Watch Terminology Dictionary

Official Watch

Official timer

This refers to the official timepiece used in various races. It is generally known as the official timekeeper of the Olympic Games. In the past, the timepiece was often chosen based on its performance, but now it is sometimes chosen based on the circumstances of the host country or sponsorship. Although being the official timekeeper of the Olympic Games in particular requires a large sponsorship fee, many manufacturers desire this role in order to increase their name recognition.