ELGÉ : A HERITAGE OF FRENCH WATCHMAKING
BETWEEN SAVOIE & FRANCHE-COMTÉ
Born in the mountains of Savoie in the 1950s, Elgé watches are making their return with the same passion for watchmaking and thirst for adventure. The Chamonix marks the first chapter of this new era.
A HERITAGE ROOTED IN SAVOYARD WATCHMAKING CRAFTSMANSHIP
Founded in Annecy in the late 1940s, Elgé established itself as a key player in Savoyard watchmaking, forging strong ties with the prestigious watchmaking school of Cluses.
At its peak, the Elgé manufacture employed 120 skilled watchmakers and artisans, producing watches that reflected the ingenuity and artistry of post-war French watchmaking.
Powered by French and Swiss mechanical movements, Elgé watches were a testament to the horological and artisanal excellence of the region. However, like many of its contemporaries, the brand succumbed to the quartz crisis and disappeared in 1973.
At its peak, the Elgé manufacture employed 120 skilled watchmakers and artisans, producing watches that reflected the ingenuity and artistry of post-war French watchmaking.
Powered by French and Swiss mechanical movements, Elgé watches were a testament to the horological and artisanal excellence of the region. However, like many of its contemporaries, the brand succumbed to the quartz crisis and disappeared in 1973.
A TIMELESS DESIGN
Among Elgé's most iconic creations was the Chamonix, renowned not only for its distinctive dial featuring bold Magnum hands and generous indices but also for the way it embodied the spirit of adventure and exploration of its era. Inspired by the legendary town of Chamonix Mont-Blanc, nestled in the heart of the French Alps, it captured the essence of its rugged, majestic surroundings.
Designed for the heights, this tool watch adapted to every situation, from grand adventures to smaller explorations.
Designed for the heights, this tool watch adapted to every situation, from grand adventures to smaller explorations.
A RENAISSANCE MARKED BY TRADITION AND INNOVATION
Elgé is reborn with a mission to honor its heritage while humbly contributing to the revival of French watchmaking. Faithful to its roots in Savoie and the expertise of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region, Elgé is committed to producing mechanical watches equipped with calibers made in France.
The new Chamonix, powered by the France Ébauche caliber, represents the pinnacle of French craftsmanship and excellence. Assembled and adjusted near Besançon, it reflects the expertise of a region renowned for its meticulous watchmaking standards.
With timeless designs and robust construction, Elgé aims to offer reliable tool watches designed for a new generation of enthusiasts.
The new Chamonix, powered by the France Ébauche caliber, represents the pinnacle of French craftsmanship and excellence. Assembled and adjusted near Besançon, it reflects the expertise of a region renowned for its meticulous watchmaking standards.
With timeless designs and robust construction, Elgé aims to offer reliable tool watches designed for a new generation of enthusiasts.
