Debunking popular watch myths

Debunking popular myths about watches

Wrist watches – one of the most popular accessories used by mankind for a long time. During its existence, they have grown a lot of myths, far from reality, which can not only mislead consumers, but also cause serious damage to the mechanism, making the chronometer completely unsuitable for subsequent operation. So, all that is given below is a clear delusion.

1.     It is necessary to buy a watch with glass Crystal Glass, because it is unbreakable.

This myth comes from the USSR, when the dreams of many of our compatriots were imported wristwatches, on the body of which adorned the inscription "Crystal Glass", which translated as crystal glass or crystal. Such models effectively stood out against the Soviet analogs which are completed with the simplest organic glass which in the course of operation was strongly scratched, easily broke.

The Soviet Union is long gone, and the myth is still popular. But the crystal in these glasses is not at all, moreover, it is very fragile and can crumble even from a slight impact. Ordinary mineral glass, which are equipped with even low-cost modern models of performance is much superior to it. A beautiful inscription "Crystal Glass" - it's just glass. But if you are looking for a strong glass, resistant to scratches and damage, pay attention to the sapphire.

2.     Quality watches can withstand heavy blows.

"Legs" in this myth grow from advertising Casio G Shock, where the clock hits the wall, moving cars, and they continue to work. But we are talking about a special shock-resistant model. In principle, all wristwatches on the market today are more or less protected from shocks.

So, in most mechanical models is enhanced balance. They are provided with movable supports that hold the balance axis. They provide mobility during a shock, i.e. the axis will shift to the side, and not bend or break. Can still defend themselves and escape wheel, but only in the premium-class models. But still the mechanism remains very fragile and, as practice shows, any quartz watch will be more shock-resistant than mechanical.

Under the term "shockproof" hiding models that can withstand a fall from a meter height on a wooden floor. Casio is the only exception. This clock will fall from a 10-meter height and remain intact.

3.     The inscription Water Resistant means tightness.

Many, seeing such an inscription, boldly go swimming in the clock in the pool, river, shower, and then wonder what kind of defective model or fake they bought. But it is necessary to look not at the words, and at figures that stand behind it. They are expressed in meters, but do not indicate the maximum depth of immersion. To make it clearer:

• 30: resistant to splashing water during hand washing, rain, swimming and diving in them is impossible;

• 50: steeping will survive, survive, if they will dump the water;

• 100: you can swim, but where there are no waves;

• 200: you can swim and dive to a depth of 20 m;

• over 200: models for professional divers.

A wristwatch that is 100% sealed does not exist.

4.     It's Switzerland!

Swiss watches have long been a legend, although few people face them in practice. Many believe that such products are given a lifetime warranty, although in fact it is provided for 1-5 years. Increased "survivability" is explained only by careful handling and regular maintenance (3-4 years for mechanics and 4-5 years for quartz models). Another popular misconception – all the details are gold. In reality, this can only apply to the elements of the body. The mechanism is made of steel, a mixture of copper and Nickel (Nickel silver), brass, because these materials are more durable, wear-resistant and reliable.

5.     Vacuum is pumped out of the body.

Tightness is provided by special seals and is necessary to ensure that the body does not get moisture and dust. The air is not pumped out and to open the body of the pressure chamber is not needed. But what is important when replacing the battery or cleaning, is the cleanliness of the workplace, so that during the Assembly process the dust does not get inside.

6.     A good watch is always a go for sure.

Deviations can be even in elite watches, moreover, they are regulated by GOST 10733-98:

• men's mechanical models can lag 20 seconds behind and rush 60 seconds per day;

• women's mechanical watches can lag 40 seconds and rush 85 seconds per day;

• COSC certified models can deviate in either direction for up to 10 seconds;

• quartz budget for the month can rush/lag 20 seconds, premium segment – up to 10 seconds per year.

Carry accessory repair is only when your performance exceeds the permissible.

7.     A watch with a luminous arrow dangerous to health.

This point was relevant for models that were produced in the first half of the last century. Then the hands of the clock were covered with radium, and it belongs to radioactive materials. About its harmful effects on the body became known in about 70 years, after which it stopped using. Modern light-saving arrows are completely safe for health, which is confirmed by numerous tests.

Yet some military models use radioactive tritium. But it is placed in sealed flasks, and its radiation is so small that it does not even go beyond the glass, that is, it is completely safe for health.

There are many myths, but the reality is the same – you need to buy watches from reliable suppliers and with guarantees, and then they will surely please you with their stable work. For such models, please contact the online store "best-Time" or one of the retail offices of the network. Already now you can ask for advice from our managers.