Formex Swiss Made Watches

Formex Swiss Made Watches Official Page for Formex Swiss Made Watches, an independent family-owned watch manufacture based in S

Formex Swiss Watches, established in 1999, is an independent family-owned watch manufacturer based in Biel/Bienne - known as the cradle of Swiss watchmaking. With our roots in high-end watch manufacturing, we develop and produce watches that meet the highest quality standards in the industry, and equip them with unique engineered features to add more functionality and comfort. Through an innovativ

e distribution model, Formex offers an affordable luxury watchmaking experience for those who appreciate fine timepieces and exceptional craftsmanship.

05/06/2026

Inside the exclusive NYC launch — Aria Unveiled.

Last week in New York, we introduced the Aria Manufacture Chronometer at the Time+Tide Discovery Studio.

Our first manufacture movement. Years of development. And a moment we’ve been waiting a long time to share.

More than 800 watch enthusiasts joined the live stream from around the world, making this launch truly global.

For those who haven't yet had the opportunity to see the Aria in person, we'll be bringing the collection to events and retail partners around the world throughout the year, and we hope to see many of you along the way.

Thank you once again for being part of this journey.

05/06/2026

Inside the exclusive NYC launch - Aria Unveiled

Last week, we unveiled the Aria Manufacture Chronometer at the Time+Tide Discovery Studio in New York. As our first manufacture movement and a watch years in the making, it was a moment we had been looking forward to for a long time, and we're grateful we got to share it with you.

The excitement has continued well beyond launch night. The Founders Edition has sold out through our Online Boutique, and we are humbled by the trust so many of you have placed in this new chapter for Formex. A limited number of pieces may still be available through select retail partners.

If you'd like to relive the evening, we've put together a short recap video from launch night, and you can also rewatch the live stream, which was joined by more than 800 watch enthusiasts from around the world! If you haven't already, be sure to check out some of the first hands-on reviews of the Aria from:

WatchChris: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=an5ci3ZqKS8&list=PLFDUVWldy2JdZaPvlxNq_lspOba41JOnm&index=5

ThisWatchThatWatch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KCpcFyABsA8&list=PLFDUVWldy2JdZaPvlxNq_lspOba41JOnm

For those who haven't yet had the opportunity to see the Aria in person, we'll be bringing the collection to events and retail partners around the world throughout the year, and we hope to see many of you along the way.

Thank you once again for being part of this journey.

Aria Manufacture Chronometer - FAQ with Raphael GranitoDoes a Manufacture movement mean that there is a new strategy for...
04/06/2026

Aria Manufacture Chronometer - FAQ with Raphael Granito

Does a Manufacture movement mean that there is a new strategy for the existing collection?
"Not at all. When it comes to pricing and performance, movements like the SW 200 from Sellita allow us to create accessible watches that are as reliable and rugged as one could hope for. But, again, our creative process automatically makes us want to shake up things from time to time."

First the Stratos UTC, then the full ceramic Essence, and now the Aria: is Formex going upscale?

"When we create a new model, we don’t think in price categories. We always start from a blank sheet. In the end, the price becomes a function of what we need to build and maintain a healthy, sustainable business around that product. The motivation behind everything is the passion to create amazing products, and to push the innovation and design envelopes while doing so.
The Stratos UTC, the full ceramic Essence, and now the Aria all came from that same process. We look for things that haven't been done yet, and we try to execute them as well as we possibly can. A full ceramic case and bracelet with fine adjustment, and now a high-performance micro-rotor movement in an ultra-thin dress watch reimagined our way, these are not easy things to bring to market, and we are proud of what our team has achieved.
We are beyond grateful to the customers who have trusted our creativity and ex*****on from the beginning, and who have walked with us and allowed us to get to where we are today. That trust means everything to us, and we'll always provide amazing new launches in the price range we came to be known for."

Discover the new collection: https://formexwatch.com/collections/aria-manufacture-chronometer/

The Founders Edition is sold out in our Online Boutique. A small number of pieces may still be available through our trusted retail partners. Feel free to contact them directly, or subscribe on our product page to be notified when the second production batch becomes available.

Aria Manufacture Chronometer "Every component of the Aria brought its own challenge: The dial design presented its own m...
03/06/2026

Aria Manufacture Chronometer

"Every component of the Aria brought its own challenge: The dial design presented its own myriad of challenges due to its natural shape and 3D aspect within a very slim watch. The case design, with its very hard-to-finish convex lugs (that were very difficult to integrate with the bracelet), posed huge challenges for the design and manufacturing processes. The bracelet consists of very slim links, all with a very slight curve to them that reflect the light. Challenges related to the movement, thankfully, were masterfully worked out by the team at Horage, and the architecture and specs are already very well tested and proven. The design process for the decoration, however, took quite some time, requiring a lot of laser texturing to get the surfaces just right. We made many prototypes along the way and took our time over the past 2.5 years to get every component of this model exactly the way we wanted it, without having to make compromises that we couldn’t stand behind. The fact that the initial launch date was October 2025 shows you how much extra time we took to get all the details just the way we wanted them."
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Raphael Granito, CEO Formex Watch SA.

Discover the new collection: https://formexwatch.com/collections/aria-manufacture-chronometer/

The Founders Edition is sold out in our Online Boutique. A small number of pieces may still be available through our trusted retail partners. Feel free to contact them directly, or subscribe on our product page to be notified when the second production batch becomes available.

Aria Manufacture Chronometer - A Polyphony in Watch DesignThe dial tells its own story: Stamped from a single piece of b...
02/06/2026

Aria Manufacture Chronometer - A Polyphony in Watch Design

The dial tells its own story: Stamped from a single piece of brass, lacquered and finished with a matte surface, the passage of time is turned into a sculptural landscape, not unlike a rock-cut basin: each beveled index sits on a slightly raised platform, the surrounding dropping away in a gentle concave curve which creates a sense of depth, despite the overall thinness of the watch. Every index breaks the curvature of the dial with a subtle, radial line. The subdial for the small second is located at 6 o'clock, the Formex logo is embedded across at the 12 o'clock position. To further increase contrast and legibility, the bevels of the hands and indexes are polished, the surfaces brushed.

The three dial options each bring their own character to this architecture: Selva Green carries the warmth of a forest floor — deep, organic, alive with amber undertones from the luminous indices. Ardesia Grey is cooler and more architectural, the color of mountain slate after rain. And Denso Blue hovers between storm and stillness — a dense, matte navy that absorbs light rather than reflecting it, creating a contrast to the color of the luminous material and surface finishes of the rose gold-colored hands and applied indices.

Discover the new collection: https://formexwatch.com/collections/aria-manufacture-chronometer/

The Founders Edition is sold out in our Online Boutique. A small number of pieces may still be available through our trusted retail partners. Feel free to contact them directly, or subscribe on our product page to be notified when the second production batch becomes available.

Aria Manufacture Chronometer - A Polyphony in Watch DesignEvery Aria model starts with a Grade 5 titanium block, also kn...
01/06/2026

Aria Manufacture Chronometer - A Polyphony in Watch Design

Every Aria model starts with a Grade 5 titanium block, also known as Ti-6Al-4V — the same alloy used in aerospace, marine and surgical applications due to its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, biocompatible/skin-friendly properties and corrosion resistance. Milling and shaping the 40-mm case is one thing, finishing is another matter entirely: the case and each link of the tapering titanium bracelet are hand-brushed individually, following the curves of a design that feels like it was shaped over time by river water or wind. The rounded, organic surfaces require that every finishing step follows the shape of the case and bracelet precisely, a process that cannot be automated without losing the subtlety and warmth of the overall design. A closer look at the links of the integrated bracelet shows that each one features a slightly curved surface. While barely visible to the naked eye, it can be immediately felt on the wrist. In addition, mirror-polished bevels reflect the light with surgical precision — a deliberate contrast that gives the 6.9-mm thin Aria an understated but unmistakable wrist presence.

Wrist size: 7 inches - 18 cm

Discover the new collection: https://formexwatch.com/collections/aria-manufacture-chronometer/

*The Founders Edition is sold out in our Online Boutique. A small number of pieces may still be available through our trusted retail partners. Feel free to contact them directly, or subscribe on our product page to be notified when the second production batch becomes available.

NEW: Aria Manufacture Chronometer - A Polyphony in Watch DesignEvery Aria model starts with a Grade 5 titanium block, al...
31/05/2026

NEW: Aria Manufacture Chronometer - A Polyphony in Watch Design

Every Aria model starts with a Grade 5 titanium block, also known as Ti-6Al-4V — the same alloy used in aerospace, marine and surgical applications due to its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, biocompatible/skin-friendly properties and corrosion resistance. Milling and shaping the 40-mm case is one thing, finishing is another matter entirely: the case and each link of the tapering titanium bracelet are hand-brushed individually, following the curves of a design that feels like it was shaped over time by river water or wind. The rounded, organic surfaces require that every finishing step follows the shape of the case and bracelet precisely, a process that cannot be automated without losing the subtlety and warmth of the overall design. A closer look at the links of the integrated bracelet shows that each one features a slightly curved surface. While barely visible to the naked eye, it can be immediately felt on the wrist. In addition, mirror-polished bevels reflect the light with surgical precision — a deliberate contrast that gives the 6.9-mm thin Aria an understated but unmistakable wrist presence.

Discover the new collection: https://formexwatch.com/collections/aria-manufacture-chronometer/

Pre-order now for delivery starting September 2026.

NEW: Aria Manufacture ChronometerThe FX01 incorporates a flexible geartrain pinion engineered to eliminate backlash duri...
30/05/2026

NEW: Aria Manufacture Chronometer

The FX01 incorporates a flexible geartrain pinion engineered to eliminate backlash during time setting. By maintaining constant tension throughout the motion works, the system removes the microscopic free play typically present between gear teeth when adjusting the hands. As a result, the minute hand reacts immediately and precisely to every movement of the crown, allowing for exact synchronization with a reference time signal. Beyond improving accuracy (every movement is individually tested and certified by the COSC), the mechanism also creates a noticeably smoother and more refined experience when operating the crown, underlining the precision of the movement itself.

The FX01 has been equipped with a full silicon regulating system, including the hairspring, escape wheel, and pallet fork. Compared to traditional steel components, silicon is significantly lighter, entirely anti-magnetic, highly corrosion resistant, and operates with extremely low friction. These characteristics improve long-term stability, efficiency, and consistency while reducing the need for lubrication in critical areas of the escapement.

As a modern high-performance movement, the FX01 also features matching movement aesthetics thanks to a highly distinctive finish developed by Formex: The bridges feature galvanic black gold plating combined with vertically brushed surfaces and laser-textured cutouts that reveal some of the movement’s deeper architectural layers. Hand-brushed bevels add contrast and depth throughout the caliber. The tungsten micro-rotor itself is finished with brushed surfaces and laser-engraved with the Formex logo.

Discover the new collection: https://formexwatch.com/collections/aria-manufacture-chronometer/

Pre-order now for delivery starting September 2026.

NEW: Aria Manufacture Chronometer - Orchestrating Materials and Chronometric PerformanceThe Manufacture Caliber FX01 is ...
29/05/2026

NEW: Aria Manufacture Chronometer - Orchestrating Materials and Chronometric Performance

The Manufacture Caliber FX01 is our first exclusive caliber and came to life through a collaboration with Horage. At the heart of the caliber lies a micro-rotor architecture, a construction first introduced in the late 1950s. Unlike conventional automatic movements, where the rotor sits centrally on top of the movement, a micro-rotor is integrated directly into the caliber itself. This allows us to achieve a substantially thinner movement profile — 2.9mm compared to the 4.6mm of a Sellita SW200-1 — while simultaneously offering a more open and unobstructed view of the mechanics.

One of the main challenges of micro-rotor movements is winding efficiency, since a smaller rotor naturally carries less rotational inertia than a full-sized oscillating weight. To overcome this, we developed the FX01 with a custom tungsten micro-rotor. Tungsten is an exceptionally dense and heavy material, allowing the rotor to generate greater winding momentum despite its compact dimensions. Combined with an ultra-efficient mainspring system, this construction improves winding efficiency by approximately 55%, enabling a power reserve of more than 72 hours. In practical terms, approximately one hour on the wrist can already generate up to ten hours of power reserve.

Meet the Aria:
https://formexwatch.com/collections/aria-manufacture-chronometer/

Pre-order now for delivery starting September 2026.

NEW: Aria Manufacture ChronometerFor almost ten years, Formex has pursued an ambitious and client-focused vision — throu...
29/05/2026

NEW: Aria Manufacture Chronometer

For almost ten years, Formex has pursued an ambitious and client-focused vision — through distinctive designs, thoughtful functional solutions, and innovative materials at accessible prices.

Now, the next chapter begins.

The new 40 mm Aria Manufacture Chronometer introduces the FX01 micro-rotor movement, co-developed with Horage and integrated into an ultra-thin titanium case with flowing organic lines and a seamlessly integrated bracelet.

A design inspired by the way the elements shape surfaces over time, slowly removing material to achieve a more refined and balanced form. The result is an incredibly light and comfortable presence on the wrist: just 78 grams including the bracelet, and only 6.9 mm thin.

Meet the Aria:
https://formexwatch.com/collections/aria-manufacture-chronometer/

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