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Exceptional Titanium Watches
Watches are classic. They are timeless. In a world where time seems to fly, having a reliable watch is a must-have accessory for any wardrobe. Whether shopping for yourself or as a gift for someone special, a watch is the perfect choice.
With so many manufacturers and use of metals, there is without a doubt something for everyone. If durability and longevity is what you seek, it may be time to consider titanium watches. These timepieces are crafted using one of the strongest materials available to watch manufacturers. Titanium watches feature some of the lowest weight to strength ratios found in any metal. In short, this comes down to the fact that titanium watches have cases that are both lightweight and strong while maintaining an exceptional resistance to extreme temperatures. To give you an idea, Titanium weighs less than half of the weight found in steel, yet is a mere 60% heavier than aluminum. However, it is certainly much stronger.
Some individuals suffer from metal allergies, which means that they cannot wear certain pieces of jewelry without having some type of reaction. A discoloration of the skin is most common, but the reactions vary depending upon the individual ?s resistance to metal and the metal?s contents. Because of the properties in Titanium, watches made from this metal are shown to cause fewer allergic reactions than even gold or silver. In addition, Titanium watches are resistant to saltwater corrosion, which is valuable for divers, surfers or swimmers. Many of these watches are crafted to withstand virtually any environment, which provides for a good investment.
Titanium was discovered over 300 years ago, but was not used in the production of watches until the 1900s. A cost-effective process for working with titanium was founded in the 1940s and so began the era of a new style of watches. This new method provided users with a large variety of colors, including classic to extravagant.
Many of the world?s top watch manufacturers offer titanium watches, including Citizen, Seiko and others. Perhaps the widest selection of watches can be found online, but retail watch dealers may also carry a nice selection of products. Depending on your geographical location, a nice selection may be widely available at every corner. For those who do not have a large retail hub nearby, the internet or specialty catalog shopping may be a nice option. Prices range from several hundred up to several thousand, depending on the style and features that you choose.
When purchasing any timepiece, inquire about product warranties and guarantees. If your watch has a warranty card or information, follow the manufacturer instructions to ensure that your warranty is properly activated. If you need to return a warranty card, do so as quickly as possible. If the warranty information is simply tucked inside the box, always be sure to keep it in a safe place. It is a good idea to retain all warranty information, along with your original purchase receipt. This will aid in proper handling of future warranty issues, such as repair or replacements should they arise in the future.
Although you probably don’t give much thought to that timepiece on your wrist, watches date back to 15th century Italy. Wristwatches gained popularity in the first part of the 20th century, and by the late 1900s, they became less about timekeeping and more about fashion. Here’s a fun A-Z directory of all things watch-related.
Analog – A standard watch with dials, hands, and a 12-hour time span.
Bezel – The ring surrounding the dial of a watch that holds the crystal in place.
Chronograph – Another name for a stopwatch.
Digital – A watch that displays the time in numbers, rather than by a dial.
Escapement – Responsible for timekeeping accuracy, it is a mechanism in a mechanical watch.
Fob – The watch chain that attaches to a vest or belt at one end and a pocket watch on the other.
Gold Plating – A method used to give a watch the appearance of being gold, but at a fraction of the price.
Hands – The rotating pointer on a watch indicating hours, minutes, and seconds
Integrated Bracelet – A watchband that is part of the case and, therefore, not detachable.
Jewels – Small gemstones that are used in the moving parts of some mechanical watches.
K – The abbreviation for karat, a unit of measurement for gold used in watches and other fine jewelry; 24k is pure gold.
Luminous – The glowing paint used on the hands of the watch.
Mechanical Watch – A watch that operates through a set of gears powered by a spring, which must be wound.
Nurse’s Watch – A stainless steel watch with a red second hand.
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Pocket Watch – A timepiece kept in the pocket that is usually attached to a vest or belt by a watch fob.
Quartz – A crystal used in quartz analog or digital watches that vibrates at a high frequency for accurate timekeeping.
Rectangular – The shape of the face on a ladies’ baguette watch.
Self-Winding – Watches that wind themselves when the wrist is in motion.
Titanium – Watches that are corrosion-resistant, hypoallergenic, and that can tolerate extreme temperatures.
Unparalleled – The quality of Swiss watches, which will always have the “Swiss Made” designation inscribed on them.
Vibration – The movement of a timepiece’s pendulum, usually about five to ten per second in a mechanical watch.
Water Resistant – Watches that are unaffected by moisture up to a depth of 100 feet.
Xpensive – The nature of platinum watches, which have a luxurious white luster.
Yellow Gold – The metal traditionally used in combination with other metals or stainless steel for watch casings.
Zone – One of 24 longitudinal divisions of the Earth’s surface, which are found on the bezels of watches with world timers.
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New York cracks down on counterfeit luxury goods (Reuters via Yahoo! News)
New York authorities are cracking down on the sale of counterfeit luxury items, shutting down 31 stalls in raids on Tuesday and Wednesday and seizing $1 million of fake bags and watches.