Watch Glossary
1356 horological terms explained
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Bezel actionDesign
Rotational feel and click resistance of bezel, important quality factor in watches.
Big CrownDesign
Large crown characteristic of early Submariner models, reference 5510 and predecessors.
Case back displayDesign
Transparent watch case back allowing visibility of internal movement and complications
Coronet crownDesign
Rolex crown logo with distinctive coronet design, trademark of the brand.
Cyclops date windowDesign
Magnifying lens over date window, standard Rolex feature magnifying by 2.5x.
Dial finishingDesign
Surface treatment of watch dial including sunburst, guilloche, or matte patterns
Drilled lugsDesign
Lugs with holes for direct strap attachment, found on vintage military watches.
Homage watchDesign
Timepiece inspired by or closely resembling another iconic watch design
Mercedes hour handDesign
Hour hand with distinctive three-lobe shape resembling Mercedes-Benz logo.