Mühle Glashütte is a German precision watchmaking company specializing in marine chronometers, nautical instruments, and robust tool watches. Known for its maritime heritage and practical elegance, the brand combines traditional Glashütte craftsmanship with modern technical innovations, catering to sailors, professionals, and watch enthusiasts who value functionality and understated design. The brand's design philosophy focuses on readability, durability, and precision, featuring signature elements like wood-grain finished dials, ship's wheel logos, and robust cases. Key product lines include the Marine collection (inspired by nautical instruments), Terrasport outdoor watches, and Robert Mühle classic dress watches. Unique selling points include in-house modified movements, anti-magnetic protection, and water resistance up to 1,000 meters in professional models.
Mühle Glashütte
1869
Founded by Robert Mühle as a precision workshop producing measurement tools for Glashütte's watchmaking industry.
1920
Began manufacturing speedometers and dashboard instruments for automobiles and aircraft, expanding beyond watchmaking.
1945
Factory destroyed during WWII; company reestablished by Hans Mühle focusing on industrial measuring instruments.
1994
Fourth-generation family member Thilo Mühle relaunched the watch division, producing the first modern Mühle wristwatches.
1996
Introduced the first nautical instruments and marine chronometers, establishing the brand's maritime identity.
2003
Launched the Terrasport collection, featuring robust outdoor watches with distinctive wood-grain dials.
2010
Developed the proprietary Mühle wood-grain finish for dials, becoming a signature brand element.
2014
Introduced the S.A.R. Rescue-Timer, officially adopted by German Maritime Search and Rescue (DGzRS).
2018
Celebrated 150th anniversary with limited edition models featuring historical design elements.
2021
Launched the M1-25-65-LB with in-house modified SW 200-1 movement, showcasing enhanced precision.
2023
Introduced the new Seebataillon GMT developed in cooperation with Germany's naval infantry.
