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Cuckoo About Cuckoos: A Closer Look at Germany's Famous Clock
Once upon a time, deep in the heart of Germany’s Black Forest, there lived in a small village a master clockmaker. Contrary to what you might think, this is not an intro to one of Grimm’s fairy...
Horology Lingo
Horology Lingo: How to Sound Like an Expert
As much as you probably love the swashbuckling Captain Jack Sparrow from the Pirates of the Caribbean movie franchise, he’s not the sharpest sword in the armory when it comes to watch and clock terminology....
The History Of The Concord Watch Company
The History of The Concord Watch Company
In 1908, The Chicago Cubs won their 2nd of back-to-back World Series Championships, seemingly on top of the world at the moment. This first-ever rematch, of this young event, had the Cubs beating Ty Cobb,...
The History Of The First State Watch Factory
The History of The First State Watch Factory
On the 12th of April, 1961, Russian cosmonaut, 27 year old test pilot and industrial technician Yuri Gagarin of the Soviet Union made history when he became the first person in space to orbit the planet...
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Finding The ‘One’
I hope you didn’t think I’m talking about finding Mr./Ms. Right? This is a watch and clock blog, people! No, I’m referring to finding the ‘One’ professional who will be the best fit for servicing your...

The Mechanical Watch: An Emotional Port in the Digital Storm
We have cutting-edge technology literally at our fingertips, electronic gadgets that provide every convenience...

Constant Companions: 3 American Heroes and the Watches that Survived Them
Collectors often say that every vintage watch has a story. These tales may chronicle legendary exploits,...

5 Common Myths About Automatic Watch Movements
If a machine is “automatic,” we naturally assume it needs little to no human involvement...

What is the lifespan of a kinetic watch?
Kinetic energy is a great way to power a quartz watch, allowing it to function solely by the motion of...

Perpetual Calendars and Why We Love Them
For centuries, humanity has sought to make sense of the passage of time throughout the year and across...

To Boldly Go: 5 Affordable Watches Every Adventurer Would Love
Having a penchant for adventure doesn’t always equate to enjoying the means for expensive gear. Sure,...

How can I determine if my watch is overwound, and how can I fix it?
Owning a mechanical watch comes with responsibilities – keep the inner workings free of dust, debris,...

Rolex: In a League of Its Own
With all the charm of a secretive Swiss bank and mostly unchanging, utilitarian designs, you’d imagine...

The History Of The West End Watch Company
Established in 1886, the inception of the West End Watch Company drew inspiration from the vibrant district...

Unleash Your Inner Hip-Hop Icon: The Jacob & Co. Five Time Zone Watch
In the world of hip-hop, where fashion reigns supreme, one accessory stands out above the rest –...

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8 Watch Chimes for Repeating Time
Okay, we decided to go the Buzzfeed list route in today’s TimesTicking post. With that in mind—lists...
How Back to the Future Elevated the Calculator Watch
Digital watches can really create a rift between watch enthusiasts. Quartz watchmaking, after all, nearly...
Oh, Canada! Trudeau Wears IWC
The ballots are in and Justin Trudeau has won re-election in Canada (Oct. 2019). Being a bit of a legacy...
Enter the G-Shock: Wu Tang Wristwatch
There was once a time where all you had to scream was “Wu Tang!” and people knew you were being serious....
What Watch to Get Dad for Christmas 2020
Having trouble figuring out what wristwatch might fare well with pops this holiday season? It can be...
An American Watch in North Korea
Okay, the world of politics can be a real slog—most folks at a modern family dinner can attest. One thing...
Charlie Brown Timex Marlin
No one in the horological world can escape Timex. It’s true. Of course, why would you want to escape...
Ervin Piquerez S.A. Super Compressor
We’ve recently been covering dive watches quite a bit here at TimesTicking. We’ve gone over Jacques Costeau’s...
Ancient Alien Watches
Ancient human inventions aren’t always easy to explain—especially the larger ancient structures that...
Movado Digital Watch
Digital watches were not always electronic. This may not come across as a shocking statement to anyone...