A mechanical watch may be elegant, but what you can’t see is the intricate array of tiny parts that make up the watch movement and keep the device on time. To become a horologist, or someone who makes, repairs, and…
A vintage watch does not tell time. It tells the history of watchmaking, it tells about the era, it tells about design. It is the story of the time, and restoring such a watch calls for much understanding of the…
One of the first things anyone learning about watches needs to understand is the difference between mechanical and quartz. While both do the same thing, they work in very different ways and have different maintenance, repair, and design requirements. How…
A quality watch is built to last for years; but even with a well-designed watch it will need to be serviced regularly to maintain its accuracy and reliability. Whether it is a mechanical or quartz timepiece, every watch experiences wear…