Founded in 1883 by Gottlieb Hauser, Alpina is a Swiss watch manufacturer based in Geneva and owned by the Frederique Constant Group (part of the Citizen Group). Celebrating its 140th anniversary in 2023, Alpina has been a pioneer in the world of sport, driven by a spirit of adventure and innovation. In 1938, the company invented the concept of the sports watch, with its Alpina 4 model, combining four fundamental characteristics: shockproof, non-magnetic, water-resistant and made of stainless steel.