

The History of Norwegian Watchmaking From Viking Navigation to Modern Horology
When most people think of watchmaking, their minds turn to the Swiss Alps or Glashütte. Yet Norway, a nation of seafarers and explorers has its own, largely untold relationship with timekeeping that stretches back over a thousand years. From Viking sun compasses to modern Norwegian watch design, this is the story of how time has always been a matter of navigation, survival, and meaning and how Von Doren  continues that legacy today. The Viking Era: When Time Meant Survival Re


The joy of owning a hand-wound watch
Time is defined as the indefinite continued progress of existence and events in the past, present, and future regarded as a whole....


How many parts are there in a mechanical movement?
The most obvious difference between a mechanical movement and a quartz movement is the power source. A quartz movement is powered by a...


5 reasons why a watch is the perfect gift
Despite the fact that we all have multiple devices constantly reminding us of what time it is, the interest in wristwatches is booming....


The story of the Von Doren Runde Watch
Our newest model, the Von Doren Runde is named after the bird island Runde, located in the rough sea outside of Ã…lesund, Norway. No other...


Von Doren designs the Official Norway Chess Watch
Official Norway Chess Watch designed by Von Doren is a unique collection of 300 numbered pieces


VON DOREN BASELWORLD 2019
March has arrived and it is time for Baselworld2019. Von Doren is present for the third time, this year in collaboration with WOLF. ...


CHESS AND FINE TIMEPIECES
This blog post gives insight into the special connection between chess as a challenging mind sport and fine timepieces.


How to choose a perfect dress watch for men?
Tips for gentlemen. A guide on how to choose a perfect dress watch for men.


Ruby – The perfect gemstone for ladies' jewel watches
Ruby is among the four most precious gemstones. Thanks to its beauty and values, ruby can be a perfect choice for a jewel wristwatches.








































