For this post, we will talk about the different types of bezels. But just before we proceed to that, let us first clarify what a bezel is. The watch bezel is simply the rim of the watch cover. Most are … Read more
Not everyone can afford luxury watches, but there are a number of ways in which one can have a similar (or same) style for a fraction of the cost. In this article, we’ll discuss the three most common forms—homage, replica, … Read more
Ever notice that you watch seems like it’s running faster than it should? You are most probably not imagining things, as watches have a tendency to do so when they’re magnetized. Watch magnetization is an issue that may be encountered … Read more
In terms of watch movements, the most common types you would encounter are mechanical or quartz movement. (Although of course, there are other types of watches: such as solar or kinetic, chronometer, and spring drive. Before the rise of battery-powered quartz … Read more
Watch complications are those features that tell more than time. Equipped mainly in mechanical watches, these features, such as Alarm, Repeater, Calendar, Perpetual Calendar, Chronograph, Moonphase(lunar), etc. have come to be known as watch complication in horology. Originally, watch designs … Read more
In recent years, advancements in technology are being quickly integrated into timepieces. From the traditional analog watches, we now have smartwatches that keep on packing more features than ever. From merely showing the current time (and date), timepieces now have … Read more
Solar and kinetic watches are both quartz watches that can recharge themselves without the need to consistently replace the battery. However, these watches work in different ways. Let us take a closer look into the mechanics of these watches. Read … Read more
When people start shopping for watches, the type of watch glass can cause a lot of confusion. One of the most common sources of confusion is sapphire because it is also used in jewel bearings in the watch movements inside … Read more
In this day and age where efficiency and sustainability are given much importance, it may be worth considering buying products that feature “green technologies.” One such product is the solar watch. Is a solar-powered watch right for you? Read on … Read more
What is a kinetic watch? A kinetic watch, also known as an automatic quartz watch, combines a self-winding rotor mechanism to generate electricity with a piezoelectric quartz crystal as its timing element. This type of watch is hailed for its … Read more