Throughout the ages, humans have been obsessed with tracking time. Their quest led them from primitive sundials to today's sophisticated atomic timekeepers. The crux, however, remains to structure and streamline their daily lives. For those curious about the myriad clock…
Grandfather clocks are cherished heirlooms, often handed down through generations. While they hold sentimental value for families, do they also possess monetary worth? The distinct appearance and function of a grandfather clock can influence its value. Based on its features…
The history of wrist watches goes back several centuries and dates back to the 16th century when the first wrist watches appeared in the late 19th century and also became popular in the early 20th century. They were much more…
The new century with its advanced technology and the emergence of all kinds of gadgets has relegated many mechanisms and accessories to the background, but not watches. They simply transformed and became even better, even more functional. Today, a wristwatch…
What are watches made of? Surely every person has asked himself this question. In this article we will tell about types, construction and principle of work of mechanisms in a wrist watch. The clockwork mechanism is the heart of the…
Whether you are looking for an expensive or cheap waterproof watch, you need a wristwatch of good quality and style, but these are not the only features you are considering. You also want to know if you can wear a…
The first clocks appeared about six thousand years ago, when the Egyptians began to use sundials. The gnomon, a column set so as to cast a shadow on the hour scale, was used to measure the time intervals. Of course,…