If you want to buy a watch that goes beyond your expectations, opt for a Rolex watch. The manufacturer of this watch line takes over one year to assemble and create 220-minute watches. On the other hand, the design of these timepieces is very flamboyant that it stands out from the other designs and brands of wristwatches. Despite the brazen designs of Rolex watches, there are still a lot of people buying it. As a matter of fact, this is one of the reasons why this brand is one of the world’s top names. Rolex watches reflect wealth, with the wearer seemingly demanding respect because of the elegance and grandeur that he displays because of the Rolex he is wearing.
Equivalent to Riches
Rolex watches are known to come with very expensive price tags. This is why only the wealthiest and high-earning individuals can wear this line of watches. For some people, they get financing loans to pay for their Rolex watches. No matter how weird it sounds, paying for a very costly watch is worth the price for the owners of these watches. This is owed to the stunning design and high quality of Rolex timepieces. This brand of watch is exclusive because of the great amount of time that is being put into each timepiece. Like every other designer items in the market, Rolex exudes elegance and luxury.
Get the Elegance that You Desire for a Low Price
It is true that Rolex watches come with almost unreachable price tags. However, there is still a chance for you to wear a watch that looks so much like the Rolex watch that you have been eyeing. This is possible through replica Rolex watches. Through these duplicate timepieces, you are given the chance to own a watch that looks like the real thing. You will be able to acquire almost similar stunning design for a lesser price. Rolex watches are among the most duplicated timepieces all over the globe. Several of these replicas are incorporated with reliable mechanical movements.
Symbolizing High Ranking in the Society
Rolex watches may be worn for different occasions such as formal gatherings, work, business meetings, and sports. These timepieces distinguish the status of an individual within the society. The company is founded in 1905. During this time, the women were the ones donning on wristwatches while the men were using pocket watches. Ever since the start of their creation, Rolex watches symbolize high status. As a matter of fact, this brand is the single most expensive watch by far. The company has been estimated to earn total revenue of $3 billion. Not only is Rolex known for its elegant and luxurious designs, it is also famous for its high quality materials and precision movement.
Buy Rolex Watches Online at Auction Sites
There are many replica Rolex watches sold at many online stores, you can also find the models of this watch brand at online sites. There are auction and resale sites that sell pre-owned watches as well and at lower prices. This is one way of owning exclusive Rolex watches, without having to spend thousands. These timepieces are mostly offered by watch collectors who want to get rid of their old models to make way for their new purchases. This is very convenient for you since you can have your own Rolex watch for a discounted price.
By: Ralph Lowell
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How Seiko Kinetic Watches Compare With Citizen Eco-Drive For Divers
Both these companies make great products, but they do so utilizing completely different technologies. So which is best, and further more which is the better choice when considering purchasing a dive watch.
On the one hand, Seiko kinetic dive watches utilize motion, or kinetic energy derived from movement, while the Citizen Eco-Drive watch incorporates solar panels to capture energy from various light sources. On the surface, the most observable difference is that the latter relies on fewer moving parts.
Of course, fewer parts is always better in terms of long-term reliability, however in the case of a watch it’s likely more of a moot point since analog watches are already composed of more parts than one could count, so what real difference will a few more make.
First, some history on how both these power systems function will be useful before drilling down to deciding which is best. Obviously, this discussion has nothing to do with watches requiring daily winding either. Leave that to the over-priced Rolex still lost in the last century.
Seiko pioneered the self-winding watch back in 1980. They came up with a way to translate the motion of the wearers arm movements into the mechanical energy necessary to wind the watches mainspring. The fancy word kinetic simply means motion-generated mechanical energy.
They do this by having arm motion swing an odd-shaped rotor, weighted heavily on one side, around a winding mechanism that, with the use of special reversed gearing, will only move in one direction. The result is a winding of the mainspring over time.
This in itself will keep the watch wound as long as it’s worn and thus receiving kinetic energy input. But if left off the arm for a day or two, it will stop. This is especially important since the focus here is on dive watches, which might not be worn as a regular everyday watch.
To resolve this problem, Seiko added a battery as a place to store the excess kinetic energy. Assuming the battery is fully charged, the watch can now be left lying still for months or even years and still not require winding.
Instead of kinetic energy, Citizen developed a way to utilize light as a power source. And it doesn’t even need to be sunlight – any light source will do fine.
To accomplish this, Citizen places tiny solar cells on the faces of their Eco-Drive watches. These cells are what transform light into electrical energy. This energy is then collected and stored in energy cells, sort of like a battery, that will then supply power for extended periods, even without light.
Again, since the underlying subject is really about dive watches, this is especially useful for someone who only uses the watch for diving, as opposed to wearing it everyday. By storing up energy for later use, these watches can be left idle for extended periods, and still show the correct time upon their next use.
In fact, a lot of the newest models, both solar and kinetic, have something called hibernation mode, where after sensing no movement for an extended period, the hands and dial functions stop moving to save energy. However, the quartz movement will keep on calculating the correct time, so once the watch is moved again, the sensors activate and reset with current data.
Battery technology has come quite far along too, so were now close to the point where this storage cell or battery, could last beyond the lifetime of the wearer. That means the battery would never need replacing, making these watches super friendly to the environment.
So which one is best? Well, if the watch is worn with any amount of regularity, it appears to be a toss up, and either energy source will work fine. You can also see that either type watch can be left idle for long periods of time ranging from months to years, and continue to keep correct time.
I suppose if one left the Citizen Eco-Drive watch in a drawer long enough, it would eventually stop from lack of light, but then again, so would a Seiko kinetic watch from lack of wrist movement.
At the end of the day, it’s somewhat unlikely one will purchase any watch just to leave it lying around for years, so the answer has to be that both energy generation techniques will work well, and it becomes a matter of personal preference.
By: J Allen
On the one hand, Seiko kinetic dive watches utilize motion, or kinetic energy derived from movement, while the Citizen Eco-Drive watch incorporates solar panels to capture energy from various light sources. On the surface, the most observable difference is that the latter relies on fewer moving parts.
Of course, fewer parts is always better in terms of long-term reliability, however in the case of a watch it’s likely more of a moot point since analog watches are already composed of more parts than one could count, so what real difference will a few more make.
First, some history on how both these power systems function will be useful before drilling down to deciding which is best. Obviously, this discussion has nothing to do with watches requiring daily winding either. Leave that to the over-priced Rolex still lost in the last century.
Seiko pioneered the self-winding watch back in 1980. They came up with a way to translate the motion of the wearers arm movements into the mechanical energy necessary to wind the watches mainspring. The fancy word kinetic simply means motion-generated mechanical energy.
They do this by having arm motion swing an odd-shaped rotor, weighted heavily on one side, around a winding mechanism that, with the use of special reversed gearing, will only move in one direction. The result is a winding of the mainspring over time.
This in itself will keep the watch wound as long as it’s worn and thus receiving kinetic energy input. But if left off the arm for a day or two, it will stop. This is especially important since the focus here is on dive watches, which might not be worn as a regular everyday watch.
To resolve this problem, Seiko added a battery as a place to store the excess kinetic energy. Assuming the battery is fully charged, the watch can now be left lying still for months or even years and still not require winding.
Instead of kinetic energy, Citizen developed a way to utilize light as a power source. And it doesn’t even need to be sunlight – any light source will do fine.
To accomplish this, Citizen places tiny solar cells on the faces of their Eco-Drive watches. These cells are what transform light into electrical energy. This energy is then collected and stored in energy cells, sort of like a battery, that will then supply power for extended periods, even without light.
Again, since the underlying subject is really about dive watches, this is especially useful for someone who only uses the watch for diving, as opposed to wearing it everyday. By storing up energy for later use, these watches can be left idle for extended periods, and still show the correct time upon their next use.
In fact, a lot of the newest models, both solar and kinetic, have something called hibernation mode, where after sensing no movement for an extended period, the hands and dial functions stop moving to save energy. However, the quartz movement will keep on calculating the correct time, so once the watch is moved again, the sensors activate and reset with current data.
Battery technology has come quite far along too, so were now close to the point where this storage cell or battery, could last beyond the lifetime of the wearer. That means the battery would never need replacing, making these watches super friendly to the environment.
So which one is best? Well, if the watch is worn with any amount of regularity, it appears to be a toss up, and either energy source will work fine. You can also see that either type watch can be left idle for long periods of time ranging from months to years, and continue to keep correct time.
I suppose if one left the Citizen Eco-Drive watch in a drawer long enough, it would eventually stop from lack of light, but then again, so would a Seiko kinetic watch from lack of wrist movement.
At the end of the day, it’s somewhat unlikely one will purchase any watch just to leave it lying around for years, so the answer has to be that both energy generation techniques will work well, and it becomes a matter of personal preference.
By: J Allen
Movado Watches Series 800. The Ultimate Luxury Sports Watch
For over 125 years the Movado company have been creating watches. For most of that time they have also been winning awards for their legendary watches. These timepieces have always been associated with the finest of movements and accuracy that Swiss watches are famous for. Movado has recently launched a new series of watches, the Movado Series 800. This range is the ultimate in luxury sports watches and is available in both mens and ladies watches.
The Movado 800 Series has been designed specifically to appeal to the younger market looking for a more practical luxury watch, those that are seeking to purchase a watch in the $500-$1500 range, and the Movado watch owner who is looking for a sports watch.
All of the watches in the Movado Series 800 feature the easily recognized, large and luminous, Movado dot at 12. The Movado dot has become symbolic of Movado watches and pays homage to the very famous Movado Museum Series. Other practical, athletic, and special features that you would expect of a Movado watch are:
* performance steel, a higher grade of stainless steel, is used in the production of these watches for even better durability and strength. The low nickel content in this surgical steel quality offers improved hypoallergenicity.
* water resistant to 200 meters, or 660 feet. This watch will survive any fall into a swimming pool.
* wrist bands are available in either black Thermoresin, which has inbuilt UV protection, or the stainless steel bracelet. Both wrists straps have a fold over safety bar at the clasp for added security while participating in active pursuits. The stainless steel bracelets come equipped with a diver deployment clasp that allows your watch to be worn safely over your wetsuit.
* variety of colored watch faces to suit your individual style ranging from traditional black or white through to the more sporty red, yellow, and blue.
* various sized watches are available in 28, 38, and 43 mm.
* chronograph watches are available in the 800 Series and will add extra elegance along with the added benefit of split second timing. The three extra round dials on the face of the watch will allow you to time your personal bests in minutes, seconds, and tenths of seconds.
* screw down crown to provide a more water resistant watch.
* Swiss quartz movement for precise timekeeping, which is accurate to 60 seconds per year.
* one way, or unidirectional rotating bezel for more accurate recording of passed time.
* wave textured dial and a wave contoured face continue the legendary Movado sleek and clever watch architecture.
* 2 year Movado warranty.
The Movado Series 800 watch is the latest range from a company who has prided themselves on winning over 200 awards in the watch industry. Movado also hold over 100 watch patents. Innovative creativity combined with Swiss accuracy and high end luxury is the end result.
The Movado Series 800 is perfect for the individual seeking the combination of an eye-catching luxury watch with the practicalities of a sports watch. Dress it up, dress it down. Strap one of these Movado watches to your wrist and leave it there.
By: Andy Moquin
The Movado 800 Series has been designed specifically to appeal to the younger market looking for a more practical luxury watch, those that are seeking to purchase a watch in the $500-$1500 range, and the Movado watch owner who is looking for a sports watch.
All of the watches in the Movado Series 800 feature the easily recognized, large and luminous, Movado dot at 12. The Movado dot has become symbolic of Movado watches and pays homage to the very famous Movado Museum Series. Other practical, athletic, and special features that you would expect of a Movado watch are:
* performance steel, a higher grade of stainless steel, is used in the production of these watches for even better durability and strength. The low nickel content in this surgical steel quality offers improved hypoallergenicity.
* water resistant to 200 meters, or 660 feet. This watch will survive any fall into a swimming pool.
* wrist bands are available in either black Thermoresin, which has inbuilt UV protection, or the stainless steel bracelet. Both wrists straps have a fold over safety bar at the clasp for added security while participating in active pursuits. The stainless steel bracelets come equipped with a diver deployment clasp that allows your watch to be worn safely over your wetsuit.
* variety of colored watch faces to suit your individual style ranging from traditional black or white through to the more sporty red, yellow, and blue.
* various sized watches are available in 28, 38, and 43 mm.
* chronograph watches are available in the 800 Series and will add extra elegance along with the added benefit of split second timing. The three extra round dials on the face of the watch will allow you to time your personal bests in minutes, seconds, and tenths of seconds.
* screw down crown to provide a more water resistant watch.
* Swiss quartz movement for precise timekeeping, which is accurate to 60 seconds per year.
* one way, or unidirectional rotating bezel for more accurate recording of passed time.
* wave textured dial and a wave contoured face continue the legendary Movado sleek and clever watch architecture.
* 2 year Movado warranty.
The Movado Series 800 watch is the latest range from a company who has prided themselves on winning over 200 awards in the watch industry. Movado also hold over 100 watch patents. Innovative creativity combined with Swiss accuracy and high end luxury is the end result.
The Movado Series 800 is perfect for the individual seeking the combination of an eye-catching luxury watch with the practicalities of a sports watch. Dress it up, dress it down. Strap one of these Movado watches to your wrist and leave it there.
By: Andy Moquin
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