What Makes a Chronometer “Certified”? When purchasing an expensive watch, you could see the word "chronometer" on the dial or in the description of the product. Most watch companies have adopted this word to show accuracy and quality. But... Technical Jun 8, 2026 0 225
Automatic watches vs Quartz watches: A fair comparison The process of buying a new watch is an exciting one, yet it immediately causes one huge question: Automatic vs Quartz —which one is better? And whether you have ever asked yourself why some watches a... Technical Watch Basics Watch Movements Feb 16, 2026 0 855
The Sound of Time: What is the Ticking Noise and What Does it Tell Us? Watch ticking informs you that a watch breathes, moves, and counts each second it passes. This little sound makes you feel that you are in motion in your timepiece. It also demonstrates how energy, me... Technical Watch Movements Nov 21, 2025 0 2465
Why Some Watch Hands Are Blue: The Science and Art of Heat Bluing The beauty of science and craftsmanship is displayed by Heat Bluing Watch Hands. The rich, smooth blue on the quality watches is not a paint but a creation of fire, accuracy and craftsmanship that wil... Technical Nov 20, 2025 0 1628
The Case for a Simple Watch: The Elegance of a Time-Only Movement In the modern era of smart devices, a basic watch case with a basic movement seems like a silent revolution. It makes you remember that there is nothing more elegant than simplicity. Watching a watch ... Technical Oct 28, 2025 0 1651
Beyond the Dial: A Closer Look at Casebacks A watch's backside is not just a metal cover, it is the history of craftsmanship, longevity and elegance. It conceals and exposes what is special about your timepiece. Learning about the watch casebac... Technical Oct 28, 2025 0 2958
Lume on a Dial: A Guide to Super-LumiNova and Beyond Watch lume luminesce your watch making it look beautiful and serve a purpose. From the beginning with radium agony to the most current Super-LumiNova, luminous materials have transformed into harmless... Technical Oct 28, 2025 0 2099
The Art of Finishing: From Côtes de Genève to Perlage Watch finishing is the fine art that makes a timepiece a masterpiece. All patterns, polish and engravings are evidence of skill and accuracy. From Côtes de Genève to Perlage, such details will transfo... Technical Oct 21, 2025 0 1501
Gaskets and Water Resistance: What You Need to Know Watch water resistance is one of the factors that you should consider when you are buying a watch. It will protect your watch against water damage. This type of protection relies principally on gasket... Technical Oct 21, 2025 0 3000
The Science of Mainsprings: How a Tiny Strip of Metal Powers Your Watch A watch mainspring is a tiny piece of metal that contains a remarkable amount of power. It is the primary energy that helps your mechanical or automatic watch keep running. The knowledge of the functi... Technical Oct 13, 2025 0 2682
Jewels in a Movement: Are More Always Better? Watch jewels are significant for the accuracy of your watch. You might feel that more jewels will make a better watch, and that is not necessarily the case. These miniature artificial rubies minimize ... Technical Oct 13, 2025 0 1563
The Art of the Escapement: A Look into the Heart of an Automatic Watch The watch escapement is the small, vibrating mechanism that powers your automatic watch. It converts the stored energy into the beat that is timed perfectly to form the steady beat that you are fond o... Technical Oct 9, 2025 0 1393