A History of Erwin Sattler

History of Erwin Sattler 

• 1903
  The legacy begins with Heinrich Sattler, Erwin’s grandfather, who patented a desk/shelf clock featuring a perpetual calendar on March 4, 1903.

• 1958
  Almost six decades later, Erwin Sattler—also a trained clockmaker—established his own manufactory in Gräfelfing near Munich, focused on the finest craftsmanship, precision, and timeless design. Early models featured hand-carved and gilded cases, and his wife Viola painted many by hand.

• 1989
  Stephanie Sattler, one of Erwin’s three daughters, joined. With her background in economics, she assumed roles in business administration, purchasing, and sales.

• 1992–2002
  The company transitioned from a clockmaker into a full-fledged manufactory by building its own movement production. By 2002, they achieved over 90 % production depth, enabling extensive customization in handcrafted clocks and watch winders.

• 2002
  Erwin Sattler retired and passed leadership to Stephanie Sattler‑Rick and watchmaker Richard Müller, who had previously worked as a sales representative and later as a partner.

• Kit Innovation
  The second generation launched Müller & Sattler Uhrenbausatz GmbH, offering precision pendulum clock kits for customers to assemble themselves—a bold and successful innovation.

• 2006
  The manufactory relocated to a larger facility in Gräfelfing, expanding machinery and workforce. A standout feature: the largest precision pendulum clock in the world now graces the facade, with an almost 8-meter-long pendulum.

• 2019
  Richard Müller retired; Markus Glöggler and Jürgen Kohler took over management alongside Stephanie Sattler‑Rick.

• Today
  With dedication, the company evolved into a modern clock brand combining state-of-the-art manufacturing and centuries-old craftsmanship. Its timepieces are striking home furnishings and precision instruments, built to be passed on to future generations.