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A Primer On The Types Of Rotors In Automatic Watch Movements

Theo Rosen — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 23:52:00 +0000

A rotor, also known as an oscillating weight or mass, is a key component of all automatic watch movements. The rotor dates back to 1777 when Swiss horologist Abraham-Louis Perrelet created a self-winding mechanism equipped with a rotor that winds the spring accurately in both directions; this became known as a perpetual watch or perpétuelle, due to its eternal motion. Perrelet’s invention didn’t really take off at the time, as it was built for pocket watches, which remain fairly stationary […]

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A Guide To The Different Watch Case Shapes

Tanisha Angel — Sun, 07 Jan 2024 11:58:45 +0000

While the discourse around watch movements often spans paragraphs or even dissertations, a mere line or two is generally afforded to what surrounds them. Namely, the watch case. Inarguably a fundamental component of any timepiece, the watch case had the most influence over the overall look and aesthetic of the watch. In some cases, timepieces are instantly recognisable thanks to their distinct case shape — just think of the Cartier Tank, Hamilton Ventura, and pretty much anything by Panerai. So […]

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Anatomy Of A Watch: A Guide To The Different Parts Of A Watch

AR Staff — Sun, 07 Jan 2024 11:58:06 +0000

Depending on whether it’s accompanying you to a black tie gala, the bottom of the Mariana Trench, or trackside at Formula One, your watch will likely boast a distinct aesthetic and occasion-specific complications. But regardless of whether you’re sporting a dress watch, dive watch, chronograph, or even a grand complication, all watches share certain fundamental components. Understanding the different parts of a watch will enable you to talk about your own in a convincing and confident manner, and prevent you […]

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Mechanical vs Quartz; A Guide To The Different Types Of Watch Movements

AR Staff — Sun, 07 Jan 2024 11:55:25 +0000

Ever wondered what makes your watch tick? Literally, not metaphorically. All watches are powered by movements. Akin to the engine of a car, a movement is the mechanism that keeps your watch running. Watch movements can be categorised as mechanical or quartz, with the former further broken up into manually wound (i.e. hand-wound) or automatic. The best watchmakers pay great attention to the development and execution of watch movements, which play a crucial role in the functionality (and often aesthetics) […]

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12 Coffee Table Books Every Watch Lover Should Read

John Deckard — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 05:01:18 +0000

True horologists know that a love of watches doesn’t stop at the wrist. The pursuit of horological knowledge is an unending one; while there’s boundless information available on the internet, there’s nothing like going analogue and opening up an actual physical book. Whether you want to jump into the deep end and learn about dive watches or explore the emotional connection between watches and their wearers, the best tomes balance entertainment with education, delving into the nitty gritty of the […]

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