With global revolution in the field of communication the use of wrist-watches seemingly had gone into oblivion just a few years ago. Equipped with multimedia cell phones the people all all over the world have over the last one and half decades got totally unaware of wrist watches. Why to buy an expensive wrist-watch when inexpensive mobile provides the accurate time. I am not exception to such opinion as just after discovering cell phone, an...more
Timepieces with altimeters are basically sports wrist watches with barometers. They correlate the information that a barometer provides us through an approximation of elevation above sea level.In the event you adjust the unit and set it into the nearby terrain, then you can get a reading that's very accurate for the purposes many people utilize these wrist watches with altimeters with regard to. Plus or minus 3 ft, or one meter is about what to...more
Owning and using watches with altimeters is a great way to stay on top of weather conditions on your outdoor treks. They also supply a lot of other information than altitude that can make your outdoor experience safer and more relaxing.But, how do they do what they do? What is the mechanism that allows them to tell altitude?First of all you need to understand that all an altimeter watch does is give a different readout for barometric pressure. It is no more complicated than that.All watches with altimeters operate on outside air pressure. The operative device is actually just a barometer.This is how a barometer works:First, what a barometer does is sense air pressure and makes certain correlations between that and the altitude that you are. That is not a linear relationship however. The outside air pressure where you are is a function of other variables like temperature and humidity too. The barometer is an instrument that measures outside air pressure in relation to some other fluid media, usually mercury. Mercury is usually chosen as the media because it is a heavy fluid.The standard barometer takes a relative pressure reading. That is, it senses the pressure of the air on some...more
Wrist watches with altimeters are actually one of the most awesome little units conceivable. If you stop and take into consideration what's encased in this small casing, it is really an wonderful testimony to miniaturization.Nevertheless, how can a watch altimeter work?It's very easy. You will find there's small barometer in the timekeeper which...more
So, you thought watches with altimeters were just for hikers. Well that's not exactly the case. For skydivers, a watch with altimeter function can be a very cool addition to the experience. Most skydivers who spend a lot of time in the air have an altimeter watch. Watches with altimeters measure the height above sea level. They do this with a...more
People often think that there are so many watch companies around today, and although this may be true to an extent, before the 1950s, there were so many more watch companies in existence.The Quartz revolution of the early 1970s decimated the Swiss watch industry, causing many of these watch companies to close down or be bought out by other watch companies such as Swatch.Therefore many people will concentrate on collecting vintage watches that have stood the test of time and display a look or style of an era past, or as a collectable item.Without a doubt, the worlds best branded antique watch would have to be Rolex. Rolex is known worldwide as one of the most prestigious watch companies, and one brand of watch that is sought after by young and old.Like a classic vintage car, a classic Rolex watch of a particular era or model can set the auction world on fire when one comes up for sale. This may include for example the infamous Paul Newman Rolex Daytona Cosmograph, the Rolex Milgauss, or an original classic Rolex Prince from the 1920s or 1930s.One of the main reasons that Rolex is so well known is that one of the founders, Hans Wilsdorf in the early 1900s, did something that no other...more
As in ' sip edition of years this is the event that awarded the most beautiful watches in 2011.The international jury of the 11th edition, consisting of watch making professionals, has awarded the Aiguille d'Or (golden hands), the highest honor...more
There's a growing movement amongst the manufacturers and creators of jewelry, accessories, and personal hygiene products. For many, the aim is to bring products to market that not only look, feel, and work well, but are also eco-friendly. Sustainably...more
Watches are no doubt very important in everyone's life. The features and techniques of the watches have actually evolved over years. Watches have been in use with two purposes in mind. First, to keep time and second, to accessorize the attire. The...more
Mechanical watches have been around the corner for a very long period of time. In fact, they have a long history. During the past, the mechanical watches were meant only for keeping them in pockets and they were occasionally pulled out for getting a...more
Looking for a timepiece which can render style into your appearance and yet give you the exquisite features of a good watch, a chronograph watch must be your pick of the day! The best thing about the chronograph watches is that they come in two...more
Chronograph watches are meant not only for keeping time but also for using the watch as a stopwatch. Pocket chronograph watches were made during the early 18th century but they only became popular during 1820s. As of today pocket chronograph watches...more