8) Blancpain

Headquartered in Biel, Switzerland, Blancpain is owned by the Swatch Group. The company produces fewer than 30 watches per day. Each timepiece is crafted by a single watchmaker. The company has never produced quartz watches in the past and does not intend to in the future.

7) Girard-Perregaux

Girard-Perregaux designs and produces its own movements. The brand is well-known for its timeless and classic designs. The origins of the brand dates back to 1791. The company, which produces 12,000 pieces a year, has invented many innovative concepts.