Montres Airain was originally founded by the esteemed Dodane family in 1934, gaining recognition for its reliable and high-quality timepieces. During the 1950s and 1960s, Airain was one of the select suppliers (along with Breguet and Dodane) of the Type 20 model for the French Army. The Type 20 refers to a specification for pilot’s chronographs issued by the French Ministry of Defense.

Beyond the Type 20 chronograph, Airain’s legacy includes iconic models such as the ‘Sous-Marine’ dive watch and the Airain ’77’ from the 1950s, which remain highly sought after by collectors worldwide.

After relaunching Airain’s sister brand, Lebois & Co, in 2014, we turned our attention to Airain, then owned by a passionate French entrepreneur. After sharing our vision, we were able to acquire Airain and reunite it with Lebois & Co, just as it was in 1934.

Today, Airain is revitalized with a focus on bringing the brand’s heritage into the future. We began this new chapter with the reintroduction of the highly anticipated ‘Type 20’ Flyback Chronograph, and we are excited to continue developing Airain’s legacy. Stay connected with us to follow all upcoming developments. We look forward to sharing this journey with you!