Our story
From an early age, Peter Kožár, the founder of Biatec, was captivated by technology, automobiles, motorcycles, and all kinds of machinery. It was no surprise that during his university studies, he decided to pursue a business venture in a unique and specialized field—mechanical watches. This world, a hidden realm of precision mechanics, continues to fascinate him to this day.
Mechanical watches represent a unique phenomenon - they have the ability to "tame" one of the most abstract concepts: time. And they do so in a way that has endured for centuries. Their history dates back to the 13th century, when the first mechanical clocks were created, following in the footsteps of sundials, water clocks, and hourglasses.
Yet, mechanical watches are more than just timekeeping instruments. They are works of art, feats of engineering, and symbols of craftsmanship. Their value lies in the perfect fusion of aesthetics, tradition, and technical precision, operating without the need for electronics or batteries. Unlike mass-produced electronic devices, every mechanical watch possesses its own unique character, almost as if it has a soul.
They are more than mere accessories—they become heirlooms, carriers of stories, and an extension of their owner's personality. In an era of digital precision, mechanical watches offer a striking contrast: a tribute to traditional craftsmanship that follows its own rhythm.
Back to the story… After years of passion, continuous learning, exploration, and challenges in the watchmaking world, a natural turning point arrived. The founder of Biatec decided to leave behind conventional certainties and embark on his own journey—to create something unique, authentically Slovak, yet competitive on the global stage.
This is how Biatec was born—a Slovak watch brand inspired by the rich history of Slovakia and the global heritage of fine watchmaking.
And what does the word Biatec actually mean?
The word “Biatec” (or “Biatex”) originates probably from the name of a king who started to appear on the old Celtic coins minted in the area of today’s Bratislava (our capital) during the 1st century B.C. The name is also used to refer to the coin itself.
SWISS QUALITY - SLOVAKIA ORIGINS
OUR MOTTO
Why “In search...”? Because we are human, and we know that perfection may be unattainable – for us and even for our watches. But our mission and vision are clear: to honor this motto and constantly strive to get closer to that elusive ideal with every new model we create.
Watches are all about details. Should we move an index half a millimeter up or down, left or right? Should we polish an edge or brush it? Each of these decisions represents hundreds of hours of meticulous work, where we pour in not only our expertise but also our passion. We believe that with every watch we craft, we are getting closer and closer to perfection.
OUR MISSION
To enable customers to purchase high-quality mechanical watches that last a lifetime — at a truly fair price. We strive to set our watch prices in a way that allows a Slovak customer to purchase a model from our standard collection for the average monthly salary in Slovakia. Our goal is to offer Swiss-quality craftsmanship while preserving Slovak heritage. You won’t find a Swiss watch inspired with Kriváň mountain or M.R. Štefánik on the dial. When it comes to quality, we stand behind our products with an unprecedented 5-year warranty on all our watches—completely free of additional charges. Our philosophy is direct online sales to ensure the best possible pricing for our customers, rather than spending on expensive brand ambassadors or large-scale advertising. Our watches are available only through a few carefully selected retailers, ensuring convenience for customers who may not be able to visit us in central Slovakia. We prefer a creative approach over a competitive one.
OUR VISION
✔ Build a brand that makes not only us proud but also our best ambassadors—our customers!
✔ Bring the beauty of mechanical watches to a wider audience, encouraging people to shift away from technology and return to traditional mechanics—a return to our roots.
✔ Offer long-term sustainable products—a well-crafted mechanical watch can last a lifetime, unlike smartwatches, which need replacing every two to three years.
✔ Begin writing watchmaking history in Slovakia.