customised and unique watchstraps

COMMITTED TO VALUES: THE TRADITIONSTEEPED

KAUFMANN MANUFACTORY

Our manufactory is today based in Kleinschmalkalden - at the heart of Thuringian Forest. The tradition-rich company was founded 74 years ago by Wilhelm Kaufmann. Back then, it focused entirely on the production of fine belts. However, after setting off on a journey through Switzerland, Kaufmann fell victim to a mishap during a walk when a faulty watchstrap caused him to lose his favourite watch. This provided the initial spark behind the firm's current success as the initial disappointment fired Kaufmann's entrepreneurial spirit. He made it his aim to develop the very best watchstraps. These watchstraps are still Kaufmann's core product.