Guide to Watch Complications
Guide to Watch Complications
Watches are best known for their precise time telling, but they also can offer numerous functions besides communicating the minute and hour, called complications. These elevate timepieces from mere fashion accessories to essential companions. No matter your lifestyle, there’s a blend of complications well-suited for any lifestyle. Discover which complications will be ideal for you with this guide from the experts at Albert’s Diamond Jewelers.
GMTs
The GMT complication is vital for remote workers, professionals, and anyone who lives a bi-coastal lifestyle. An abbreviation for Greenwich Mean Time, GMTs show the hours and minutes in multiple time zones. The former allows for more accuracy and information on the dial, while the latter ensures quick-to-read time telling.
Chronographs
A chronograph is an essential complication that is also a classic by imparting a stopwatch function to the watch. Chronographs are helpful for almost anybody. Athletes love them for letting them track their progress. Everyone from sailors to chefs can benefit highly from a chronograph. They work using one or two buttons (called “pushers”) on the side of the case.
Moon Phases
These complications show what phase the moon is in. Never again will you wonder if a moon is full or almost full. Often, moonphase complications have a charming motif or an intriguing illustration. This IWC Portugieser timepiece is an exceptional example, exhibiting a fantastic image. Some pieces have more minimalistic and understated designs. Moonphase complications are usually found on the dial, especially in the center.
Day/Date
Most luxury timepieces sport a day or date complication. Generally, they appear as tiny displays on the dial. They can show a number or a weekday. A few, like this Luminox Blue Master Carbon Seal Automatic, have both. Regardless, it’s a helpful touch that makes the timepieces more precise and complete.
Perpetual Calendars
The perpetual calendar is unique and brilliant, featuring a complete picture of the here and now. It shows the month, date, week, and year to ensure the wearer knows exactly what time it is. They work using intricate, highly precise machinery.
Shop Luxury Watches at Albert's Diamond Jewelers
Visit Albert’s Diamond Jewelers to find the best, high-end timepieces with the complications you need in your life. In addition to a fine selection, we also provide many watch repair services to further the longevity of all your favorite accessories. No matter your time-telling needs, we can fulfill them at our Schererville jewelry store. Want to know more? Email CustomerService@AlbertsJewelers.com for more information.
