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Glycine

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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Glycine 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.

Glycine archive photograph — Vintage Glycine Airman-style watch with a 24-hour bezel, date display, and multiple crowns for time and bezel control.

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Origins and period

Bienne, Switzerland
Founded 1914

Historical overview

Glycine in watchmaking

Glycine developed a reputation for practical mechanical watches and became especially associated with aviation and military use.

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Landmark dates

Founding and first production
Important movement or model launch
Expansion, merger, revival, or modern milestone

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Known for

The Airman, 24-hour displays, multiple time zones, and pilot watches.

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Movements and innovation

Calibres, escapements, case construction, water resistance, electronic or quartz development, manufacturing methods, patents, and specialist suppliers.

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Identification checklist

Reference and serial numbers
Movement calibre and jewel count
Case material and dimensions
Dial, hands, crown, crystal, bracelet, and inscriptions

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Preservation guidance

Service considerations, originality, replacement parts, water-resistance assumptions, safe storage, and details that should be documented before restoration.

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References and credits

Official manufacturer history, museum or archive sources, technical sheets, books, catalogues, advertisements, image credits, and provenance notes.