Watch knowledge
The Spirit of Time: The Meaning of Watches to Human Beings
Watches are more than tools to measure time; they reflect personal style, remind us of time's fleeting nature, and reflect tradition and craftsmanship. Watches bring people together and create lasting bonds. They are special, timeless timepieces that speak to the essence of humanity.
A quartz watch and a chronograph, which one do you choose?
Who invented the chronograph?
The invention of the chronograph is attributed to Louis Moinet, a French watchmaker who created the first chronograph in 1816. Moinet's chronograph was designed to measure astronomical events and it was called a "compteur de tierces" or third counter.
However, the first commercial chronograph was produced by Nicolas Rieussec in 1821, who was also a French watchmaker. Rieussec was commissioned by King Louis XVIII to create a device that could accurately measure the time taken by horse races. Rieussec's chronograph used inked pens that marked the dial to record the elapsed time.