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A Brief History of Patek Philippe
A Brief History of Patek Philippe
Like many Swiss maisons (houses) Patek Philippe’s legacy predates the popularity of the wristwatch. However, few (if any) brands can boast the level of complication mastery that they sport to this very...
Rolex and Hublot Halt Production Amid COVID-19 Concerns
Rolex and Hublot Halt Production Amid COVID-19 Concerns
International watch trade is being veritably impacted—like most industries—due to the continued spread of Coronavirus. While the least of some folk’s worries may be timekeeping, especially with quarantines...
2020 Seiko Prospex Watches take Alpinist Cue
2020 Seiko Prospex Watches take Alpinist Cue
Seiko, a brand name meant to denoteexquisiteness or success (depending on the translation), is always releasingquality wares. Reaching back through their catalog of both watches and clocks,one can find...
Watches to Look Out for in 2020
Watches to Look Out for in 2020
With a new year comes new wristwatch fashion. A lot of great designs from storied brands are lined up to make 2020 an eventful year of releases. Whether one is a fan of luxury or everyday pragmatism (or...
Who or What is Franck Muller?
Who or What is Franck Muller?
Our TimesTicking write-ups have covered everything from Grecian sundials to Bitcoin watches—ancient obelisks to modern cinema. Undoubtedly, timekeeping is an ancient human tradition that goes back as far...

The Elgin National Watch Company Observatory
The United States National Bureau of Standards (now known as The National Institute of Standards and...

Essential Timekeeping
In the fast-paced world of healthcare, accurate timekeeping is essential to ensure smooth operations,...

The War Within
In 1854, America’s first watch company, Waltham, was formed, which went on to make the first-ever...

The Honorary Citizen Of Disneyland
The date, July 17th, 1955, was magical, for California’s Disneyland. Their opening day saw joyous children...

The History Of The Cornell Watch Company
Over 150 years ago, in 1870, Paul Cornell, a real-estate dealer, teamed up with J.C. Adams who was a...

Understanding The Clepsydra
  It is an almost innate human need to count our seconds, to track time. Our ancestors had devised many...

How do clock experts determine if a vintage clock is valuable?
You just found an ancient-looking clock in grandpa’s attic and wonder if it could be worth something....

The History Of The Cyma Watch Company
Cyma is a Swiss watchmaking company with a long and rich history; filled with innovation, precision,...

The Moscow Computus Clock
With spring and Easter just around the corner, let’s look at the complicated field of computus...

The Swiss Made Law
The Federal Council, established in 1848, is the executive body of the federal government of the Swiss...

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Troubleshooting Quartz Clocks 101: Common Issues, Easy Fixes
It’s likely we all own one – a decorative, stylish clock that adorns our home but never really...
A Watch for Every Occasion
Sounds nice. Unfortunately, most of us don’t have the discretionary income to purchase watches...
Any basic tips for people who want to begin modding their watches?
So you want to outfit your watch with some new modifications but aren’t quite sure how to do it? Our...
Luxury Watches and Tennis - A Perfect Match
With the U.S. Open in full swing, it’s time to turn our attention to one of the world’s most...
Superb Military Watches of World War II
Ever since you were a kid, you always admired your grandfather’s Longines 6B/159. It was a gift...
How do Quartz clocks and watches work? Why are they considered to be less reliant on physical mechanisms?
When you’re talking about watch movements, there are two main types – Quartz and mechanical. We asked...
How much is my vintage watch worth? What can I do to further increase sale price?
Whether you inherit the watch from your great grandmother or find it at a flea market, there are some...
Horology Horrors: When Watches and Water Don’t Mix
There are few things in life more terrifying than running out of treats with a neighborhood full of pint-sized...
5 Spooky Watches You’ll Love When the Lights Go Out
With Halloween around the corner, there are plenty of inexpensive watches out there to satisfy any number...
What common maintenance issues can happen with Seiko watches?
Seiko has long been a household name in watches, with its quality and craftsmanship often drawing praise...