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The Beauty of Age - Our Favorite 5 Forms of Patina on Watches
Patina is a term used to describe the natural aging or weathering of materials such as metals, wood, or leather. It is often seen as a desirable characteristic in vintage and antique items, particularly in watches, as it can add...
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The Essential Tools of a Watchmaker - Our Top 5 Picks
As a watchmaker, having the right tools is essential for ensuring that timepieces are crafted with precision and accuracy. While there are a wide variety of tools available to watchmakers, there are five that are particularly important for producing quality...
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The Impact of Jeanne Toussaint on Cartier
In the world of luxury jewelry and watches, there is one name that stands above the rest: Cartier. Founded in 1847 in Paris by Louis-Francois Cartier, the brand quickly gained a reputation for creating exquisite and innovative designs. But it...
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The Power of Precision - Understanding the Pulsometer Complication
A pulse meter, also known as a pulsometer, is a scale that can be found on the dial of a wristwatch. It is used to measure a person's heart rate, making it a useful feature for athletes and people with certain...
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Tracking Distances Accurately - The Benefits of the Telemeter Complication
A telemeter is a scale that is often found on the dial of a wristwatch. It is used to measure distance over time, making it a useful feature for military and scientific applications. The telemeter scale is typically calibrated in...
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The Tachymeter - Tracking Speed with Ease
A tachymeter is a scale that is often found on the bezel or dial of a wristwatch. It is used to measure speed over a known distance, making it a popular feature in sports and racing watches. The tachymeter scale...
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The Power of the Chronograph - Precision and Ease Combined
A chronograph is a wristwatch that includes a stopwatch function. This means that in addition to telling time, it can also measure elapsed time with great precision. The term "chronograph" comes from the Greek words "chronos" meaning time and "graph"...
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The Ultimate Timekeeper - Understanding the Chronometer's Importance
Timepieces with the designation "Chronometer" are wristwatches that have been certified by an independent organization to meet strict accuracy standards. The most well-known certification organization for chronometers is the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC), which was founded in 1973....
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5 Reasons why you would rather buy a vintage timepiece than a new watch
1. Individuality Watches have become more and more status symbols in recent years. They reflect our personality and individuality. That's why we believe that luxury today is not necessarily what would have to be expensive, but what best suits your...
