Independence
For people who seek the extraordinary: distinctive watches as an expression of individuality, independent thinking, and a conscious distance from the mainstream.
BOTTA stands for
Klaus Botta brings together what rarely converges:
the courage for original ideas, depth in design, and scientific precision.
After studying technical physics, he founded his design studio in 1986 while still completing his subsequent design studies. At that time, he developed the modern single-hand watch, a concept that has had a lasting impact on the watch world.
BOTTA therefore carries a distinctive signature rooted in genuine experience, conviction, and substance.
Seven watch models. Seven perspectives on time.
Our seven watch models invite you to discover your own sense of time.
Uno
The original one-hand watch since 1986
UNO 24
The most logical form of time display
Clavius
Time in impressive form
TRES 24
The whole day at a glance
TRES
The values of Bauhaus in
21st-century design
NOVA
The one-hand watch for advanced users
MONDO GMT
Perfect overview of two time zones
Wall Clocks
Sophisticated highlights
for your living space
Customer Feedback
When Time Concepts Inspire
— Stefan Meinel
For me, efficient, dedicated service and personal contact are just as important as the quality of the watches themselves. That’s what makes the hobby of “wristwatches”—or, as you call it, Mr. Botta, “time concepts”—truly enjoyable.
Against cutting the time in half
— Peter van Geijn
The decision to adopt a 24-hour format in conjunction with the single-hand principle strikes me as one of the most consistent and intellectually honest answers to the question of how we wish to understand time in the first place. It exposes the conventional 12-hour division as an artificial halving of reality and instead places the full daily cycle—analog, graphic, and sun-aligned—at the center.
One-Hand Watch Fascination
— B. Bickelhaupt
As a passionate watch enthusiast, I keep up with all the latest innovations and trends in the watch world thanks to the diverse media landscape—I’m particularly interested in new and established design-oriented alternatives to the standard three-hand display. Some time ago, I came across the fascinating concept of the single-hand watch, which has captivated me ever since.
A New Perspective on Time
— Dr. T. Niemann
There were times in my life when I had an extremely unhealthy attitude toward time. Appointments scheduled every 10 minutes, working day and night. UNO 24 has helped me live a more relaxed and generous life with my time—both at work and in my personal life.
A good decision
— Richard Hill
Wow—everything that needs to be there is there. And everything that isn’t necessary is missing.
I wanted to go back to a time when ingenious engineering produced mechanisms that required no energy other than what I generate myself.
Beautifully made and unique
— J. Esteves
I’m am truly enjoying my watch, and have received many compliments on it.
Double Victory at the Grands Prix du Design in Montreal
GOOD DESIGN Award 2025
The Grands Prix du Design is among the most internationally renowned design awards. A jury of around 40 experts honors outstanding work in eight categories spanning architecture, interior, and product design. With our new UNO 24 24-hour wall clock, we achieved a double success — winning Gold in the Consumer Goods category and Silver in the Decorative category.
Additionally, the UNO 24 Slate wall clock was awarded the GOOD DESIGN Award 2025—one of the world's most prestigious prizes for outstanding design.
Extraordinary wristwatches for extraordinary people
Our brand slogan gets to the point. BOTTA stands for high-quality wristwatches beyond the mainstream. Already at first glance you can see the independence and exceptionality of our watch concepts. At second glance, the surprising and convincing logic that creates the special charm of this German watch brand from Königstein im Taunus becomes apparent.
BOTTA - Design by the grandchildren of the Bauhaus
Genetic kinship instead of a visual backdrop
The values of the BAUHAUS are still as relevant today as they were when the famous design school was active. The aesthetics, on the other hand, have evolved over the past 100 years. With these watches, BOTTA transfers the BAUHAUS philosophy to the present day in terms of design. Discover genuine originals with unique display concepts, advanced in design and technology.
Designed in Germany,
Handmade in Germany
Our wristwatches are designed and developed in Königstein near Frankfurt. Production takes place in southern Germany. This means we can guarantee that our unconventional concepts are realized with the precision and care that characterizes our brand. This applies to our watches in both design and technical details. We produce sustainably and durably in Germany so that you can enjoy the originals from BOTTA for a long time.
Quality and customer service
Our aim is your absolute satisfaction. Please feel free to contact us directly.
You can reach us personally from:
Mon. - Fri. from 9:00-18:00 in Königstein Taunus by telephone +49 6174 961188, by e-mail at info@botta-design.de or via our contact form.
Note also our opening-hours and our recurring open Saturdays.
BOTTA - the watch brand
Klaus Botta in an interview with Mario Lenke
Klaus Botta im Interview mit Mario Lenke
We have started a new video series with YouTuber Mario Lenke. Our first video is all about the thoughts and background of BOTTA wristwatches Made in Germany and how professional design development works. In addition, Klaus Botta explains his personal relationship with his watches. We hope you enjoy watching!
