ABOUT US
Our name story
I have always been fascinated by history, magic and mythical things. This fascination led me to explore the history of my hometown, Basel, and I discovered that it has a rich and intriguing past, full of "wicked" tales.
From the 15th to the 17th century, witch hunts were common in Basel. Innocent women were burned to death in the market place, and even men were persecuted and judged. This dark chapter of Basel's history was long suppressed, but a memorial on the middle bridge in the city center (erected in 2019) now serves as a reminder to be free of stereotypes and prejudice.
The dance of Death
Another interesting aspect of Basel's history is the Dance of Death. Dating back to the 15th century, the painting shows Death dancing with people from all levels of society, from the poor to the king, priest, and even young men.
The painting conveys a simple but powerful message: your social status offers no protection from death.
If you want to read more about it, click here:
https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Basler_Totentanz
The Basilsik
Basel also has its share of mythical creatures. According to legend, a merchant once brought a basilisk to Basel. In 1474, a rooster was even sentenced to death after being accused of laying an egg – an act considered against nature.
The people of Basel feared that a basilisk might hatch from the egg, so the rooster was beheaded and the egg burned.
Read more about the Basilisk here:
The Verdict
As you can see, Basel has a rich and intriguing history, full of "wicked" tales.
That's why I chose the name WICKED WATCH CO – it reflects my roots and my fascination with the city's past, while also hinting at the unique and unconventional nature of our watches.
We are not always serious, but we are passionate about quality and craftsmanship.
Office
Habshagstrasse 8c, Reinach, Basel-Landschaft Switzerland
HQ
Sägeweg 1, 4147 Aesch BL
Switzerland
+41 76 445 19 17 (direct phone)
Company reg. CHE-207.640.609
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