British Watches
Crafted With Purpose.
Mechanical watches designed and built in England
Pinion is an independent maker of British watches, founded by designer Piers Berry.
Each watch is designed, assembled and tested in England, combining traditional craftsmanship with precision Swiss movements. Built by hand in small batches, every model reflects a focus on clarity, durability and purpose.
Explore the collection
Pure
The Pinion Pure returns as a refined 38mm hand-wound watch, reimagined from our original 2014 design and reflecting a modern approach to British watches.
Neutron
The Neutron brings clarity and character together in a 38mm automatic design. Built by hand in England, it reflects Pinion’s focus on proportion, detail and balance.
Reaxis
The Pinion Reaxis is a 42mm automatic watch that blends bold British design with Swiss-engineered precision, hand-built in England for everyday reliability.
Elapse
The Pinion Elapse is a 42mm automatic chronograph powered by the Swiss Valjoux 7750, combining classic timing functionality with a contemporary approach to British watches.
British watches built in England
Pinion produces British watches in small batches, with every watch designed, assembled and tested in England. This approach ensures precision at every stage, from initial design through to final regulation. Pinion is also proud to be a trade member of the British Watch & Clock Makers Alliance.
Bespoke British Watchmakers
From RAF squadrons to private commissions, Pinion creates bespoke British watches built to unique specifications – designed, engraved and assembled in-house.
Archive
The Pinion archive documents previous models and discontinued watches, tracing the evolution of the collection since 2013. Each piece reflects the same focus on clarity, proportion and build quality that defines Pinion’s approach to modern British watches.
Pinion on Screen
Pinion watches have featured in film and television, including Fast & Furious 9, The Gentlemen, Doctor Who, and The Morning Show, demonstrating how independent British watches can hold their own on the world stage.
Stories
Since 2013, Pinion has been featured across editorial coverage and independent publications, documenting the development of the brand and its approach to British watches. These stories offer a broader view of the ideas, design and apporach behind each collection.
Upcoming Events
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August 1-2
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November 7-8
FAQs
Are Pinion watches made in the UK?
Yes. Every Pinion watch is designed, assembled, regulated and tested in England by founder Piers Berry, combining Swiss precision with British craftsmanship.
Most key components, such as movements, cases and dials are manufactured in Switzerland and Germany, with a small number of specialised parts sourced from trusted international suppliers. This global approach ensures each watch meets the highest standards of quality before final assembly in the UK.
What movements do Pinion watches use?
Pinion watches use proven Swiss automatic movements from Sellita and ETA (including Valjoux) chosen for their reliability, accuracy and ease of service.
Can I buy Pinion watches in stores?
Pinion watches are sold exclusively online through our website, ensuring you deal directly with the watchmaker.
A curated selection of Pinion watches is also available to view and purchase in person at The Workers Club (TWC) store, located at 58 Chiltern Street, Marylebone, London, W1U 7QZ — a destination known for showcasing exceptional independent British brands.
Do you offer bespoke watches?
Yes. Pinion designs and produces bespoke watches for private clients, military units, and organisations.
These projects are created to unique specifications, typically with a minimum order of 25 watches, allowing for exclusive designs that reflect the identity of each group.
What makes Pinion different from other british brands?
What sets Pinion apart is that the designer of the watch is also the person who builds it.
Every Pinion watch is designed, assembled, regulated, and tested by founder Piers Berry, ensuring a direct connection between design and craftsmanship from the first sketch to the finished piece.
It’s a rare approach as only a handful of people in the UK both design and hand-build their own watches, and it’s what gives each Pinion its unique character and authenticity.
What are British watches?
British watches are typically designed and assembled in the UK, often combining British craftsmanship with Swiss or European components. At Pinion, every watch is built in England.
