Cyma Watches

Cyma watches are classic timepieces that appeal to people of all ages and lifestyles. Both collectors and people who want a quality Swiss watch will like Cyma watches. Although Cyma watches are considered fine jewelry, Cyma offers a large selection of watches in a variety of styles at different price ranges. Cyma is one of the most popular luxury watches in Europe and more recently, in the U.S.A. What is the appeal of this traditional Swiss watch?

Cyma traces its early origins from a small watch company founded by the brothers, Joseph and Theodre Schwob, of Schwob Frères and Co. in 1862. The Schwob brothers named the company cyma, the French word for summit. In early years, the company had a staff of 40 people and 55 machines that together produced about 40 watches a day. Yet, it was not until 1892 when the brothers partnered with Frederic Henri Sandoz, the owner of the watch wholesale company, Henri Sandoz and Cie, that the business expanded. Under Sandoz's leadership, the company became the Cyma Watch Company and built the famous Cyma factory in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland in the Jura Mountains. La Chaux-de-Fonds is near Le Locle. Both towns were the center of the Swiss watchmaking industry in the 1800's.

By 1903, Cyma introduced an extra slim pocket watch that featured lever movement. The watch won the prestigious Chronometer certificate from the Neuchatel Observatory. Over the years, the company would continue to grow and offer unique watch features. Watches were exported to various parts of Europe and Asia. Cyma was one of the first companies to offer a waterproof watch in 1915. In 1923, Cyma became Switzerland's largest watch manufacturer. It also was among the early automatic watch makers in 1943. Cyma developed bi-directional automatic movement watches in 1957. Today Cyma remains one of Switzerland's largest watchmakers and offers more than 400 watch models for both men and women.

Cyma watches come in a number of different styles to fit most tastes. Features of various watch models include:

• Certified automatic chronometer movement
• Calendar with split-timer
• Sub dials for 12 hour recording, 1 /10 second timing and continuous second hand reading
• Rotating unidirectional click-stop bezel
• Tachymeter inner ring
• Water resistant to 330 feet
• Second time zone
• Quartz movement
• Calendar
• Sweep second hand
• Screw down crown and screw back
• See-through screw back
• Mineral crystal
• Sapphire crystal
• Luminous dials
• Roman dials
• 18K gold plated models
• Stainless steel models
• 18K gold and stainless steel models

The company also periodically offers limited edition watches with special features.

Cyma sells a large selection of watches. Watch models include the following:

• Men's Chronograph Skindiver Watch: This stainless steel watch has a rotating unidirectional click-stop bezel, sapphire crystal, water resistance up to 330 feet, a tachymeter inner ring and quartz movement. The watch has large hands for 60 second and 60 minute recording. Sub-dials are also included for 12 hour recording and 1/10 second timing.
• Men's Cyma Chronometer Watch: The stainless steel watch has certified automatic chronometer movement, a curved sapphire crystal, a see-through screw back and is water resistant up to 165 feet.
• Men's Cyma Dominator: The limited edition watch is part of a 200 piece collection. The watch features certified automatic chronometer movement, classic second hands, a black dial and leather band.
• Ladies' 18K gold and steel Signature Cyma Sports Watch: The watch is made of 18K gold and stainless steel with a hidden clasp and a sapphire crystal face. The watch runs on quartz movement and features a calendar, sweep second-hand, a screw-down crown and water resistance up to 165 feet.
• Ladies' Cyma leather strap watch: The basic watch is 18K gold-plated and has an ivory stick dial with a second sweep and date. It has a mineral crystal face, runs on quartz movement and has a leather strap.

Prices generally range between $295 for a basic watch to $3,500 for luxury watches. However, some specialty models can cost more than $10,000.

You can purchase Cyma watches at local jewelers and from a number of online retailers. The following websites sell Cyma watches:

• Skattel's Jewelers: Skattell's sells a large selection of men's and women's Cyma watches. Some of the more affordable Cyma models are sold here.
• Forest Jewelers: Forest Jewelers offers a number of different Cyma models for sale at various price ranges.
• Van Scoy Jewelers: Van Scoy Jewelers sells a number of different Cyma models in higher price ranges.
• George L. Gaines Jeweler, Inc.: George L. Gaines specializes in Cymas and sells a variety of Cyma models. This site requires an online contact form to find out more about products before purchase.

If you are searching for a classic watch made with high quality Swiss watchmaking standards, Cyma may be right for you. While Cyma watches are luxury items, some models are more affordable than other fine watches. You may also choose to spend extra money on a fine watch, such as a Cyma, because of durability and craftsmanship. These watches are also made with high standards and materials that can last a lifetime with proper care. With Cyma's large selection of watches, you can find one that fits your lifestyle and budget.

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