The accuracy of a watch depends partly on how fast it ticks. Watches are many different things to many different people, but the basic job of any watch is to tell the time. The accuracy of the watch has been improving steadily ever since the first watches developed from small clocks, around the beginning of...

Ceramics for most of history were fragile and delicate. Modern engineering ceramics changed all that, and watchmaking has never been the same. Making ceramic watches is a fairly new phenomenon, and with good reason. Nobody knows when the first ceramics were made, but the first evidence we have of pit fired clay vessels is from...

A study in lugs, the most important part of a watch you’re probably ignoring. I am a sucker for weird lugs. Lugs are the handshake of a watch. They introduce you to the watch, and are a part of your first impression, whether you realize it or not. Lug design, in my humble opinion, is...

Traditional watchmaking values defined luxury watches – but today, the definition is evolving rapidly. The question of what makes a watch a luxury watch is an interesting one for several reasons, not the least of which is that for much of the history of watchmaking, pretty much any watch could have been defined as a...

The world of women’s luxury watches has never been more exciting, or expansive. Women are no longer limited to shrunken, diamond-studded versions of men’s watches, or delicate cocktail pieces (although, I do love a gorgeous cocktail watch!). Today’s modern landscape embraces versatility, craftsmanship and personal expression. Speaking from personal experience, you can be drawn to...

From chronograph to tourbillon, understanding watch terminology helps you compare models, service your timepiece, and buy with confidence. This glossary from The 1916 Company defines the key watch terms to know in clear, collector-friendly language. Whether you are looking for new watches,  pre-owned watches, or the latest technical innovations, use this guide to navigate the...