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How Long Should a Watch Battery Last?
Did you know that the Hamilton Ventura was the world's first battery-powered wristwatch? Since it's release in 1957, battery-powered watches have come to dominate the market, particular after the release of the first quartz...
The Ultimate Buyer’s Guide to Watch Movement Types
Luxury watches make up a nearly $7 billion industry globally. When it's time to shop for the best watch, it's important that you look into the different watch movements available. Watch movement refers to the "engine" that makes the watch run so that it can function...
6 Things to Consider When Shopping for Watch Straps
The watch-making business is booming, with just Rolex selling about 810,000 watches a year. Tons of individuals are buying these watches as well as more affordable brands. However, part of purchasing a watch is choosing a watch strap for your timepiece. After all,...
Your Complete Guide to Buying Watch Movements Online
A watch that does not function properly can be one of the most frustrating things out there. It is even worse when you do not know where to buy watch movements because your local department store probably does not have them either in stock or at all. If you have...
Your Complete Guide to Watch Batteries
Did you know that there are only 20 types of watches? However, all these different watches types rely on one another. In fact, the majority of watches involve combining different watch types together (such as a hybrid, mechanical, military watch). Watches can be...
Real or Fake? Your Guide To Find the Best Diamond Tester
We've been led to believe that diamonds are a girl's best friend. But how do you know when you've got a fake friend on your hands? Any professional jeweler knows that diamonds can be easy to fake. Sure, you might be able to tell a real diamond from a cursory glance,...
How Diamond Testers Work and When to Use Them
With their permanent residency on most wrists, fingers, and ears, you cross paths with dozens of diamonds each day. To the naked eye, each stone probably looked identical to the next—they all sparkle and shine, right? So how do you determine the real from the fake?...
Watch Movement Guide: Understanding the Inner Workings
Have you ever wondered how a watch works? What makes the hands go round? How does it stay precisely the same to actually mark time? The thing that makes a watch work is the watch movement. There are three types of movements: manual, automatic, and quartz. Also known...
How to Identify Watch Movements Like a Pro
Few things are as satisfying as collecting a beautiful timepiece. Your watch speaks for you and allows you to express yourself while literally wearing art on your wrist. People love watches for different reasons, but they can be worth a pretty penny and retain value...
Essential Tools For Your Watch Repair Kit
If you’re into your herology then you’ll likely not only be into fixing and repairing your own watch, but those of potential clients and customers. There are thousands of different tools and tricks for repairing your watch. Some are nothing but essential. From a...
How Does An Ultrasonic Jewelry Cleaner Work
If you’ve managed to acquire a large collection of jewelry you’ll know that it can sometimes be a pain to clean. Cleaning it down with solution is one way of going around it, but there are other, less hands-on ways you can clean your jewelry. Ultrasonic cleaners used...
How To Choose The Right Watch Battery
In the world of watch repair, replacing a battery is pretty straightforward, but getting into the watch can be a challenge. Therefore, we recommend that you always use a qualified professional or watchmaker to complete the replacement. This will ensure that no...