Question 1

Who is Daniel Roth in watchmaking?

Accepted Answer

Daniel Roth is a master watchmaker who launched his own brand in 1988 after helping revive Breguet. He is known for inventing the double-ellipse case shape and creating highly finished, low-production watches with complications.

Question 2

What makes Daniel Roth watches collectible?

Accepted Answer

Their rarity, technical complexity, and independent heritage. Many vintage Roth watches were made in editions of fewer than 50 pieces, often featuring guilloché dials, retrograde indicators, or tourbillons.

Question 3

Are Daniel Roth watches still made?

Accepted Answer

Yes. After being dormant for several years, Daniel Roth was revived by LVMH and La Fabrique du Temps in 2023. The brand now produces a small number of watches annually with modern movements and original case designs.

Question 4

What case shapes are Daniel Roth watches known for?

Accepted Answer

The double-ellipse case is the brand’s hallmark — a form that’s wider than it is tall, with soft curves and integrated lugs. This shape is instantly recognizable and uncommon in traditional watchmaking.

Question 5

Does The 1916 Company sell new Daniel Roth watches?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We are an authorized retailer for the newly relaunched Daniel Roth brand. Our showrooms and online platform offer access to the latest releases as well as pre-owned vintage references.

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