Vulcain was founded in Le Locle in 1858 and is best known for a single invention that changed how people understood what a watch could do: the Cricket alarm, introduced in 1947, was the first mechanical wristwatch alarm loud enough to be heard clearly on the wrist. The calibre used two separate mainspring barrels, one for timekeeping and one to power the striking mechanism, a technical solution that required a new approach to case construction to project the sound effectively. Dwight D. Eisenhower received a Cricket as a gift in 1953, and the subsequent association with American presidents, from Truman to Nixon, gave Vulcain a designation it has carried since: the Presidents' Watch. That history is not retrospective branding. The documentation exists, the watches were worn, and the connection is genuine.
Explore our selection of Vulcain watches, presented with detailed descriptions and real photographs. Every timepiece undergoes a thorough authenticity and condition inspection by our certified watchmaker before shipment, including verification against The Watch Register.
Based in Geneva since 2021, WATCHOYSTER combines professional watch expertise, transparent service and a commitment to authenticity.
Every watch includes 24 months of Official Brand Service Coverage. Eligible repairs are performed at authorised brand service centres, with approved costs covered by us.
All Vulcain watches listed on our website are physically available for purchase, with fully insured worldwide delivery. Delivery typically takes 4–7 business days, depending on the watch and destination. Individual estimated delivery dates are displayed on each product page.
Personal collection at our Geneva office is available by appointment after purchase.
Our 14-day return policy covers material discrepancies between the watch and its description or photographs.
Flexible financing options are available for eligible customers, subject to the terms and approval of our financing partners. Available options and conditions are presented during checkout.
