Berkshire Hathaway’s Influence on the Swiss Watch Industry: A Look at Precision and Investment Trends

This would explore how Berkshire Hathaway (which owns brands like Borsheim’s and has investments in luxury markets) influences the high-end watch sector. You could analyze: Warren Buffett’s views on luxury goods and whether his investment philosophy aligns with Swiss watchmaking. How Berkshire’s ownership of precision-driven companies compares to Swiss watch craftsmanship. The investment potential of Swiss watches in a Berkshire-like long-term strategy.

Vijay Thompson

1/25/20252 min read

Berkshire Hathaway’s Indirect Influence on Swiss Watches

5 . Zenith – Defy Skyline 36mm

4 . TAG Heuer – Carrera Chronograph 36mm

3 . Omega – Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional

2 . Patek Philippe – Nautilus 7118/1A (Ladies’ Edition)

1 . Rolex – Day-Date 40

05 || Zenith – Defy Skyline 36mm

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Zenith – Defy Skyline 36mm

Connection: Also under LVMH, benefiting from the luxury market’s Berkshire-influenced trends.

Highlights:

Integrated bracelet
High-frequency El Primero movement
36mm unisex design
60-hour power reserve
Sporty yet elegant
100m water resistance
Starry sky dial pattern

Female Ambassador: Deepika Padukone (Zenith’s new global face)

Treebox Rating

8.0

04 || TAG Heuer – Carrera Chronograph 36mm

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TAG Heuer – Carrera Chronograph 36mm

Connection: Berkshire holds LVMH shares, which owns TAG Heuer.
Highlights:

Racing heritage
Sleek 36mm case
Automatic chronograph
Sunray brushed dial
Sapphire caseback
Water-resistant to 100m
Avant-garde aesthetics

Female Ambassador: Bella Hadid (Former TAG Heuer Brand Ambassador)

Treebox Rating

8.3

03 || Omega – Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional

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Omega – Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional

Connection: Omega is part of Swatch Group, a company influenced by luxury market trends Berkshire tracks.

Highlights:

Worn on the moon
Manual-winding chronograph
Hesalite or sapphire crystal
Master Chronometer-certified
Stainless steel bracelet
50m water resistance
Legendary NASA history

Female Ambassador: Nicole Kidman (Official Omega Brand Ambassador)

Treebox Rating

8.9

02 || Patek Philippe – Nautilus 7118/1A (Ladies’ Edition)

Images Credit: Patek Philippe

Patek Philippe – Nautilus 7118/1A (Ladies’ Edition)

Connection: Available at Borsheims, highly regarded as an investment piece.
Highlights:

Stainless steel elegance
Iconic porthole design
Automatic movement
Gold applied hour markers
60m water resistance
Ultra-thin profile
Timeless resale value

Female Ambassador: Charlize Theron (spotted wearing Patek Philippe)

Treebox Rating

9.2

01 || Jennifer Aniston (Rolex – Day-Date 40)

Images Credit: Rolex

Treebox Rating

9.7

Rolex – Day-Date 40

Connection: Sold at Borsheims, a Berkshire Hathaway-owned retailer.

Highlights:

18k gold or platinum case
President bracelet
Exclusive to precious metals
Cyclops date magnifier
COSC-certified Superlative Chronometer
Iconic fluted bezel
Trusted by leaders & investors

Female Ambassador: Jennifer Aniston (unofficial but frequently seen wearing Rolex)

Treebox Rating

9.2