Wristwatches have become commonplace in our culture. They are used for function as much as a piece of jewelry. There are many beautiful designs in watches that are currently available. Many find their need for watches are based upon a far more strategic purpose. Many users are looking for rugged watches that can stand up to any type of abuse that they may encounter. 
The Swiss have long prided themselves on their fighting ability. Over the centuries they have held off much larger invading armies from France, Italy, Germany and Austria by swooping down from mountain hideouts high up in the hills and attacking the invaders in the valleys. Their only defeat in recent years was to Napoleon and since then they have vigorously guarded their independence, freedom and neutrality.
