and will be priced starting at just below 3,000 Swiss francs up to about 5,000 francs.

1 day ago · In 1856, Gallet expanded into the U.S. market, with Jules Racine & Co in 1890 becoming the sole distributor of Gallet watches in North America, the brand’s main market. Gallet contributed to ushering in the dawn of the aviation age by creating a stopwatch that timed the first powered flight in 1903. Piloted by Wilbur and Orville Wright, the ...

Discover Gallet's history of precise watchmaking, renowned for precision, reliability, and an adventurous spirit since 1826.

Mar 18, 2025 · Two centuries after its founding in 1826, Swiss watchmaker Gallet is having a renaissance courtesy of Breitling. This move marks Breitling’s second major acquisition following its purchase of Universal Genève in 2023, further solidifying its drive to become a multi-brand watchmaker in the luxury space.

Mar 18, 2025 · Breitling has acquired Gallet, bringing back from relative obscurity the historic watch brand founded nearly two centuries ago, in 1826. The move comes 15 months after Breitling acquired Universal Genève in late 2023, reinforcing Breitling's drive to become a major player and influence in luxury watchmaking.

Mar 20, 2025 · Breitling Acquires Gallet. Breitling has announced its latest venture into watchmaking history with the acquisition of Gallet, a storied Swiss watch brand with roots dating back to the 1400s ...

Mar 17, 2025 · Following Breitling’s acquisition of the renowned Universal Genève brand, the Grenchen-based watchmaker has done it again with another iconic name in chronographs — Gallet. With Gallet, Breitling, and Universal Genève, the group will cover a wide range, from entry-level luxury to the high-end segment and everything in between.

Mar 19, 2025 · Gallet, known for its heritage in precision timepieces for aviation, motorsport, and exploration, is set to be positioned as a luxury sister brand to Breitling, with prices ranging from 3,000 Swiss francs to 5,000 Swiss francs.

1 day ago · En 1856, Gallet se fait connaître aux Etats-Unis, avec Jules Racine & Co, devenant l’unique distributeur de la marque en Amérique du Nord, son principal marché, à partir de 1890. Gallet a contribué à l’avènement de l’ère de l’aviation en créant le chronographe qui a mesuré le premier vol motorisé en 1903.