The world of watches
From classics to modern masterpieces
Watches are much more than just timepieces - they are an expression of style, personality and technical sophistication. Whether classic mechanics, innovative smartwatches or luxurious collector's items, the variety of the watch world offers the right model for every taste. In our blog, we delve into the fascination of the art of watchmaking, introducing you to iconic brands, current trends and timeless classics. Find out what really makes a watch and how you can find the perfect piece for you.
The Sandwich Dial Explained
A sandwich dial adds depth, contrast, and exceptional legibility to a watch face. But how is this unique design actually constructed?
How does an automatic movement work?
An automatic movement winds itself while being worn. This is made possible by a rotor that converts motion into stored energy.
Finding the Right Watch Size
Diameter alone doesn't tell you much about whether a watch fits well. What really matters are proportions, the lug-to-lug measurement, height, weight, and the strap.
Sellita SW200-2 Power+
The new Swiss automatic movement offers a 65-hour power reserve, retains the classic 4 Hz frequency, and brings greater everyday usability to selected Circula tool watches.
Teddy Baldassarre – The American Voice of the Watch Industry
Teddy Baldassarre is one of the most influential voices in the world of wristwatches and has established himself as a leading figure in the international watch community over the past few years.
Outdoor, dive or pilot watch: Which watch suits your style?
Your watch is more than just a timepiece—it's a statement. Whether robust, sporty, or technically elegant, find out which watch best reflects your personality.
DLC coating: Elegant, robust and environmentally friendly
Black watches look chic, but are usually very sensitive and prone to scratches. But since a watch [...]
The mechanical watch: types, functions, care and history
Today’s mechanical wristwatches mostly use movements, or calibers, with automatic or manual wind [...]
Setting the time and date correctly
Setting the time and date correctly is essential to ensure that your automatic watch runs reliably. The following article explains how to set an automatic watch correctly.
Changing and shortening metal bracelets
Changing or shortening a metal bracelet requires various steps, depending on the design [...]
Watch winders explained: function, benefits and settings for automatic watches
Automatic watches are masterpieces of the watchmaker's art - durable, precise and technically sophisticated [...]
La Joux Perret G100 movement with 68h power reserve
68 hours power reserve, 4 Hz frequency, slim design [...]
Surface hardness in watches: Why every Vickers counts.
Surface hardness is a decisive criterion for the durability of watch cases
Titanium watches
Titanium is a popular material for wristwatches because it is lightweight, corrosion-resistant and skin-friendly [...]
Pilot watches Features: Precision, functionality and timeless design
What makes pilot watches special and which features make them stand out [...]
Outdoor watches: Reliable companions for every adventure
Whether hiking in the mountains, on expeditions or in everyday life - a robust watch that can withstand the elements is indispensable for [...]
Go-Anywhere-Do-Anything (GADA) watches: The ultimate all-rounders
GADA stands for "Go-Anywhere-Do-Anything". A watch in this category combines robustness, suitability for everyday use and elegance in one [...]
Titanium watches: Advantages and disadvantages
Titanium watches are enjoying great popularity alongside watches made of steel (such as 316L stainless steel). It is therefore not surprising that [...]
GMT watches and GMT function explained clearly
GMT watches are not only popular with frequent flyers and globetrotters, but also with people who spend a lot of time with colleagues [...].
Anti-magnetic watches: Safe protection against magnetic fields
It is clear that magnets and mechanical watches are not a good combination. Nobody would think of attaching a magnet to [...]
The watch bezel: what is it and what functions does it have?
Bezel bezels not only look chic on watches, they also have very special functions. In the case of the diver's watch, [...]
Sellita SW200-1: A top-class Swiss movement
Just like the Japanese Miyota 9015, the Swiss Sellita SW200-1 is a popular alternative for the now very [...]
Super compressor watch: renaissance of an almost forgotten technology
A diver's watch that looks sporty, is water-resistant up to 180 m and becomes increasingly waterproof the deeper you dive? Before [...]
Super-LumiNova®... and the watch lights up!
Watches that glow in the dark are not only practical, but were also a vital aid for divers, for example. [...]