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Watches
Of or relating to timepieces worn on the wrist or kept in a convenient place, such as a coat pocket.
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marker
Timepieces; Watches
A sign that is used instead of hour numbers on the dial. Markers vary widely in design.
mechanical module
Timepieces; Watches
A mechanical assembly that is added to the basic movement. Examples include a chronograph module, a date module and a moon-phase module.
leather strap
Timepieces; Watches
TAG Heuer offers straps in calfskin, alligator and python. The alligator leather comes exclusively from regulated farms and python leather is certified W (wild) indicating that its use is entirely ...
liquid crystal display (LCD)
Timepieces; Watches
Liquid crystals are organic materials used in the display of quartz digital watches. They show the time in the form of numbers or hands.
Mareograph
Timepieces; Watches
Launched in 1950, the Mareograph watch had a tide indicator linked to its chronograph functions.
luminescent substance
Timepieces; Watches
A substance that emits luminous energy. It is deposited on the display elements of a watch or clock to make them visible in the dark.
