Ruhla
Winner
Excellent Brands
Luxury
Details
The first German in space had a watch of the Ruhla brand strapped to his wrist on his historic mission in 1978. The Ruhla watch brand is now being revived to commemorate Sigmund Jähn's historic flight by launching the "Space Control" watch series. The modern reinterpretation of the historic timepiece is produced at the original location, at Uhrenwerke Ruhla, which since 2019 is part of POINTtec, the family-run watch specialist from Ismaning near Munich.
The Jury‘s Statement
Ruhla is experiencing a renaissance that masterfully combines tradition and modernity. The "Space Control" series, inspired by Sigmund Jähn’s 1978 mission, impressively demonstrates how historical heritage can be transformed into a luxurious, contemporary form. With modern automatic movements and a Solar Power Reserve, made in the traditional Ruhla movements, this collection combines technological innovation with elegant aesthetics. An homage to the past that redefines the luxury of the present while building a bridge to the future.
