Dave Simpson asked: Breitling, manufacturer of the world’s finest men’s wristwatches, was formed in 1884 by Leon Breitling, who set up the company at the tender age of 24 in Switzerland. Leon soon developed a reputation for producing technically excellent watches and, as his company expanded, the factory was moved to Grenchen and he began [...]
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