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The movement - sometimes called the "mechanism" or "caliber" - is the heart of every timepiece. But did you know that not all watches share the same movement? Automatic, mechanical, quartz, smartwatch… If all these terms feel overwhelming, don't worry - our watchmaking guide dedicated to watch movements is here to help.
With straightforward, jargon-free explanations, you'll be able to decode the different technologies behind both contemporary watches and vintage timepieces.
Don't wait - expand your watchmaking knowledge today!
Mechanical watches are the most classic and prestigious timepieces on the market - which is precisely why they are so highly prized by passionate collectors. Their movement is made up of a complex set of components that, once perfectly assembled and lubricated, allow the watch to track time with remarkable precision.
A helpful way to remember it: mechanical watch means mechanical action. That said, don't lump all mechanical watches together! Technological advances over the centuries have led to a wide variety of these timepieces, each relying on different techniques to keep time.
Wondering what sets a watch with a manual-winding mechanical movement apart from one with an automatic mechanical movement?
Explore our watchmaking guide dedicated entirely to the movements of mechanical watches.
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If you lived through the 1970s, you'll remember that the introduction of the quartz movement was hailed as a major revolution in watchmaking. Either way, virtually everyone has heard the term "quartz watch" at least once in their life.
When you think about it, quartz is ultimately nothing more than a natural gemstone found in nature! And we know exactly what you're wondering… Does a quartz watch movement actually contain a tiny gem - and if so, what role does it play?
At this point, one thing is certain: quartz watches are renowned for their exceptional precision. And did you know that not all quartz watches run on a battery?
To learn more and fully understand how these timepieces - loved for their practicality - work, check out our dedicated guide on quartz watches.
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When you think about it, solar watches are almost like magic! Imagine: these timepieces harness light as their energy source, running entirely on their own.
So how exactly do solar-powered watches come to life? Do they contain a miniature solar panel, a tiny battery? To shed light on all these questions, we've put together a dedicated guide that will give you everything you need to know - and impress anyone you share it with.
To learn everything there is to know about these mysterious little objects, explore our guide on solar watches.
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Watches with an electric movement represent the first historical attempt to introduce an electrical energy source into the world of watchmaking. Today, when people refer to an "electric watch," they are usually talking about vintage models - the predecessors of the quartz watch.
This groundbreaking technology came to life thanks to the pioneering work of a handful of watchmaking brands from around the world - including several American houses, a Swiss one, and above all a French brand whose three-letter name you'll almost certainly recognize.
Passionate about vintage watches or simply curious about electric watches? Dive into our dedicated watchmaking guide on the subject!
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Hybridization is a concept that spans many fields - from automotive to biology - and watchmaking is no exception. That naturally raises a few questions: what exactly is a watch with a hybrid movement? What does a hybrid watch look like? And what are the benefits of owning one?
To answer all of these questions, we put together a dedicated guide to hybrid watches. You'll discover, among other things, that there are several types of hybridization and that some watchmaking brands have even made this remarkable technology their specialty over the years.
You're just one click away from uncovering the secrets of the (often overlooked) hybrid watches and their one-of-a-kind movements!
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In recent years, smartwatches have gained serious ground. Just look around and you'll see how deeply they've worked their way into the daily lives of men and women alike. You probably know that their convenience is behind their success - but do you know what the electronic movement powering them actually looks like?
The display, the multiple sensors, and the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity all demand a movement unlike any other - technologically light-years ahead of what you'd find in a traditional watch.
Since smartwatches are impossible to ignore these days, we've put together an illustrated guide on smartwatches to help you learn more about these intelligent devices and how they work.
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