Dent (clocks and watches) Dent (clocks and watches) Dent was a London manufacturer of luxury clocks and watches, founded by Edward John Dent. Dent began making watches in 1814, although it wasn’t until 1876 that the Dent triangular trade mark was registered. Perhaps the company’s biggest coup is winning the contract to make the clock for the new palace of Westminster – or Big Ben as it’s more commonly known. Edward John Dent (1790-1853) discovered his passion for horology from his cousin, Richard Rippon, himself a master watchmaker. Dent established his own company in 1814, and developed a reputation as a builder of accurate
Vestal Watches Vestal Watches Vestal is a privately held company that designs, develops and manufactures unique watches predicated on image and style. Vestal sells watches and clothes under its own name and by making watches for other brands, including Paul Frank, Vans and singer Gwen Stefani's Lamb and Harajuku Lovers. On September 23, 2002, Vestal officially registered the "Vestal" word mark. In 2004, Vestal opened an international headquarters in Biarritz, France. That same year, Vestal Group, Inc. was incorporated to make watches for other brands, including Paul Frank, Vans and singer Gwen Stefani's Lamb and Harajuku Lovers. On August 22, 2008, Vestal