Watch owners everywhere know the dreaded feeling of a malfunctioning watch. Whether the cause of the issue is known or not, nearly all watches will need to be repaired at one point or another. The good news is that when you take your watch to a trusted watchmaker for repair, you can rest assured that your watch will be diagnosed, repaired, and returned to you in perfect condition. (Tima Miroshnichenko/Pexels)Signs Your Watch Needs a Repair Sometimes your watch may be obviously faulty—maybe you’ve noticed that its time is way off, or you can hear strange noises coming from its movement. Other t ..read more

Whether your watch is standard, luxury, or vintage, you might want to protect it from damage. Everyone’s idea of “damage” is different—many watch owners, especially vintage watch collectors, find minor scratches to be desirable in telling the watch’s story. But if you’re a purist and want to keep your watch looking pristine, or you just want to avoid significant damage, there are several things you can do to protect your watch. (CAPITOL STANDARD/unsplash)1. Check Your Watch’s Water-Resistance Level If moisture gets inside your watch, the parts can become rusty or corroded, causing a domino eff ..read more

Many quartz watch owners find themselves wondering if their quartz watch can be repaired, and the answer is a resounding yes! If you find that your quartz watch is malfunctioning, you’ll be glad to know that it can easily be repaired by the right technician. Generally, quartz watches are cheaper and simpler to repair than their mechanical counterparts. With that said, it does depend on the watch’s maker—an Omega watch repair will almost always cost more than a Braun watch repair. There are several telltale signs that your quartz watch needs to be taken in for repair. You should be on the looko ..read more

On the surface, watch collecting seems like a simple hobby: just find a watch you like and purchase it for your collection. But there are a few guidelines that all watch collectors should know in order to avoid making costly mistakes and ruining their investment. From purchasing the perfect timepieces to researching reputable buyers and learning when to wear the watches in your collection, here are 15 dos and don’ts of watch collecting. (Glavo/Pixabay)Do research to find what you like best. There are hundreds of watch brands and thousands of styles to choose from. Decide whether you want mecha ..read more

You check the time on your watch to ensure you’re not running late. Perfect. You’re right on schedule. But when you get to your destination, the meeting has already started. Embarrassing! How does this happen? Turns out, your watch gave you a bum steer, and now you look like the bad guy. Whether you own a mechanical, quartz, or automatic watch, there are a variety of reasons why your watch could be losing time. Luckily, much of it can be solved with a simple watch repair. Let’s take a look at what could be causing your watch to slow its ticking (and help you avoid more awkward moments in the f ..read more

In today’s world of commodities and mass-produced products, it can be difficult to find unique yet classic pieces that hold true value. Enter the vintage watch: a pre-owned work of art that has its own history and complements any outfit. Anyone looking to add a vintage watch to their collection is likely not only to be very happy with the purchase but also to reap the rewards of a great investment. (Sam Mgrdichian/unsplash)What Is a Vintage Watch? Let’s start by defining a vintage watch. Serious watch enthusiasts don’t all agree on exactly how old the timepiece has to be, but the general conse ..read more

While you may wear your timepiece as a fashion accessory, you still count on your watch to keep accurate time. Your watch battery should last two to five years, depending on your watch type, usage, etc. If your ticker isn’t working as smoothly as it once was, your watch battery may be in need of a change. (fxquadro/Freepik) Dead or dying watch batteries can leak fluid and cause further damage to your watch. It’s important to change it as soon as you notice any of the following issues: Slow Moving Hands—Most people glance at their watch quickly, so you may not notice this at first. But if you ..read more

If a machine is “automatic,” we naturally assume it needs little to no human involvement to function. And while that assumption isn’t necessarily wrong, it’s also not entirely true when referring to wristwatches. The three main types of watches are mechanical, automatic, and quartz. All of the functions in a quartz watch work via power supplied by a battery. In mechanical and automatic watches, the tension in the coiled mainspring delivers that power. A mechanical watch needs to be manually wound in order to coil the mainspring, whereas, in an automatic timepiece, the kinetic energy produced ..read more

You may think that all roads lead to Europe, specifically Switzerland when it comes to luxury watchmaking. However, one particular luxury watchmaker did not find his start amid the lush valleys and pristine mountaintops of our favorite neutral country. Enter Don Ramón Fernández Cuervo, the master behind Cuervo y Sobrinos jewelry and watches. As we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, we’d be remiss if we didn’t take a moment to reflect on the 140th anniversary of one of Latin America’s most famous contributors to the luxury watch industry. Ask any collector or watch repair enthusiast ..read more

Mechanical watch movements come in many shapes and sizes, but the two most common are automatic and hand-wound. The type you want really depends on your personal preferences, as each type delivers differently on convenience, accuracy, and interaction. Watch gurus from around the globe outlined the main differences between the watch movements below. Christen Costa Christen Costa, CEO, Gadget Review. Automatic Watches Have Self-Winding Rotor Automatic watches are the most commonly sold types of watches because of their convenience. These watches have rotors that don’t require you to manually ..read more