The ultimate watch servicing guide (and prices)
Every day we are being asked the same question : is watch servicing really that important? What us a service operation? How much does it cost? Let’s find out now!
Watch tips
Quick tips to regulate a watch for best accuracy
Looking to regulate a watch? We must warn you first. This post is only for accuracy nerds! Those who want to reach the absolute best possible accuracy for their quality movements! If that is your case, then read below where we will be sharing quick ways of regulating your watch accuracy by following three easy … [Read more…]
How to clean a mechanical watch
Like any watch lover, you must know how to clean a mechanical watch. Those precious mechanical marvels must be taken care of! In this article, we have compiled a few tips to help you carefully clean up your watches. As you probably already know, cleaning your timepiece is important to maintain its esthetics but also … [Read more…]
Dualwing concept and “double mechanisms” in a watch
The Dualwing concept was invented with having the precision in mind. But how does building a second mechanism inside one caliber can help in bringing both accuracy and energy to a watch?! As we saw in our last article about the chronograph mechanisms, watchmakers need power to supply complications. Therefore we can sometimes see several … [Read more…]
How does a chronograph work ?
Between all mechanical watches out there, chronograph are among the most famous and desired ones. Chronograph watches (do not mix them up with chronometer!) can measure time intervals. Thanks to either innovative levers or column wheel systems, the watch can measure time on demand. While the watch still display hours, minutes and seconds, the mechanism will … [Read more…]
Watch escapement and constant-force mechanism
To properly operate, a mechanical watch needs power. But power also needs to be stored and delivered in the most efficient way to make the watch runs accurately. But how does a watch deliver and regulate energy throughout its mechanism?! What is the “escapement” ? Let’s find out here !
Power reserve and Power-reserve indicator
Every mechanical watch has a power reserve but not all display a power reserve indicator. Let’s find out how power reserve works in our mechanical watches and how useful they are!
Why are there jewels in mechanical watches?
Mechanical watches always have the number of jewels they contain written on the calibre. Why are jewels important to mechanical watches and how do they enhance their accuracy? Find out now !
10 tips for taking care of your mechanical watch
Our mission here at Toolwatch is to help every watch lover enjoying the most out of his timepieces. Things can indeed get pretty annoying when your watch starts having issues. Follow those 10 tips for your mechanical watches and you’ll keep the watchmaker away from them !
Chronometer vs chronograph watches
“Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified” it’s said. What does that mean and what’s the difference with a chronograph watch? Chronometer vs chronograph : fight !