That little marking on many swiss made watches just got revised today by the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry (FH). The 2007 general meeting was held today and numerous new percentages of what needs to be made in switzerland for a watch to bear the “Swiss Made” designation.

For a mechanical watch it has been increased to 80%, while a quartz watch has been increased to 60%. Previously 50% was the minimum. This is another big change for the FH. Read more about the article here:

Strengthening Of Swiss Made Step One Accomplished

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