Stowa is a German watch manufacturer founded in 1927 by Walter Storz in Hornberg and is currently headquartered in Engelsbrand, Germany. The brand is recognized for its historical role as one of the five original producers of the Beobachtungsuhr (B-Uhr) pilot watches for the German Luftwaffe, a legacy it maintains through its modern collections. Collectors often value the brand for its adherence to Bauhaus design principles, high legibility, and its direct-to-consumer model that utilizes modified Swiss movements from manufacturers like Sellita and ETA.
The brand’s catalog is defined by several key collections and models: – Flieger: This series maintains the brand’s aviation heritage, featuring both Type A and Type B dial configurations based on historical pilot watch designs.
– Antea: A cornerstone of the brand that reflects Stowa’s early adoption of Bauhaus principles from the late 1930s, characterized by minimalist aesthetics and clean typography.
– Marine: Inspired by traditional naval observation watches and deck clocks, these timepieces are noted for their high legibility and blued steel hands.
– Partitio: A model based on a vintage 1930s design that emphasizes a functional and rugged aesthetic.
