Montre is French for "watch," and "co" can refer to several brands or terms in horology. Here’s a concise overview to help disambiguate. Short answer
- If you mean the luxury watch brand Jacob & Co, that is a New York-based haute horlogerie house known for extravagant designs and complex movements.
- If you mean “co.” as an abbreviation in brand names or retailer names, there are several French and international retailers and brands that use “Co” in their names (e.g., Montres Co, Montres and Co), often representing “company” or part of the brand identity.
Clarifying possibilities
- Jacob & Co. (Jacobs & Co.) is a prominent luxury watchmaker famous for:
- Five Time Zone, Astronomia, Twin Turbo, Opera, and Epic SP24 models.
- Unique features like multi-timezone displays, tri-axis tourbillons, automotive-inspired designs, and music boxes in some lines.
- Use of precious metals and limited production runs, appealing to collectors.
- Retailers and distributors with “Co” in their names:
- There are multiple watch retailers and e-shops whose brands include “Co” (short for company) or are named Montres and Co, Montres Co, etc.
- These typically offer a wide range of brands and price points, from fashion watches to mid-range timepieces.
If you can share more context, such as:
- Are you asking about a specific brand or model (e.g., Jacob & Co. Five Time Zone or Astronomia)?
- Do you want information on a retailer named “Montres and Co” or “Montres Co”?
- Is this for a purchase, history, or brand comparison?
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