Watches - Legend on a Wrist

by Bianca Placido

Watches are a legend, a history of human genius development, an interlacing of technique and art. Since the moment the first mechanical watches that got the energy from a driving spring appeared (15 century), masters began to think about esthetic part of their invention.

First pocket watches appeared at the turn of 15 century and were made in an oviform aureate brass case. Peter Henlein was a person who arranged these watches production in Nuremberg.

That time a watch wasn't very accurate and one single hand was quite enough. Even great Leonardo da Vinci made his contribution to watchmaking. I'm not going to get deeper into the history but I would like to mention Abraham Breguet.

He was the great master that created the most important details in a watch mechanism. One of the greatest and genial inventions that made a revolution in watch world is a tourbillion.

Thanks to this device accuracy movement rise greatly. It's such an elegant creation of mechanics that almost all firms, that use it in their watches, leave it open for viewing.

Breguet was not only a genial engineer but a great designer. It's impossible to confuse Breguet watches with something else. It's a unique firm that has still preserved its own firm style.

An interesting fact is that Switzerland has become a leading watch power due to the fact that in the middle of 16 century French watch-makers Huguenots who were persecuted because of their religion had to move to Geneva.

Till the present moment Switzerland has remained the main watch supplier. For the time being, nearly 600 Swiss watch companies exist.

Fineness of taste and unusual variety of functions in Patek Philippe watch mechanisms have gained hearts of the mighty of this world. Till the present moment Patek Philippe bear an unofficial name of kings' supplier.

All the watches of this firm are marked with the most prestigious sign - Geneva Brand that it's not so easy to get.

Not so long time ago Patek Philippe created its following watch art masterpiece - a model Sky Moon Tourbillion. Besides a beautiful design the watch has 12 complicated functions.

For the time being this watch is considered to be the most complicated in the world.

Also it's necessary to mention firms that make a part to the so-called elite group. For instance, such watch firms as Jager- leCoultre, IWC, Audemars Piguet, Ulysse Nardin, Zenith. Of course it's possible to continue the list.

For instance, Audemars Piguet is distinguished by an extravagant design. A great example is its famous line named Royal Oak- a combination of roughness and fineness looks very original. It makes an ideal combination with one of its wearer - Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Breitling watches design has so-called professional style. For instance, a special model for pilots is great. In general, Breitling give a special attention to aviation.

"Swiss made" inscription on a dial first of all attracts people by its prestigiousness and reliability. Besides the blameless quality, Swiss watches are a symbol of its owner's social position.

A watch can tell a lot about its owner, especially when speaking about business communication.

There are a lot of businessmen who are good judges of watches. It's already considered to be a good form. Watches show us the status of the person we deal with. The higher his status - the more expensive his watch is.

Every watch brand has its own reputation and it was noticed that a particular group of people belonging to one occupation prefer a particular brand.

For instance, bankers prefer Blancpain and Breguet, presidents and politicians - Patek Philippe, famous artists and pop celebrities give preferences to Audemars Piguet etc.

Recently among businessmen of high rank not only Swiss but German watch firms such as Lange & Sohne and Glashutte Original has become popular. They are distinguished by exclusive well thought-out design.

An elite group of Swiss watch is available only to a limited circle of people because of its high price and limited edition production.

If you want to buy a particular very expensive brand watch you have to sign up. For instance, Sky Moon Tourbillion from Patek Philippe costs more than $1000000 and before buying it you have to pass an interview with firm representative.

If he decides that you're worth having such a masterpiece, you'll have to wait around five years to get it.

About the author:
Bianca writes articles about different watch brands and watch collections for sites offering information about timepieces or involved in selling watches on-line http://www.watch-clone.com. Being a passionate watch enthusiast, the author enjoys researching into the field and sharing her own experience.

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