Topic: About Watches

Why Monopusher Chronographs Are Primitive & A Brief History Of The Chronograph Watch Complication

"Not just a chronograph, Ariel, but a monopusher chronograph!" I've heard phrases such as this over the years in the context of watch brands showing me their new single pusher…

39 Comments August 12, 2015 by Ariel Adams

Why Monopusher Chronographs Are Primitive & A Brief History Of The Chronograph Watch Complication

Recommended Use: Understanding The Durability Of Your Mechanical Watch And When To Take It Off

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Luxury watch durability is an important issue to both consumers and retailers. People who spend money on expensive watches have a certain expectation of strength and durability, and those expectations…

79 Comments August 17, 2014 by Ariel Adams

Explaining What Watch Water Resistance Ratings Mean

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Jeremy C. from Singapore asks: I love my dive watches, for the looks as much as the perceived toughness, and water resistance. Now, I hardly even go near a swimming…

8 Comments May 24, 2014 by aBlogtoWatch

Explaining What Watch Water Resistance Ratings Mean

The History Of Dive Watches

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Today dive watches are the most popular type of sport watch, not necessarily because people use them to dive, but because of their style, promise of durability, and utilitarian value.…

42 Comments April 27, 2014 by David Bredan

The History Of Dive Watches

What You Want To Know About Watch Luminant

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Have you ever thought about what causes your watch to glow in the dark? This subject has a very colorful and dubious history. It started early in the 20th century,…

18 Comments February 15, 2014 by Richard Paige

What You Want To Know About Watch Luminant

How Software Helps Design Complicated Watches Like The Franck Muller Giga Tourbillon

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When it comes to watches, especially mechanical watches, there is no denying that they are incredibly complex miniature machines. Have you wondered how those watches are designed and validated…

9 Comments January 31, 2014 by Patrick Kansa

How Software Helps Design Complicated Watches Like The Franck Muller Giga Tourbillon

Does Polishing A Watch Affect Its Value?

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Joe P. from Belarus asks: My question concerns when a watch is sent in for service. The recommended time period to service my watch is coming due. Once sent…

1 Comment August 15, 2013 by aBlogtoWatch

Does Polishing A Watch Affect Its Value?

Do Mechanical Watches Need To Be Wound Regularly To Prevent Damage?

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Empiricus T. from Singapore asks: I'm from the small island state of Singapore where we have quite a small but active group of watch lover. I am a budding collector…

4 Comments June 11, 2013 by aBlogtoWatch

Do Mechanical Watches Need To Be Wound Regularly To Prevent Damage?

BEST FROM: aBlogtoWatch & Friends June 6th

ABTW Round-Ups

In the fifth edition of our bi-weekly roundup, we check out Patek Philippe's new Sky Moon tourbillon watch, the latest Vianney Halter masterpiece, learn about Rolex's history, find out the…

2 Comments June 7, 2013 by Kenny Yeo

BEST FROM: aBlogtoWatch & Friends June 6th

How To Use A Watch Bezel Slide Rule

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Contributed by Mark Carson of Individual Design If you've ever seen a watch with a slide rule bezel and haven't known how to use it, we have a little guide…

36 Comments July 22, 2012 by Mark Carson

How To Use A Watch Bezel Slide Rule

Watch Case Materials Explained: Ceramic

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Contributed by İlker Özcan, who is a professional Materials Engineer and owns a small R&D company (www.ndsgn.com). In this article on watch case materials, we have decided to write about…

16 Comments April 18, 2012 by Ariel Adams

Watch Case Materials Explained: Ceramic