Looking to get into the fascinating world of watch-collecting? Here are a few words you may want to know!
Watch-collecting is fun, but for many people, it's also incredibly technical. There's plenty of subtle innovation involved—and oftentimes the jargon can get confusing. But fear not, Tatler Philippines is here to guide you through the most important terms you need to know!
1. Movement
Also referred to as "calibre", the term "movement" speaks of the inner-working mechanism of a watch. The movement assures that your watch runs continuously and is primarily responsible for powering all, if not most, of the watch's functions. Most of the time, movements are produced in Switzerland or Japan, though some are now produced in China.