Watches

Watches

Of or relating to timepieces worn on the wrist or kept in a convenient place, such as a coat pocket.

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Marker

Timepieces; Watches

A sign that is used instead of hour numbers on the dial. Markers vary widely in design.

Mechanical module

Timepieces; Watches

A mechanical assembly that is added to the basic movement. Examples include a chronograph module, a date module and a moon-phase module.

TAG Heuer offers straps in calfskin, alligator and python. The alligator leather comes exclusively from regulated farms and python leather is certified W (wild) indicating that its use is entirely ...

Liquid crystal display (LCD)

Timepieces; Watches

Liquid crystals are organic materials used in the display of quartz digital watches. They show the time in the form of numbers or hands.

Pusher gasket

Timepieces; Watches

Synthetic material that ensures water-resistance around the push buttons.

Pusher

Timepieces; Watches

Push buttons are used to start, stop and reset chronograph functions.

Pallets

Timepieces; Watches

The most complicated element in a mechanical movement, made of brass or steel. It is composed of several parts including the staff, the pins, the dart or guide-pin, and the pallet lever that gives it ...