Watch Glossary
1356 horological terms explained
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Left-handed crownCase
Crown positioned at 9 o'clock instead of standard 3 o'clock for left-handed watch operation.
Lug WearCase
Polishing and erosion visible on case lugs from bracelet friction over time.
Lug WidthCase
Space between the lugs where the strap or bracelet attaches.
Lug-to-lug distanceCase
Measurement between the inner edges of the lugs, determining strap and bracelet fit on the wrist.
LugsCase
Projections on the case that hold the strap or bracelet.