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Steeped in tradition, a Dreyfuss & Co timepiece is the legacy of René Dreyfuss, master horologist, who dedicated his entire life to perfecting the art of watch making.
The watchmaker's eye sees the world differently. A world of precision and passion.
René Dreyfuss, master horologist is born in the picturesque Swiss town of La Chaux De Fonds. The son of Moise Dreyfuss and brother of Georges and Sylvain Dreyfuss.
Stainless steel and PVD gold plated ladies and gents quartz models.
After a long but fulfilled courtship, he marries his childhood sweetheart, Georgette Weil and their marriage is shortly followed by the birth of their first child, Janine.
René establishes the Dreyfuss Fils watch company that is now the Dreyfuss & Co brand.
A range of gents' timepieces. Each benefits from an automatic movement. DGS000030/21 and DGS00031/21 both feature a hinged case back, allowing the beauty of the movement to be seen.
Georgette and René's first daughter Janine, marries Christophe in the stunning setting of the Swiss Alps.
Stainless steel and PVD gold plated ladies and gents quartz models with two step dial.
After many years of fostering a true passion for timepieces, René's collection of 'Neuchâteloises' clocks becomes a museum attraction.
Stainless steel and PVD rose gold 1953 plated chronograph gents models.
René decides to enter into retirement yet continues to visit the office on a daily basis to offer his expertise of experience.
Stainless steel and two tone steel and PVD gold plated ladies and gents quartz models. DLS00011/06 is crafted in PVD rose gold plate.
Robert Dreyfuss launches the Dreyfuss & Co brand which is inspired by the legacy of his ancestor, René Dreyfuss.