Bennett, Sir John, Ltd

Sectors:

  • Distribution - retailing Clock & watch retailing

Notes:

Traced origins to 1847 when established by John Bennett, 1814-97, at Cheapside, City of London, as a goldsmith and watchmaker. In reality he was a repairer and retailer, importing much that he sold and advertising heavily. Incorporated 1889 when Bennett retired. Knighted for political work in City. 1909 branch opened in Regent's St. Closed 1940

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