Watches
A guide to fine timepieces
From the beginning of recorded history, it has been important for man to know the age-old question, "What time is it?" Modern technology has brought the watch to a peak of accuracy and beauty, and has invented some totally new ways to mark the passage of time.
Reasons to Buy a Fine Watch
Practical
Tell time, date, monitor your heartbeat, and more.
Fashionable
An important accessory reflecting your style.
Prestigious
Carry the grace of names recognized worldwide.
Artistic
Designed by artisans—a functional work of art.
Heirloom
An investment that can increase in value over time.
Affordable
Options available for every budget and style.
Types of Watches
Mechanical
Traditional "wind-up" watches. Work because of a mainspring that the wearer winds by turning the crown.
Automatic/Self-Winding
Wind themselves as the wearer moves their wrist. A weight behind the movement rotates, winding the mainspring.
Quartz
Powered by batteries. Electronic impulses pass through synthetic quartz crystal vibrating 32,000+ times per second.
Analog
Watches with traditional time-telling "hands."
Digital
Display time with digits using LED or LCD technology.
Chronograph
Measure small fractions of a second. Some calculate speeds, distances and altitudes.
Quartz vs. Mechanical
Quartz watches are generally more accurate than mechanical watches for two reasons: mechanical watches have many moving parts creating friction, while quartz crystals vibrate at an incredibly consistent rate. A quartz watch should function properly for years with a battery life of one to five years.
Caring for Your Watch
- • Wind mechanical watches clockwise, about the same time each day. Take it off your wrist to avoid pressure on the stem.
- • Replace broken or scratched crystals immediately—even hairline cracks let dust or moisture in.
- • Unless water-resistance was specified, don't wear it in the shower or pool.
- • Don't attempt "do-it-yourself" repairs—only expert watchmakers should service your watch.
- • Replace quartz batteries before they run out—dead batteries can leak and corrode.
- • Always have battery replacement done by a trained professional.
Find Your Perfect Timepiece
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