Prior to watches, the world's population used clocks and before clocks there were hourglass and sundials to tell how much time had passed by the moving of the sand or time being kept by the shadows in the case of sundials. It took many centuries for watches to develop into the modern wrist watches now worn by almost everyone today.Historians believe that ancient Egyptians were the first to actually create a mechanical method of measuring time by...more
Timepieces have been part of a person's attire for a long time. At first candles were used for this purpose. Then the pocket type became popular. These timepieces were kept in a case in a man's pocket and were attached to a chain. Women did not have these types of timepieces but used one attached to the wrist called a wristlets. In the First World War it was found to be more practical to wear a timepiece on the wrist and the 1920s saw them rise...more
People from all over the world are fond of Bulova watches. But why Bulova and not any other watch brandthis might be the question that is revolving on your mind. It is mainly their unique designs and high quality precision that makes them set apart from the other watch brands.The finest quality craftsmen are used to manufacture the timepieces of Bulova. These craftsmen create each of the luxury and fashionable watches with perfection. The company in fact manufactures classy timepieces and is doing so since 1990. It has even promised deliver the same quality to its wide range users to in the coming years.People fist came to know about Bulova watches when they saw the advertisement on New York station WNBT channel on television in 1941. It was just shown before the match of baseball between Brooklyn Dodgers and Philadelphia. At that time, the brand in order to make people aware of its products paid about nine dollars for its commercial.Today, the company is well known all over the world and this credit need to be given to the company itself. Just read about the history of Bulova and what it achieved or how it did so to earn this good repute in the industry.The establishment of the...more
If you are interested to learn about Swiss Army watches, then this article can be of great help to you. This article will give you a glimpse about everything that you would be interested to learn about the watch brand. Right from the history of the brand to its emblem and label, its early timepieces, military style watches, automatic wristwatches...more
Unlike Hublot or Longines watches, the Baume & Mercier brand is not as well known among the hoi polloi. Thats an advantage because you get to own a piece of art on your wrist while others are left wondering what brand it is. Exclusivity, apart from price, is the very definition of luxury.Jura: the capital of watchmakingThe brand is founded in 1830...more
Omega is the 24th and final letter in the Greek alphabet. In the English language it also means the end. But when it comes to watches, Omega is considered the pioneer. It has been to the moon six times, participated in 24 Olympic games as the official timekeeper, introduced the first divers watch in 1932 and funded the solar-powered airplane that will circumnavigate the world. With all those firsts, its amazing how Omega watches prices remain very affordable.The gold standard in movementsIn 2005, the manufacturer unveiled the third generation of Co-Axial calibres with the 8500 and 8501. This was entirely produced in-house unlike other brands which uses ETA movement for their products. The technology has some alterations compared to the industry standard, using three-level co-axial escapementthe wheel, the co-axial pinion and the transmission pinionwhich are all attached to the gear train and intermediary wheel. The technology transfers energy through radial impulse. The push flow drastically reduces the friction. While that is very technical, anybody will appreciate the longer lifespan, enhanced precision and the three-year warranty when you buy Omega watches in Canada. Luxuriously...more
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A watch is a style statement. It is a reflection of ones self image and station in life. It is reflective of age and even value system. A prim school marm would be likely to wear a no nonsense product with a single colour leather strap, with a clear...more
Watches today are not just to tell the time. The phrase Clothes Maketh a Man today extends to the accessories as well. Branded ones, handcrafted with care, are an accessory of choice among people who have arrived. Equal attention seems to be given to...more
Watches are the most liked accessory for men. There are many types of watches available in the market. The models and styles of selection depend upon the personality of the person. There are two types of watches which can be defined as mechanical and...more
Fastrack is a venture of the Indias leading brand Titan and was established in the year 1998. Also, in the year 2005, this India's largest youth fashion brand was turned-out as an independent brand of watches. Since its launch, Fastrack watches are...more
The watch is in term of a small clock which may be worn on the wrist or it can be attached on the chain that you can carry on the wrist and in the pocket. The invention of them was evolved from 17 century and it was mechanical. As the technology...more