Watchmaking

Why Are There 60 Seconds in a Minute?

Why do we count 60 seconds in a minute and 60 minutes in an hour? Discover the fascinating origin of time measurement!

Time change: origin, impacts and future of this practice

Every year, the French move their watches forward or backward twice, in the spring and fall. This ritual, established to better align activity schedules with daylight, is the subject of recurring ...

What is a skeleton watch?

Diving into the heart of a fascinating watch mechanism Skeleton watches occupy a special place in the world of watchmaking. By revealing their internal movement, they transform the passage of time ...

Why is it always 10:10 on a presentation watch?

If you've ever looked at a watch window or a watch advertisement, you've probably noticed an intriguing detail: the hands almost always show 10:10 . This choice is not insignificant, it is above al...