I received Jürgen Papst, for my birthday a Swatch Gent I was given a pulse meter as a gift, and that's how my passion for watches began.
WATCHPAPST
Passion for watches since 1991
For over 30 years, WATCHPAPST has been synonymous with genuine passion for watches and excellent service. Our selection of models from various brands is always in stock and available for immediate delivery. Swatch and Citizen is one of the most comprehensive in all of Europe. As an authorized dealer, we exclusively represent a select group of brands with whom we share a passion for analog timepieces.
We stand for ...
Quality, trust and passion – it is the foundation of our actions.
For Watchpapst A watch is more than just a timepiece. The watch on your wrist is an expression of your personality, your individual style. This philosophy shapes everything we do – from the careful selection of our product range to personal interaction with our customers. We offer our customers a foundation of trust for a secure purchase and lasting satisfaction. This includes transparent advice, courteous service, and a selection of carefully chosen brands that share our philosophy and passion.
A success story for over 30 years
Swatch launches with two new product lines: Swatch Scuba and Swatch ChronoI was particularly interested in the Chronos, and so the Skipper became my first. Swatch Chrono.
Out of joy in Swatch Watches will be shown for the first time
A business. WATCHPAPST launches in the spring.
At this time, the Swatchlive mainly on the many SwatchStock exchanges took place. They were held every weekend across Germany.
The world's largest SwatchThe stock exchange took place in Essen/Saalbau. Of course, we were there in the main hall. Our first online sale was a Swatch Gent Mackintosh via the eBay trading platform.
In May, we will launch our online shop watchpapst.de for the first time.
The first 1000 positive reviews on eBay have been reached.
Online retail, and especially the eBay trading platform, has become so powerful that more and more SwatchStock exchanges in Germany are closing. Customers increasingly prefer to order online from home.
Major relaunch of the watchpapst.de online shop. For the first time, we are on the first page of Google. We offer PayPal as a payment option to all our customers.
Watchpapst will be the only German importer of Swatch Clopedia; the reference work for everyone Swatch-Clocks from the beginning to the present day.
Watchpapst We are now an official Amazon partner. Offering our product range via the Amazon platform has been a complete success.
The new Swatch Clopedia with Bijoux and Flik Flak It will again be distributed exclusively by us in Germany.
Watchpapst + Swatch – fits perfectly. The event Swatch The Club Illustrative 2009 in Berlin.
Relaunch of the watchpapst.de website to give the now over 50,000 customers an even better overview of the entire product range.
For its 20th anniversary, it creates Watchpapst The 50,000th positive online review. In 12 years of online presence, there have been only about 80 dissatisfied customers. An excellent rate, and yet an incentive to further improve the service.
In June we will be authorized Citizen-dealers. One month later, the Citizen-Online page.
Shop-in-shop! Watchpapst opens a Swatch-Shop at Lieblings… in Fulda's Friedrichstrasse. One of the best addresses for lifestyle and accessories.
In June we will become an official Ice-Watch retailer and we will launch the Ice-Watch online shop.
Official Renata dealer
Watchpapst becomes an official KIENZLE dealer
we are expanding with Mido, Tissot and Union Glashütte our offer as an official dealer of these brands
We are taking over Tigges Jewelers at Marktplatz 6 in Lauterbach. As a new challenge alongside our online business, we are now also available to serve you personally on-site.
April: Relaunch of the watchpapst.de website
It starts in April Watchpapst New again. With a new online shop and a debranding, it presents itself anew. Watchpapst Relaunched for the future. Users can expect a new shopping experience. Optimized for mobile applications, it now offers significantly more convenience for smartphones and other devices. New payment options are now available.
What defines us
since 1991
Over 25,000 items
In 1–2 working days
Mit PayPal & Apple Pay
The team of Watchpapst
The prompt processing of your order is our priority and part of our philosophy. Watchpapst.
Owner & Managing Director
Sales Operations Manager &
E-Commerce Administrator
E-Commerce Manager
Staff Member
Operations Manager TIGGES
Order Processing
Jeweler TIGGES
Personal consultation & service
You'll find us centrally located in Germany, in the heart of Hesse, in the idyllic town of Lauterbach. A small town on the edge of the Vogelsberg mountains, it's always worth a visit. Easily accessible via the A4/A5 from east-west or the A7 as a main north-south connection.
Our store offers you the opportunity to experience the diversity of our product range firsthand. Enjoy personalized advice in a pleasant atmosphere, making it easier for you to choose the right watch.
Come by and experience our service firsthand.
Jeweler Tigges
Market Square 6 | 36341 Lauterbach
Mon–Fri from 9:00 – 13:00 and 14:00 – 18:00
Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Telephone +49 (0)6641.2095
Are you interested in a specific model?
Please get in touch and schedule an appointment. We'll make sure your desired watch is available when you visit.
Your Tigges team looks forward to your visit.