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Timepieces

Any item that is either worn or displayed to tell the time.

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power reserve

Timepieces; Watches

An indicator on the dial of an automatic watch showing how much longer it will run without being rewound, either manually or automatically.

pulsimeter scale

Timepieces; Watches

A scale on the dial that is used for medical purposes. It indicates the heart rate based on the number of beats counted in a certain length of time.

pusher gasket

Timepieces; Watches

Synthetic material that ensures water-resistance around the push buttons.

pusher

Timepieces; Watches

Push buttons are used to start, stop and reset chronograph functions.

pallets

Timepieces; Watches

The most complicated element in a mechanical movement, made of brass or steel. It is composed of several parts including the staff, the pins, the dart or guide-pin, and the pallet ...

pinion

Timepieces; Watches

A toothed part, generally with 6 -14 teeth. It is used in a drive train where it meshes with a gear wheel.

Monza

Timepieces; Watches

The Monza series, launched in 1975, was created in honor of Niki Lauda who became Formula 1 champion of that year at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza, driving a Ferrari. It was ...

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