Why is that watch good? What made you feel that it was good? Information on this subject is not abundant, and the standards vary from person to person. However, there are some easy-to-understand points. The "Quality Watch Appraisal Techniques" project in Chronos Japan aims to uncover good watches based on these points. We have compiled past articles published on webChronos, divided into "Exterior" and "Movement" sections.
Photograph by Eiichi Okuyama
How to distinguish a good watch from its exterior
We will look at the exterior of a watch to identify a good watch. We will explain the dial, indexes, hands, case, material, and bracelet/buckle, and also interview watch repair technicians about what makes a good watch.
A deep explanation of how to distinguish a good watch. How to judge a high-quality watch <Dial Edition>
http://www.webchronos.net/features/110623/
A deep explanation of how to distinguish a good watch. How to appraise a high-quality watch <Index Edition>
http://www.webchronos.net/features/110788/
A deep explanation of how to distinguish a good watch. How to judge a high-quality watch (hands edition)
http://www.webchronos.net/features/110865/
A deep explanation of how to distinguish a good watch. How to appraise a high-quality watch (case edition)
http://www.webchronos.net/features/111211/
A deep explanation of how to distinguish a good watch. How to appraise a high-quality watch <Materials>
http://www.webchronos.net/features/111231/
A deep explanation of how to distinguish a good watch. How to appraise a high-quality watch (Bracelet and Buckle Edition)
http://www.webchronos.net/features/111459/
What makes a "good watch" from the perspective of a watch repair technician? How to assess a high-quality watch
http://www.webchronos.net/features/111273/
"How to distinguish a good watch" explained from the movement
This book explains how to distinguish a good watch from the finish and chamfering of each part of the movement. It uses detailed photos and diagrams to show the different types and how to distinguish a good one.
How to distinguish a good watch from its movement: How to judge a high-quality watch (bridge finishing)
http://www.webchronos.net/features/117506/
How to distinguish a good watch from its movement: How to appraise a high-quality watch (chamfering)
http://www.webchronos.net/features/117558/
How to distinguish a good watch from its movement: How to judge a high-quality watch (Perlage edition)
http://www.webchronos.net/features/117671/
How to distinguish a good watch from its movement: How to judge a high-quality watch (hole-shaped stones)
http://www.webchronos.net/features/117679/
How to distinguish a good watch from its movement: How to judge a high-quality watch (regulating mechanism)
http://www.webchronos.net/features/117697/
How to distinguish a good watch from its movement: How to appraise a high-quality watch (gears)
http://www.webchronos.net/features/117782/
How to distinguish a good watch from its movement: How to identify a good watch (balance spring)
http://www.webchronos.net/features/117880/
How to distinguish a good watch from its movement: How to judge a high-quality watch (feel and sound edition)
http://www.webchronos.net/features/117893/
How to distinguish a good watch from its movement. How to judge a high-quality watch: Comparing the finishes of top-of-the-line, high-end, and practical watches.
http://www.webchronos.net/features/117606/
