User:Sibo-le-roi/Solvil et Titus

The names Solvil and Titus are known throughout the world in the brand name ‘Solvil et Titus’ and understood to be Swiss watch makers : accurate enough. Wrist watches are today made under the name ‘Solvil et Titus’. Mechanical versions under one or both these names were certainly made in Switzerland up until a date. It is now a company which has ‘gone over to the Asian market’ where it produces quartz movements. This article is far from complete or conclusive but some history of the company is recounted here. HISTORY Paul Ditisheim was born in 1868 and received his diploma from the horological school of La Chaux de Fonds when he was 13. He then worked for several of the major watch makers until he left his father’s company (Vulcain) in 1892 when he founded both Solvil and Titus. Most items signed Solvil also were signed Paul Ditisheim while Titus was generally marked separately. Paul Ditisheim developed many improvements for chronometers through his studies on how atmospheric pressure and magnetic fields impacted the performance of chronometers as well as the use of different watch oils. He invented the affix balance and his pieces won many time trials, including the 1903 Kew Observatory contest. His historical significance to watch-making is in this, the realm of the chronometer. Paul Ditisheim died in 1945, but his commitment to technical excellence and design continued for decades under the names Titus and Vulcain.

Solvil et Titus still operate however were purchased by:

Stelux Holdings International Ltd 27/F., Stelux House, 698 Prince Edward Road East, San Po Kong, Kowloon, HONG KONG and here is something interesting............

Stelux Holdings International Limited is listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. The Group's core businesses consist of :- (1) the manufacture, distribution and retail of watches through its City Chain outlets in Asia or through distributors in other parts of the world. Housebrands include Solvil et Titus, ellesse, Cyma and Universal Genève. Stelux also holds a worldwide exclusive license to manufacture and distribute adidas brand of sports watches. (2) The Group also operates the Optical 88 retail shops in Hong Kong and Asia. Optical 88 provides eye care services like prescriptions for contact lenses and glasses and sale of optical products. the same name. (4) The Group holds various properties for rent and for our use. (3) The Group operates retail outlets in Hong Kong called Hipo.fant selling infant and children's wear under