Unbreakable watch, is it possible ?

Beyond the design, the dial color, the automatic or quartz movement, or even the size of the CaseWhen one wishes to acquire a watch, one desires to keep it as long as possible. This raises the question of the watch's durability. Don't worry, we'll try to help you understand this a little better. To keep your watch in good condition for as long as possible, we recommend taking great care of it and avoiding impacts as much as possible. In this article, we will cover the following points:

Unbreakable watch or jewelry watch ?

At Charlie Paris, we believe that a watch, whether for men or women, is first and foremost a true piece of jewelry. Whether you choose an automatic or quartz watch, This is delicate objects and in all cases require the utmost care. It is interesting to note that the A watch's durability is not related to its price. In fact, if you look closely, the most expensive watches are not necessarily the most durable. On the contrary ! Watch brands, particularly those specializing in fine jewelry, are fond of horological complications. Precious and delicate, these watches are true masterpieces of technical skill and creativity, but they require the utmost care. However, there are various technical characteristics to consider. for a watch that will allow you to know if it will withstand the test of time and life.

What movement makes an unbreakable watch?

One might then ask, what type of watch is best suited to withstand the test of time? ? And what should you choose between an automatic watch and a quartz watch? ? We're going to help you see things a little more clearly.

An automatic watch has a more sophisticated and complex movement compared to a quartz watch, which uses a battery-powered electronic system. Automatic watches can offer various functions called " watch complications "Such as the power reserve, the tourbillon, or the date display. If these terms are unfamiliar to you, don't worry, we've written a guide to watch complications. Keep in mind that all the complications you might find on a watch require meticulous work from the watchmaker, and the more complications a watch has, the more care you'll need to handle it."

THE quartz watches They will be more shock-resistant compared to an automatic watch. If you play "high-impact" sports like tennis, boxing, or golf, you risk damaging an automatic watch. The rotor will be subjected to excessively intense movements that will degrade the mechanism over time. As you can see, if you're looking for a watch that needs to withstand shocks or is suitable for sports, we recommend choosing one of our Charlie Paris quartz watches., like our sports watches Concordia.

However, THE automatic watches They can last a very long time, even a lifetime, if you take care of them. Indeed, even though we advise against wearing an automatic watch while exercising, the Automatic watches are entirely mechanical, unlike quartz watches which are electronic, giving them an incredibly longer lifespan.Like classic cars without electronics, an automatic mechanical watch can easily pass through generations as long as you have it serviced regularly by your watchmaker.

The choice of movement for an "unbreakable watch" therefore actually depends on What you mean by unbreakable: a watch that withstands shocks or a watch that lasts over time ? Of course, even if you take good care of your watch, it's perfectly normal to drop it at some point. Your watch can therefore encounter impacts that may damage it. If this happens, we recommend that you visit your watchmaker so they can check if the movement of your watch has been damaged.

What type of glass is best for the most durable watch?

The glass is an important component of your watch that contributes to its durability. There are three categories of watch glass, and it can be difficult to know which type to choose for a watch.

• First, there is acrylic glass. It is a type of glass derived from... plastic commonly called Plexiglas. However, this glass is not very impact resistant and breaks and scratches easily.
• Next, you can find watches made with mineral glass. This glass is much stronger than acrylic glass and is also the most commonly used type of glass in watchmaking. It is scratch-resistant except in cases of significant friction and can shatter in the event of a strong impact.
• Finally, sapphire crystal is stronger than other types of glass and more expensive to manufacture than mineral or acrylic glass. It is obtained from aluminum oxide crystallized at 2050°C and has the same chemical properties as natural sapphire. Thanks to this Sapphire glass is a very resistant component; it is the second most durable material. the hardest after diamond (it is for example 7 times harder than hardened steel).

Regarding the glass for our Charlie Paris watches, we decided to use sapphire crystal, which is ultra-resistant and anti-reflective. You can find sapphire crystal on all of our watches. watches automatic. Thus, sapphire crystal is a type of glass that is very difficult to break or scratch; it will withstand the test of time beautifully. Our automatic watches are all protected by a sapphire glass and we also play on the thickness of the glass, in order to guarantee them the best possible resistance.

What material to choose for the Case of your unbreakable watch?

THE Case watches may be Made of different materials. There is a wide variety of resistant materials, and each has its own advantages and disadvantages.

Rubber has the advantage of high resistance to water, heat, and deformation. However, rubber can crack after drying or exposure to sunlight. Titanium is another material that can be used for the Case of a watch. Lightweight and strong, titanium, however, has the disadvantage of scratching easily. Conversely, ceramic is rustproof and scratch-resistant, but it breaks more easily. Steel, for its part, is very robust, more scratch-resistant than titanium, but requires minimal maintenance.

For all our Charlie Paris men's and women's watches, we have chosen to work with 316L stainless steel. This alloy is renowned for its durability and high corrosion resistance, two elements that we consider essential for our Cases. Moreover, from an aesthetic point of view, 316L steel is a stainless steel whose shine lasts over time and does not tarnish.It was only natural that we turned to this type of steel for our French watches.

What Strap Which one to choose for an unbreakable watch?

There are different Straps, in the same way that there are different materials of Cases. For example, the Strapleather ones are The most elegant, but not necessarily the most durable or unbreakable. At Charlie Paris, we offer you... Strapinterchangeable watch straps so that you can find the StrapWe offer options that best suit your needs. Straps leather but also Strapmore resistant to life like our Straps in nylon, Milanese mesh and steel.

Like our Cases, our StrapSteel products are also made from 316L steel. This allows you to benefit from a Strap solid and perfectly waterproof. Our StrapNylon s are perfectly suited for sporting use and are therefore perfectly resistant to water, shocks and time. Charlie Paris also offers Strapwatch s in Milanese knit For women and men. These StrapThey are very durable and will go perfectly with your automatic or quartz watch!

In summary, as you've probably gathered, the unbreakable watch doesn't exist, but there are many criteria to consider when evaluating a watch's durability. . Furthermore, in case of a problem, please note that it is possible to have your watch repaired by any reputable watch brand.