Tutima
Tutima Glashütte - German Manufactory Watches
Tutima Glashütte is a German watch manufactory founded in 1927 in Glashütte, Saxony, internationally recognized for the production of high-precision chronographs and pilot's watches. ALFYO brings the official Tutima selection to Castelfranco Veneto and throughout Italy, with international warranty and certified service.
Nearly a century of German watchmaking excellence
Founded by Dr. Ernst Kurtz, who aspired to embody the precision of German watchmaking, Tutima derives its name from the Latin "tutus," which means "safe" or "reliable". Between 1941 and 1945, approximately 30,000 Tutima pilot's chronographs were produced, which became legendary. The NATO chronograph developed by Tutima in 1948 is still the official watch of German army pilots today.
Tutima Glashütte collections available at ALFYO
Tutima creates five product lines produced in Glashütte: Patria, M2, Saxon One, Grand Flieger, and Sky:
- Patria: classic watch with a manual manufacture caliber
- Grand Flieger: a reinterpretation of the historic pilot's chronograph from the 1940s
- Saxon One: Tutima's widest line, a luxury sports watch with an integrated case and bracelet, also available for women
- M2: modern pilot's watch with military DNA
- Sky: contemporary chronographs
Why buy Tutima from ALFYO
At ALFYO, an authorized Tutima Glashütte retailer, you receive an official manufacturer's warranty, direct advice from GIA gemologist Alfio Lago, an in-showroom try-on at Borgo Vicenza 44, Castelfranco Veneto (TV), and secure shipping throughout Italy via
Curiosities about Tutima Glashütte
Where are Tutima watches produced?
Tutima is a German manufactory based in Glashütte, Saxony, founded in 1927. All five product lines (Patria, M2, Saxon One, Grand Flieger, and Sky) are made in the historic Glashütte facility.
What does the name "Tutima" mean?
The name "Tutima" derives from the Latin word "tutus," meaning "safe" or "reliable": a deliberate choice by founder Dr. Ernst Kurtz to express the quality and robustness of his watches.
Why is Tutima famous for pilot's watches?
The 1941 Fliegerchronograph became an icon of military watchmaking. Between 1941 and 1945, approximately 30,000 Tutima pilot's chronographs were produced, and the NATO chronograph developed by Tutima in 1948 is still the official watch of German army pilots today.
Is Tutima still an independent company?
Yes. Dieter Delecate purchased the rights to the Tutima brand in 1960, founding Tutima Uhrenfabrik GmbH, and the Delecate family still owns the company today.
What is Tutima's most prestigious model?
The Hommage Minute Repeater, presented in 2011 to celebrate the return to Glashütte: the first minute repeater entirely produced in Germany, with 550 components all made in-house except for the balance spring.
Where can I buy a Tutima in Italy with an official warranty?
ALFYO is an authorized Tutima Glashütte retailer in Castelfranco Veneto (TV). Official manufacturer's warranty, advice, in-boutique try-on, and shipping throughout Italy via alfyo.it.