GLYCINE 100 YEARS AND STILL COUNTING GLYCINE 100 YEARS AND STILL COUNTING Since its founding in 1914 by the ingenious Eugène Meylan, the professional production in Biel/Bienne enabled Glycine to offer the finest miniature movements, clad in precious gold and platinum cases, often studded with diamonds on the market. Glycine became a supplier to the jet-set, particularly in England and America, that valued such works of fine Swiss craftsmanship. A pioneer of watchmaking for pilots and frequent travelers, Glycine has become synonymous with aviation. Initiated by British commander and pilot Chat Brown in 1953, Glycine designed the first “Airman” watch and began production the same year. The Airman became very successful garnering legendary status for introducing multiple time-zone watches. Since then, Glycine has developed several generations of aviation watches. With each release, the brand has continued to innovate, enhancing upon the one that came before. The releases have ranged from more complex world timers to special editions geared for the collector. More than 100 years after the creation of his first Glycine watch, Meylan's spirit lives on. With its acquisition by Invicta Watch Group in 2016, Glycine is now, more than ever, positioned to expand, creating distinctive timepieces predicated upon the unique vision developed by Meylan. Glycine looks forward to future endeavors with Invicta. This prestigious brand will feel right at home with its new owner as timeless traditions will forever be honored, guarded and guaranteed in the years to come. Tradition and quality will keep Glycine up and running. Never absent from the Glycine journey, the Airman was and is the hallmark of the brand. Offering excellent value at a reasonable price, the model is the embodiment of the Glycine philosophy. The company’s strong foundation, coupled with its emphasis on rugged and reliable products, still make Glycine a highly respected name in Swiss watchmaking today.
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