Laco × Circula ProLab

By Brent Robillard A Collaborative Set Marking 170 Years of Pforzheim Watchmaking In 2025, two Pforzheim-based watchmakers reach significant milestones: Laco celebrates 100 years, and Circula marks its 70th anniversary. Both brands trace their roots to the German city long known as the “Golden City” for its history in jewelry and watch production. Rather than commemorate the occasion independently, Laco and Circula chose to develop … Continue reading Laco × Circula ProLab

Laco: Legacy of the Luftwaffe, Spirit of the Modern Tool Watch

by Brent Robillard In the world of tool watches, few names carry the weight of history quite like Laco. Founded in 1925 in the German watchmaking town of Pforzheim, Laco was one of the original five manufacturers commissioned to build B-Uhr pilot watches for the Luftwaffe during the Second World War. Today, Laco blends that utilitarian legacy with thoughtful, contemporary watchmaking—producing timepieces that are both … Continue reading Laco: Legacy of the Luftwaffe, Spirit of the Modern Tool Watch