Quartz Wrist Watch

Luxury, part of the image, a fashion accessory and a necessity are watches. Today, these accessories are distinguished into two types: mechanical and quartz. Despite the mechanism, each model needs certain rules of care.

A watch in which a quartz crystal is used in an oscillatory system or oscillatory system is called a quartz. For the first time in the world, they were released by the American company Hamilton, however, the mechanism that is at the heart of accessories was invented more than 90 years ago by W. Morrison. Models with a quartz movement entered the mass sale only 30 years after the opening.

Since the appearance of the accessory on store shelves, they have gained unprecedented popularity. In the past century, quartz watches with a calculator were also in great demand.

• The main advantage of the mechanism is its accuracy. The discrepancy between elite quartz models during the year can be up to five seconds. For accessories of the middle class or economy, the monthly deviation in time can be up to 20 seconds, depending on the brand, country of manufacture and operation.
• Unlike “mechanics,” the quartz movement does not need to be failed daily. Manufacturers today produce variants of quartz wrist models, the battery of which can last from three to ten years.

• Another plus of the model with such a mechanism is the price. Due to the automated assembly, the price of quartz watches is attractive.
• Quartz watches, unlike products with a mechanical mechanism, are more functional: they can include a calculator, compass, stopwatch and many other useful things.
• Since the case of the company is made of high-strength plastic, children can also use such accessories.

The main parts of quartz watches are an electronic unit and a stepper motor. The first with an interval of a second transmits an impulse to the engine, which “pushes” the arrows. The constancy of the generated pulses guarantees a quartz crystal. When exposed to current, the crystal begins to vibrate and stabilizes the electrical vibrations generated by the generator in the electronic unit.

Sometimes the usual clock hands are replaced by a display. These models are called quartz watches with digital display. Advanced accessories (stopwatch, compass, etc.) are most often added to such accessories. Companies with an electronic dial prefer to produce in a sports style, however, sometimes such models can also be found in a classic style.

We bring to your attention a video on how the mechanism of quartz watches is arranged and the features of its operation.

Today, a huge number of female models with a quartz movement are presented. In any even a small store you will be offered a choice of 10 companies that sell quartz watches on the market. Among the novelties of this season, OKAMI round steel watches are gaining great popularity. Their case is made of bijouterie alloy, with a steel bracelet. They are also protected against moisture.

One of the most popular mass brands SUNLIGHT presents metal, women's quartz watches in several color options. This model, like many others at SUNLIGHT, is a budget option.

Stunning models are presented by brands such as DKNY, Michael Kors, 33 element. DKNY models are made in Hong Kong. The body material is steel. The mount can also be steel or genuine leather. Case cover - gilding. In its watches, the company uses mineral glass, which is resistant to scratches, and water-repellent protection.

Another famous brand is Michael Kors. The models of this company are very expensive, however, the high cost hides the quality of products.

The most popular quartz products are MK5076, MK3179, MK5020. This watch with a PVD-coated steel case is a superhard titanium nitride, over which comes a thin layer of gold or chromium oxide. This coating makes the watch case even stronger. Water protection is different for each model. Minimum - 50RW. She will allow you to calmly swim in the pool and not to remove them before bathing. A number of models also have a chronograph.

Models of 33 element as well as DKNY are made in Hong Kong, however, the country of manufacture of 33 element is Switzerland. The watch case is made of steel, and the case cover is polished steel. Sapphire crystal in some series is framed by Swarovski crystals. There is water protection. The strap can be made of leather or steel. The case of some models is covered with gilding.

Another company that has firmly entrenched in the market is Orient. Models of this company are made in Japan. Both in cost and quality, the products are not inferior to Michael Kors. Some even compare the movements of quartz Swiss watches with Orient, noting the high quality of the Japanese assembly.

The watch is made of stainless steel with a special protective coating. Some bracelets are made of steel and ceramic. All products also have minimal water protection.

Another indispensable Japanese brand is Casio. The Casio A-159WGEA-1E model has been known to Russian consumers since the early 90s. These are products, the case of which is made of plastic, the mount is made of steel, and its color is yellow gold. The model has an electronic display, water resistance.The watch itself is designed for both men and women.

The model gained great popularity in the 90s due to the presence in the watch of a calendar, stopwatch and alarm clock. Until now, you can buy Casio A-159WGEA-1E in stores at very reasonable prices.

However, the Casio lineup does not stop there. Great demand about two years ago was for the G-shock, which was nicknamed the unkillable model. Products are made entirely of durable plastic, with mineral glass. They have automatic LED backlighting, impact resistance, stopwatch, world time function, timer, five alarms, calendar and average speed display.

The company has prepared a whole range for children, women, men and adolescents. The main difference from all watches was mostly in the colors.

Plastic is perhaps one of the cheapest materials for creating watches. Most often, products are delivered from China and Japan. The technology used to process plastic has already been perfected. It is believed that plastic products will not last long, however, this does not apply to all watches, but only inexpensive products. In particular, Casio uses plastic in many of its models. The same G-shock, which cannot be "killed", are made of durable plastic.

Alloy or alloy and aluminum and zinc is another inexpensive material for the manufacture of watches. However, due to the softness of both materials, high strength models do not differ. The technology for producing models from alloy is simple: the alloy is poured into molds. As a result, the texture of the obtained material is quite porous and brittle. In addition, careful grinding of the resulting product is not possible.

Models made of a more durable material - brass - will cost you more. The metal processing method is more time-consuming than when working with alloy. However, because of this product are stronger and more reliable. At the same time, the price of manufactured watches is low. One of the disadvantages of brass is the rapid oxidation of materials under the influence of external factors. This process can be avoided by applying a special protective coating.

The following materials are titanium and steel. The complexity of metal processing affects the final price of the product, however, this value hides quality and durability. Steel products today are the most popular models. The material is distinguished by high strength. In addition, steel cases do not require additional costs for the acquisition and coating of the protective layer.

There are two types of watches made of steel:

1. All stainless steel. By purchasing models with this marking, you buy a product made entirely of stainless steel.
2. Stainless steel back. In this case, only the back cover of the model is made of steel. The case itself in this case can be made of plastic, titanium or another alloy.

Watches made of titanium are not as demanded in the market as steel ones, because of the fragility of the material. To achieve high case strength, companies have to resort to sophisticated product processing technologies. However, as a result, watches made of titanium are durable and light. But manufacturers note a number of shortcomings of this material. Models are not made from 100% titanium. The second drawback is that you can never open the back of the watch.

Products made of silver, gold or platinum are the most expensive accessories. For the most part, models of expensive metals have become part of the status of the owner of the product.

In 2015, the most expensive quartz watches were presented at the Swiss Baselworld exhibition. The leader was the Fascination model ("Charm") from the company Graff worth $ 40 million. This model is decorated with white diamonds and is made of white gold and platinum. Designers made not just beautiful quartz watches. This is a transforming model that can become a bracelet.The model is presented in a single copy.

To set the time correctly, you need to carefully pull out the transfer head. Be careful - in some models, the head must first be tightened a little. Then set the arrows to the desired time. After determining the time, you need to slightly press on the transfer head so that a click sounds.

1. It is advised to change the date on models when the hour hand is located on the number 6. Refuse to change the date from 19 to 04 hours, as this will lead to a defect in the calendar mode.
2. It is better not to keep the watch with jewelry due to possible scratches on the glass.
3. Products cannot be stored in the cold.
4. Avoid contact with salt water.
5. Try not to press the watch buttons in the water so that it does not get inside the mechanisms.
6. Do not put the watch near a microwave. Due to magnetization, the watch will go faster or slower.
7. It is better to entrust the change of batteries to the master. Battery life is about two years.

Hundreds of companies on the market today are quartz watches. The main manufacturers are 33Element, Casio, Guess, Marc Jacobs, Orient, Samsung, Skagen.

Only a few brands represent skeleton quartz watches. For these models, the case may be fully or fragmentedly open. The mechanism of the watch can be seen through a special window in the dial or case back. For example, products with a quartz movement are presented at the luxury brand Devon Works in the Tread collection. The market value of such an accessory varies about 70 thousand dollars.