Luxury Watches

American watch brands are getting popular again. Why? They offer good quality and cool stories in a world full of Swiss and Japanese watches. USA wrist watch brands like Bulova in New York and US made watch brands like Weiss in Nashville bring back America’s watch-making past. In the 1800s, America led with big companies like Waltham and Elgin making lots of good watches. Hard times like the Great Depression stopped this but now new brands are starting up. Brands like Hamilton used to supply the army and Shinola revived Detroit’s style. Best American watch brands give you tough field watches, fancy dress watches or unique looks. Let’s see what makes these watches special and why Bijoux Eclore is the best spot in Canada to buy them.

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The Past of USA Wrist Watch Brands

American watch brands began strong in the 1800s. Companies like Waltham and Elgin made many good watches that matched Swiss ones. Tough times like the Great Depression and wars moved watch making away but today brands like RGM, Weiss and Hamilton are bringing it back. US made watch brands focus on fun designs and local jobs making watches that have meaning. At Bijoux Eclore we share these watches with you.

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What “Made in the USA” Means for Watches

Watches made in USA can mean different things. The government says “Made in the USA” means almost all parts like case movement and strap are made in America. Brands like RGM and Weiss do this best making their own cases and dials but some use Swiss or Japanese parts to keep time well. Other brands like Shinola and Bulova put watches together in the USA with parts from other places. It is hard to make everything in America because it costs more and some parts are tough to get. Knowing this helps you choose the watch you want.

Top American Watch Brands to Know

Here are ten best American watch brands. We picked brands like Hamilton, Bulova, and Fossil from Bijoux Eclore’s list and added common ones from other sites like Weiss, Shinola, Vortic, RGM, Timex, Dryden, and Vaer. Each has a story price and how “American-made” it is.

1. Hamilton

• Started: 1892
• Location: Lancaster, PA (now owned by a Swiss company)
• Known For: Strong watches for soldiers and pilots.
• Price Range: $495 to $2095 CAD
• Top Watches: Khaki Field Mechanical ($695 CAD), Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer ($845 CAD)
• American-Made Level: Designed in the USA put together in Switzerland with Swiss parts.
• Hamilton’s Khaki Field Mechanical has a 38mm dial and NATO strap good for daily use. It began as a military watch brand and mixes American style with Swiss quality. Buy Hamilton Khaki Field

2. Bulova

• Started: 1875
• Location: New York, NY
• Known For: Clean watches with New York style.
• Price Range: $200 to $1500 CAD
• Top Watches: Lunar Pilot ($895 CAD), Devil Diver ($795 CAD)
• American-Made Level: Designed in the USA put together in the USA with mixed parts.
• Bulova’s Lunar Pilot went to the moon and has a clean design with quartz movement. It shows America’s space past.

3. Fossil

• Started: 1984
• Location: Richardson, TX
• Known For: Fun watches with modern looks.
• Price Range: $100 to $500 CAD
• Top Watches: Machine ($200 CAD), Carlie Mini ($150 CAD)
• American-Made Level: Designed in the USA put together with mixed parts.
• Fossil’s Machine has a tough design good for daily wear. It mixes style and low price.

4. Weiss Watch Company

• Started: 2013
• Location: Nashville, TN
• Known For: Handmade field and dive watches.
• Price Range: $2700 to $4000 CAD
• Top Watches: Standard Issue Field Watch 38mm ($2700 CAD), Standard Issue Dive Watch ($3200 CAD)
• American-Made Level: 95% made in the USA including their movement and parts.
• Weiss makes the 38mm Field Watch with a latte dial. It shows good USA made quality.

5. Shinola

• Started: 2011
• Location: Detroit, MI
• Known For: Stylish watches with Detroit’s strong vibe.
• Price Range: $425 to $1500 CAD
• Top Watches: Runwell ($550 CAD), Canfield Chronograph ($900 CAD)
• American-Made Level: Put together in Detroit with parts from Switzerland and other places.
• Shinola’s Runwell has a clear crystal and bold look made in a Detroit factory.

6. Vortic Watch Company

• Started: 2013
• Location: Fort Collins, CO
• Known For: Turning old pocket watches into wristwatches.
• Price Range: $3726 to $8000 CAD
• Top Watches: Lancaster ($4400 CAD), Military Edition ($8000 CAD)
• American-Made Level: Uses old USA made parts with new cases and straps from the USA.
• Vortic’s Lancaster uses Hamilton pocket watch parts in a titanium case giving a unique old feel.

7. RGM Watch Company

• Started: 1992
• Location: Mount Joy, PA
• Known For: Fancy dials and USA made movements.
• Price Range: $2950 to $100000 CAD
• Top Watches: Pennsylvania Tourbillon ($85000 CAD), Model 25 ($3500 CAD)
• American-Made Level: Almost 100% made in the USA.
• RGM’s Pennsylvania Tourbillon has detailed dials and high-end parts good for collectors.

8. Timex

• Started: 1854 (as Waterbury Clock Company)
• Location: Middlebury, CT
• Known For: Cheap reliable watches with a glowing backlight.
• Price Range: $40 to $350 CAD
• Top Watches: Q Timex ($160 CAD), Expedition ($200 CAD)
• American-Made Level: Put together in the USA with Japanese parts.
• Timex’s Q Timex mixes old looks with modern quality.

9. Dryden

• Started: 2019
• Location: Kansas City, MO
• Known For: Tough watches with midwest style.
• Price Range: $300 to $600 CAD
• Top Watches: Heartlander Field Watch ($400 CAD), Chrono Diver ($500 CAD)
• American-Made Level: Put together in the USA with Japanese parts.
• Dryden’s Heartlander has a 39mm case and sunburst dial good for daily use.

10. Vaer

• Started: 2016
• Location: Venice, CA
• Known For: Tough field and dive watches.
• Price Range: $179 to $800 CAD
• Top Watches: C5 Tactical Field ($300 CAD), D4 Atlantic ($500 CAD)
• American-Made Level: Put together in the USA with mixed parts.
• Vaer’s C5 has 100m water resistance and quick-change straps.

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Comparison Table: Top American Watch Brands

Why Choose American Watches?

US made watches are special because:

• Help Local Jobs: Brands like Weiss and RGM hire Americans to make watches.
• Fun Looks: Vortic’s old parts and Dryden’s midwest style are different from Swiss or Japanese watches.
• Strong and Full of Stories: Hamilton’s army past and Bulova’s moon trip make watches interesting.
• Good for the Planet: Brands like Vaer make watches that last and can be fixed.

Tips for Buying an American Watch

• Choose a Price: From Timex’s $40 watches to RGM’s $100000 ones, pick what you can afford.
• Full USA vs. Put Together: Go for watches made in USA like Weiss for real American quality or put-together ones like Shinola for lower cost.
• See Warranty: Bijoux Eclore gives a 2-year warranty and free Canada shipping.
• Look at Stories: Hamilton and Bulova have cool American history.

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Why American Watch Brands Are Awesome

Best American watch brands like Hamilton Bulova and Weiss show America’s watch-making is strong. They mix old stories, quality work and cool designs. Our guide is short and helpful with tips and pictures better than other sites. Want a watch with American pride? Check Bijoux Eclore’s collection with free Canada shipping and a 2-year warranty. Shop Now to get your watch!