Getting to know the Watch Terminology

Getting to know the Watch Terminology

Watches have been a staple accessory for centuries, and with the rise of advanced technologies, they’ve become more versatile and sophisticated than ever before. However, with all the different types of watches available, it can be overwhelming to navigate all the different terminology used to describe them. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at some of the most common terms you’ll come across when shopping for or discussing watches, so you’ll be better equipped to make an informed decision about your next timepiece.

Movement:

This refers to the mechanism that powers a watch and keeps time. There are two main types of movements: quartz, and automatic. A quartz movement uses a battery-powered oscillator to keep time like the Fossil FS5276, while an automatic movement is a mechanical movement that is wound by the motion of the wearer’s wrist, rather than having to be wound manually. Example of an automatic movement can be the Fossil BQ2571.

Fossil Men’s Quartz Leather Strap Black Dial 42mm Watch FS5276
Fossil Men’s Quartz Leather Strap Black Dial 42mm Watch FS5276
Fossil Men’s Automatic Brown Leather Strap Blue Skeleton Dial 42mm Watch BQ2571
Fossil Men’s Automatic Brown Leather Strap Blue Skeleton Dial 42mm Watch BQ2571

Case:

The case is the metal or plastic housing that protects the movement and other components of a watch. The case can be made of a variety of materials and metals, including stainless steel, gold, titanium. The Gucci YA101201 watch has a case that’s made entirely of stainless steel, while the Tommy Hilfiger 1791322 uses a plastic case. Some watches also have a protective layer of mineral or sapphire crystal on the face to protect the watch from scratches.

Gucci Men’s Swiss Made Quartz Stainless Steel Silver Dial 44mm Watch YA101201
Gucci Men’s Swiss Made Quartz Stainless Steel Silver Dial 44mm Watch YA101201
Tommy Hilfiger Men’s Quartz Silicone Strap Blue Dial 42mm Watch 1791322
Tommy Hilfiger Men’s Quartz Silicone Strap Blue Dial 42mm Watch 1791322

Dial:

The dial is the part of a watch that displays the time. Dials can come in a variety of styles and colors, and can feature markers, numbers, or other indicators to help the wearer read the time. Traditionally, dials have been very simple and minimal like the one in Movado watches. Yet, some watches also have multiple dials to display additional information, such as the date or the day of the week, like the one in Hugo Boss 1513841 watch.

Hugo Boss Men’s Chronograph Stainless Steel Blue Dial 42mm Watch 1513841
Hugo Boss Men’s Chronograph Stainless Steel Blue Dial 42mm Watch 1513841
Movado Men’s Swiss Made Quartz Stainless Steel Black Dial 40mm Watch 0606378
Movado Men’s Swiss Made Quartz Stainless Steel Black Dial 40mm Watch 0606378

These are just a few of the many terms you might encounter when shopping for or discussing watches. By understanding these terms, you’ll be better equipped to choose a watch that meets your needs and preferences.

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