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Microbrand watches

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Microbrand watches are wristwatches produced by small, independent watch companies.[1][2]

History

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The term "microbrand" is usually synonymous with the microbrand watch industry, though it can also be more widely used to describe any small-scale brand that is likely only recognized in niche communities and among hobbyists.

The first microbrands debuted in the early to mid-2000s. With the advent of the Internet, brands were able to distribute watches directly to consumers within e-commerce, without taking on the overhead usually associated with luxury goods such as retail locations, marketing budgets, and other associated costs.

As a result, the prices of microbrand watches are generally significantly lower than luxury-tier watches, despite being produced in the same factories.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Wolf, Cam (19 April 2023). "Add one of these killer microbrand watches to your collection now". GQ. Retrieved 24 September 2024.
  2. ^ Davis, Johnny (6 December 2022). "Small-Time Players: The Rise of Watch Microbrands". Esquire. Retrieved 24 September 2024.