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25.06.2026

Jesús Carro

Executive Director of WWM

Ollech & Wajs: honest, rugged Swiss diving tools

Ollech & Wajs is no-nonsense Swiss watchmaking: robust, reliable and honest tool watches, with a heritage of genuine tool-watches. A brand for those who value function and quality over showing off.

Zurich, 1956

In 1956, Joseph Ollech and Albert Wajs opened a small business in Zurich that would end up becoming a cult brand among enthusiasts. From the very beginning, their philosophy was to offer robust, well-made watches directly, with no middlemen and no inflated prices.

Its character

Divers and field watches with serious construction, legible and ready for demanding use. Functional Swiss design, true to its tool-watch origins.

Why an O&W

Because it offers authentic Swiss tool watchmaking, with real history and honest value for money. For those who know what they want.

Where to buy it in Spain

At World Watch Museum we are an official dealer of Ollech & Wajs: new watches, 100 % original, with official warranty, free shipping and a boutique in Madrid.

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Frequently asked questions

When was Ollech & Wajs founded?

Founded in 1956 in Zurich by Joseph Ollech and Albert Wajs.

What type of watches does it make?

Swiss diving and tool watches, robust and honest.

About the author

Jesús Carro

Executive Director of WWM Jesús Carro is Chief Executive Officer of World Watch Museum and Product Manager of Indie Watch, the house's own signature watchmaking brand. Passionate about independent watchmaking, he drives La Revista to give a voice to the brands that break the mould and to help people choose well, without posturing.