Origins and period
Le Locle and Tavannes, Switzerland
Cyma name used from the late nineteenth century; associated with Tavannes Watch Co.
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Cyma
This page has been created in the permanent archive and is ready for verified history, watch photographs, model identification, and collector information.
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Cyma photographs
Archive photographs are captioned only from details visible in the image. Exact references and production dates remain open until case, movement, and serial markings can be compared.
Cyma in watchmaking
Cyma became closely connected with the Tavannes Watch Company founded by Henri-Frédéric Sandoz in 1891. The combined enterprise grew into a major industrial producer of movements and complete watches, ranging from precision pocket watches and alarms to durable military, automatic, and dress wristwatches.
Landmark dates
- Founding and first production
- Important movement or model launch
- Expansion, merger, revival, or modern milestone
Known for
Tavannes-signed movements, Cymaflex shock protection, Watersport watches, military wristwatches, alarm and automatic models, and large-scale Swiss manufacture.
Movements and innovation
Calibres, escapements, case construction, water resistance, electronic or quartz development, manufacturing methods, patents, and specialist suppliers.
Identification checklist
- Reference and serial numbers
- Movement calibre and jewel count
- Case material and dimensions
- Dial, hands, crown, crystal, bracelet, and inscriptions
Preservation guidance
Service considerations, originality, replacement parts, water-resistance assumptions, safe storage, and details that should be documented before restoration.
References and credits
Official manufacturer history, museum or archive sources, technical sheets, books, catalogues, advertisements, image credits, and provenance notes.