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Benrus

Benrus was founded by the Lazrus brothers and combined American design and distribution with substantial Swiss movement and assembly operations.

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Benrus photographs

Benrus archive photograph
Benrus Diamond quartz wristwatch with a black dial, date display and gold-tone case.
Benrus archive photograph
Vintage Benrus rectangular quartz watch with an integrated textured bracelet.
Benrus archive photograph
Benrus water-resistant quartz wristwatch with a silver dial, luminous hands and date window.
Archive information

Origins and period

New York City, United States
Founded 1921

Historical overview

Benrus in watchmaking

Benrus was founded by the Lazrus brothers and combined American design and distribution with substantial Swiss movement and assembly operations.

Archive information

Known for

Military watches, field watches, mid-century American design, and the Type I and Type II.

Historical development

Benrus was founded by the Lazrus brothers and combined American design and distribution with substantial Swiss movement and assembly operations.