NEW YORK, August 1, 2020,- Torgoen, an aviation inspired watch brand, founded in 2010 by an elite group of manufacturers, and owned by E. Gluck Corporation is pleased to announce its expansion from a solely Ecommerce platform into the travel retail and duty-free segment. The company will make their retail debut at the upcoming TRMarketplace 2020, hosted by TR Business.
Torgoen, acquired by E. Gluck Corporation in 2019, is focused solely on offering aviation watches inspired by vintage cockpit instruments. Within the last decade, the company has built a loyal following among pilots, aviation enthusiasts and the like who appreciate the brand’s style, functionality and unique mid-luxury collections. While keeping an attention to detail, Torgoen is known for creating innovative aviation watches in a league of their own – mastering craftsmanship and design all at affordable prices.
“Luxury and quality are key factors in driving the travel retail industry and Torgoen’s DNA fuses premium watches with luxury style but at an accessible price point. Already a category leader in the direct-to-consumer space, we are excited to expand Torgoen’s distribution into the travel retail and duty free world, globally,” said Rob Robertaccio, Vice President of Global and Travel Retai Salesl at E. Gluck Corporation. “We feel it is a natural integration based on our consumer demographic.”
The Torgoen collection, which features watches powered by both Swiss quartz and automatic movements, have an opening retail price starting from $250. The collection will be showcased during the virtual TRMarketplace September 28-October 3, 2020.
About Torgeon:
Founded in 2010, Torgoen offers a wide range of aviation watches. The brand was founded by an elite group of manufacturers with decades of experience producing the world’s most renowned precision timepieces who had one goal: to create a brand that could intersect unparalleled quality and design with accessibility. Recently acquired by E. Gluck Corporation in 2019, the brand has re-launched with a new tagline – Where the Earth Meets the Sky – aiming to expand its consumer base to those seeking adventures in the everyday. With a pilot among its founders, the team drew design and functionality inspiration from the world of aviation, creating timepieces built to take on the world – no matter the adventure. The watch collection features watches powered by both Swiss quartz and automatic movements. Torgoen has been featured in Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, JCK, WatchPro USA, A Blog to Watch among others. Most recently Torgoen formed an ongoing partnership with Miracle Flights, the nation’s leading medical flight charity, which provides free flights to those in need of life changing medical care not found in their local communities. Torgoen is now donating a portion of sale proceeds to the 35 year old non-profit.