Laventure is an independent Swiss watch brand founded in 2017 by Clément Gaud. Based in Neuchâtel, the brand was established by Gaud after he spent five years working in a watch design agency, where he collaborated with prominent maisons such as Audemars Piguet, Tissot, and Hamilton. Laventure operates with a philosophy centered on creating limited-edition “tool watches” that balance Swiss horological tradition with a modern spirit of exploration and 1960s-inspired aesthetics.
The brand has cultivated a dedicated following due to its commitment to 100% Swiss manufacturing. While the legal requirement for the “Swiss Made” label is 60% of value generated in Switzerland, Laventure produces nearly all its components—including cases, dials, and hands—within the Neuchâtel and La Chaux-de-Fonds regions. Enthusiasts also cite the exclusivity of the brand’s production runs, which are often limited to small batches of 50 to 100 pieces per year, and the distinctive “sandwich” dial construction as primary draws. The packaging, designed to resemble vintage Jules Verne novels from the “Voyages Extraordinaires” series, further reinforces the brand’s narrative of adventure.
Key pieces in the Laventure catalog include its inaugural model, the Marine, which established the signature 41mm steel case and high-domed “superdome” crystal. The Sous-Marine expanded the range into professional diving instruments, featuring 200 meters of water resistance and bronze case options. More recent significant releases include the Transatlantique GMT, which introduced a dual-time complication and an integrated bracelet, and the Marine Type 3. The Type 3 represents a technical shift for the brand, utilizing grade 23 titanium, a COSC-certified chronometer movement based on the Sellita SW300-1, and an internal Faraday cage to provide anti-magnetic protection according to ISO 764 standards.
