Rolex Glossary of Watch Parts & Terminology

Posted on February 20, 2012 by admin

Case – the body of the watch. It contains the movement and is attached to the band on its extremes.

Dial – the face of the watch on which the hands and hour markers are put on.

Hands – the hour hand, minute hand, and second hand that keeps time.

Crown – the round-shaped winder that allows one to adjust the time, day, date, and movement.

Crystal – the glass that covers the dial. It comes in either a sapphire or plastic crystal.

Bezel – the round, outer-ring that seals the case.

Lugs – the two pointed edges that attach to the bracelet on both top and bottom ends of the case.

Bracelet – or the band, is the piece that wraps around the wrist. It is usually made of stainless steel or gold.

End Piece – the small metal piece that allows the bracelet to be attached to the case.

Spring Bar – a pushpin that holds the bracelet together.

Link – each link makes up the bracelet and can be removed or added to fit one’s wrist.

Aftermarket Rolex Parts – non-Rolex made parts that do not display counterfeit Rolex logos or hallmarks.

Arbor – the axle that a gear rides on.

Baguette – ladies style watch featuring a thin rectangular or oval shape.

Balance Spring – controls the swing of the balance.

Bubbleback – expression used to describe the early Rolex Perpetual models, due to the thickness of the case used to house the oversized movement.

Chronograph – in addition to conveying standard time, it also performs a time measuring function such as a stop watch.

Divers’ Extension – a hinged extension within the watch’s bracelet, which allows the bracelet to be lengthened, to fit the divers’ wet suit.

Quick Set – this feature allows the date to be rapidly set via the winding crown, without having the hour hand pass the 12 o’clock position.

Concealed Clasp – the clasp buckle is concealed under the bracelet’s links, appearing to have a continuous flowing bracelet.

Hallmark – a mark or stamp indicating the purity of the metal, or the date, and/or country of import.

Mainspring – the principal spring of a watch that supplies the force of motion to the gear trains.

Perpetual Movement – another term for an automatic or self-winding movement, this movement causes a weight inside the watch to rotate backwards and forwards, thus keeping it in constant tension.

Serial Number – an identification number of a watch, usually engraved between the lugs, this number can often be used to date the production of the watch.

Sweeping Movement – refers to the movement of the second hand quickly ‘ticking’ at approximately 5-8 times per second, thus giving the illusion of sweeping.

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Jewelry Deals to Make Valentine’s Day Special

Posted on February 20, 2012 by admin

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Cool Features of Military Watches for Men

Posted on February 20, 2012 by admin

A decade ago, military watches for men are mostly worn by military people and police so that they can perform their mission and synchronize their moves with their troops. they have extreme precision and accuracy and can perform in the most trying of conditions, as they are durable and have functions such as altimeter to serve its purpose. But the modern version of military watches are packed with more beneficial and handy functions, combined with sleek and trendy designs. This makes the military watches more versatile which can suit a wider variety of consumers, namely military personnel, outdoor activities enthusiasts, as well as neutral consumers looking to add a touch of robustness yet elegant look to their wardrobe.

Here are a few cool features of the modern military watches for men:

  • Night vision. many top notch brands of military watches for men (Luminox, Traser H3, Suunto) uses the H3 tritium technology which enables the user to look at their watches even in complete darkness. This amazing state of the art technology enables the watch to glow for 25 years without any battery. Talk about convenience.
  • Durability. go for watches that are made of titanium as they are one of the toughest elements which can withstand physical impact and all kinds of tough conditions. Straps that are made of leather or nylon are durable. Avoid watches made of cheap plastic. The price of the product determines your quality (most of the time).
  • Precise Chronograph Movement. those decent watches for men will have 3 to 4 subdials. These features not only give the watch the extreme precision and accuracy, but it also adds the sporty and high-tech appeal that many guys would like to have.
  • Most high-end watches can be powered on its own without battery, like the Casio pathfinder, which works on solar power and can run up to 5 months without additional charge, and the Citizen Eco-Drive Watch, which can be powered by both natural sunlight or artificial light. These technology gives the watch unlimited battery life without giving the users worries about when to change the batteries.
  • Triple sensor. This function can be seen on most watch, like the Suunto X-Lander, or Casio Pathfinder. The triple sensor includes barometer, altimeter, and compass. Who says the watch is a single function device?

Now it is evident that military watches for men combines style, durability, and functionality (no, it’s not an oxymoron) all in just one watch. therefore, it can be the most versatile type of watch as compared to designer watches or heart-rate monitor watches. to read reviews of the various models of military watches for men, visit militarywatchesformen.net

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Watch Winder Review

Posted on February 19, 2012 by admin

Searching for the ideal automatic watch winder seems to be a daunting task, especially with the wide array of watch winders offering available on the market. despite of the seemingly large numbers of choices of various winder brands, your search of a compatible watch winder should focus on the quality, compatibility, reliability of the winder brands, not just based on price alone.

After all, you have invested quite a bit of money on your fine watch collection. Today’s brand name automatic watches range from a few hundreds of dollars to a few thousands dollars or more. a reliable quality automatic winder is essential in maintaining and prolonging the mechanical life of your fine watches. do not simply look at the pricing alone. a cheap winder could actually do more damage to your watch in the long term, as there are some winders on the market that use non-compatible motor gear system, and without electronic programming to automatically control the ON/OFF and rest period of the rotation, which might cause excess over-winding on the internal main spring of the watch.

In essence, you should look at the following features before deciding on purchasing the right watch winder for your automatic watches:

1) Does the watch winder has the industry standard Automatic Turn-and-Rest programming? this Turn-and-Rest feature that automatically control the turning cycles of the winder; and to automatically stop the program intermittently so as not to over-stress the watch’s internal moving mechanism.

2) Does the watch winder has the capability to turn in 3 different directions so as to fit the different rotation requirements of different watch brands? The three different directions are: Clockwise mode, Coutner-Clockwise mode, and Alternate Bi-directional mode (Bi-directional mode – turns clockwise and counter clockwise alternatively, as required by many watch brands such as Rolex.

3) Does the watch winders have the Adjustable TPD function? TPD represents Turns per Day, the numbers of turns the winder rotates in a day. different brands of automatic watches might require different TPD to be fully wound up. The TPD is controlled by the watch winders’ internal electronic programming. in general, the adjustable TPD ranges from 400 TPD to more than 1000 TPD, with most automatic watches requiring somewhere between 400 to 800 TPD. By having this Adjustable Turns per Day (TPD) feature, a watch winder can accommodate a wider selection of automatic watches, in particular the more sophisticated complex watches that are becoming more popular nowadays. Winders that do not have this function might not be sufficiently wind up certain types of automatic watches.

4) Does the watch winder has an automatic daily ON/OFF function? With this function, the winder users do not have to reset or power on/off the winder daily. not only is this a convenient feature for the winder owners, but also an essential feature so that the winder will power ON daily automatically, to keep your watch wind-up all the times, such that your watches are ready for you to wear any time, any day.

5) can the watch winder be powered by batteries? most winders on the market can only be powered by AC power. only very few winder brands can be powered and operated by both batteries and AC power. With the capability of being powered by batteries, one can store the winder inside a vault, or at a place where there is no electrical plug in outlet. thus, if you need to keep your watch and the winder inside your vault, you need a winder that can be powered by batteries as well as AC power, so that in case the batteries run out, you can still use household AC power to operate the winder.

Another factor to consider is the ease of use of the winders. some winders are very complex to operate and require a deep learning curve to actually make the winder functional. in additional to the above functions, the workmanship, types of wood used to manufacture the watch winders, the aesthetic appeal, should also be considered.

Of course, the warranty policy provided by the dealer or the manufacturer of the watch winder is also an important factor to consider. most winder brands offer a standard 6 months warranty, while some offer a one year warranty.

Price is one factor to consider, but not the most critical one. a cheap inexpensive watch winder might seem to do the job in the short term. However, without the appropriate winder program technology, these cheap low cost watch winders could actually cause damages to the mechanical life your valuable watch.

For example, a winder without the industry standard Turn and Rest fuzzy logic programming could over-stress and over-wind the internal main spring of your automatic watches. over the long term, the stress and over-winding effect could cause your watch to lost the accuracy of the time; and could very well result in irreversible main-spring defect to your valuable watches. The only remedy could well be an expensive replacement or overhaul of your fine watches. thus, the initial small savings of purchasing these low cost cheap watch winders could actually be more costly in the long term.

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Also, the type of watches you own could affect the types of watch winder you purchase. For example, a vintage antique watch might require a different type of winders than most modern automatic watches. Due to the delicate internal movements of most antique vintage watches, it is advisable to use a winder that has a TPD (Turns per Day) of less than 450. While most modern newer automatic watches require a TPD of 450 or more.

Many watch brands like Rolex, also require to be wound up in the Alternate Bi-directional mode. that is, a program to control the winder to turn clockwise and counter-clockwise alternatively and automatically. While some watch brands require Clockwise turning rotation and others require Counter-Clockwise winding movements. thus, if you have different types of watch brands, it is advisable to select a watch winder that have all these 3 different rotation directions.

In conclusion, a watch owner should review the features of a watch winder to see if that would compatible to your watch’s unique winding requirements; and it is advisable to perform more prudent researches prior to making the final purchase decision.

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Workplace homicides lowest in years: “Dramatic drop” says expert

Posted on February 19, 2012 by admin

A shooting occurred at an Immigration and Customs Enforcement office in California that left one agent dead and another wounded

(Credit:CBS News/KCAL) (CBS) – On Thursday afternoon, a federal agent employed at the Long Beach Immigration and Customs Enforcement office shot his supervisor before being shot and killed by another agent.

The scene called to mind scores of notorious incidents of workplace violence – from the rash of post office shootings in the 1980s and 90s, to last month’s triple homicide by an employee of a North Carolina lumber company.

But according to the Department of Labor, workplace homicides have fallen by 50 percent since 1994.

“It’s a pretty dramatic drop,” says Barry Nixon, executive director of the National Institute for the Prevention of Workplace Violence. “If you had asked me a couple years ago how I thought the economy would impact workplace violence, I would have said we’re likely to see a spike.”

In fact, the opposite has occurred. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that in 2010 there were 506 homicides in the workplace, down seven percent from 2009. of those, about 80 percent were shootings. There is one dark spot in the data, however: in 2010, the number of workplace homicides involving women jumped 13 percent.

CBS Los Angeles reports that officials say Thursday’s Long Beach incident began when an ICE supervisor called in an agent to discuss disciplinary action. The agent reportedly responded by shooting the supervisor, who is said to be in stable condition at a nearby hospital.

This scenario, says Nixon, mirrors many other workplace homicide incidents.

“In the vast majority of these situations, [the perpetrator] is reacting to a perceived injustice in the way they’re being treated at work,” he says.

Nixon says that those who study workplace violence have several theories that might explain the drop in incidents of homicide. First, workplace violence trends tend to follow broader crime trends, and crime in the U.S. has been falling since the early 1990s. Second, Nixon credits better training and more awareness by employers and employees.

According to a January 2011 FBI bulletin on the subject, “workplace violence does not happen at random or ‘out of the blue.’ Rather, perpetrators usually display some behaviors of concern.”

“More companies are putting in training programs that help people identify warning signs,” says Nixon. “And many companies also now offer employee assistance programs to help people manage the stresses in their lives.”

Nixon also said he believes up to 90 percent of employers now run background checks on new hires, possibly weeding out potential problems.

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Free and Paid Press Release Distribution: PRSafe.com – Sanjay Kumar - TrendySmykke.dk Offer Exclusive Collection Of Watches For Men And Women

Posted on February 18, 2012 by admin

Watches are the greatest accessories that are available to any man. these not only serve a practical and useful purpose, but at the same time, they are also highly fashionable. This is the reason why large numbers of watches in different designs and styles are available in today’s date. both men and women wear watches that suit their style and personality. the watches for men are highly unique compared to that from women. However, largely based on different requirements for both men and women, they are available in different varieties.different companies produce these accessories, and they are stocked by different stores. It is essential to find out the right store to make the right purchase.

TrendySmykke is a shop that stores large varieties of collections of jewelries and accessories. the watches for ladies are one of them. In fact, it is true that here a customer can expect to find large numbers of items for both men and women and this applicable even in the case of watches. the ample varieties in which they are available simple make both men and women go crazy for these items. Moreover, this is an online store, as a result of which, it becomes easy for customers to purchase in accordance with their requirements.

This is applicable in case of watches for men, as well. these are also available in different designs and styles at TrendySmykke. as a result, it indeed becomes easy for men to select from the best of the collections. there is absolutely nothing to be worried about the prices, because this online store offers the latest collection of watches for men and women at the most reasonable prices than one can ever imagine. as a result, no man or woman has to sacrifice their budget in order to purchase watches of their choices. They can expect to find watches within their budget here at this online store.

According to a spokesperson of TrendySmykke, – “On our store, watches for man and women are available in different designs and styles. They can not only prove to be a time piece, but in addition to that, they can also make your wrist look elegant. This enhances the overall appeal and personality of a lady, and we are proud of our display of watches for ladies, too. In addition to that, these complement well with any kind of outfit. Moreover, since they are available in different styles, designs and materials, a woman has the option to make a selection from among the best watches for women.” Therefore, purchasing from this site can always prove to be useful.

TrendySmykke is a reputed and renowned online store that deals with wide varieties of jewelries and accessories. It also stocks watches for women and men. these watches are of high quality, and they are available at cheaper rates. They can easily be purchased from the online store of this famous watch vendor. you can always visit this site to check out the collections and get indulged in the trendy designs of fashion. 

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Amazon planning first real-world shop: report

Posted on February 16, 2012 by admin

Online retail titan Amazon will open its first real-world shop in just a few months, according to a blog devoted to news about electronic readers such as the popular Kindle.

Online retail titan Amazon will open its first real-world shop in its hometown of Seattle devoted mainly to books and the company’s Kindle tablets.

Amazon spokeswoman Mary Osako on Tuesday declined to discuss the report, telling AFP “We don’t comment on rumors or speculation.”

Website goodereader.com cited unnamed sources close to the project as saying that Amazon intends to open a small boutique shop in its hometown of Seattle devoted mainly to books and the company’s Kindle tablets.

The shop will showcase digital books as well as ink-and-paper editions printed by Amazon’s publishing arm, according to goodereader.

Apple has had phenomenal success with its retail stores devoted to the California company’s coveted iPads, iPhones, iPods, and Macintosh computers.

The new Kindle Fire tablet has been touted as a viable challenger to the iPad, and Amazon may be following Apple’s winning model of providing a tailored buying experience that puts devices and accessories in shoppers’ hands.

Amazon’s fourth-quarter net profit sank to $177 million, compared to $416 million a year before, and earnings per share dropped to 38 cents from 91 cents, short of analyst forecasts.

Net sales grew 34.6 percent in the quarter to $17.4 billion, but a 37.6 percent rise in costs ate away at the Internet sales giant’s margins.

Despite a hugely successful holiday season for its Kindle e-reader and tablet devices, with sales up 177 percent from a year earlier, Amazon was challenged by price cutting from rivals on the Web and those with storefronts, and many with both.

The company said to expect more of the same for the first quarter — strong sales growth but narrowing profit margins.

It forecast at best a 69 percent fall in operating income for the current quarter, and allowed for a possible net loss.

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The Great Features of a Military Watch

Posted on February 16, 2012 by admin

Years ago a military watch was meant only for military people and police so that they could do their task and synchronize with their troops. those watches have extreme accuracy and precision along with great durability and functions such as altimeter to serve their purpose. however, the contemporary versions of military watches are even more packed with helpful and convenient functions, together with sleek and stylish designs so much that they are desired by people all over the world. They are suitable for diverse variety of consumers and add a touch of sophisticated look to their wardrobe.

Some of the amazing aspects of a military watch are:

Night vision. Military watches have amazing H3 tritium technology which allows the user to have a look at their watch even in complete dimness. this astonishing state of the art technology empowers the watch to glow for 25 years minus any battery.

Durability. These watches are the most durable ones in the market. They are made of titanium, one of the hardest elements which can endure tough physical contacts. Their straps are made of leather or nylon making it very sturdy.

It has precise Chronograph Movement and atleast 3 to 4 subdials. They not only have tremendous precision and accuracy, but also add to the sporty and high-tech charm that most guys love.

Military watches can be powered by solar power and can run up to 5 months without additional charge. Thus, there is unrestricted battery life and their users don’t have to worry about changing batteries at all.
Triple sensor. It’s quite a common feature among military watches. It comprises of a barometer, altimeter, and compass, showing that the generation of single functioned watches are gone.

Luminox blackout has numerous high-tech technological strides and defines Swiss standards. Its illumination aspect is absolutely exceptional and multipurpose. They can light up a specific source and are motorized by minute glass lights which are called as borosilicate glass capsules. They can offer great radiance even without a particular need for solar battery or power oriented versions and it lasts up to 25 years. in addition, their brilliance as compared to preceding watches is just simply amazing.

Luminox blackout looks very fashionable and can be worn by both older and younger people. They have stylish chronograph and round dials which express panache and elegance at its best. They are well-known for their sophistication and excellent and efficient functions.

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Mercury News editorial: Citizen Commission Got the Job Done on Redistricting

Posted on February 16, 2012 by admin

California’s grand experiment to let a nonpartisan citizen commission redraw election maps rather than having self-serving politicians do the job has made us — and other supporters of the idea — proud. The voter-approved initiative that made this change is a reminder that we can still put democracy into action.

The new maps released in August have survived five legal challenges. just this past Friday, a federal judge dismissed a lawsuit brought by a Republican group that argued the commission improperly considered race as a factor in drawing congressional districts. in the fall, the California Supreme Court unanimously rejected two other Republican challenges to the districts for state Senate and congressional seats.

It’s no surprise that fighting was fierce over the maps. Political fortunes of candidates and entire parties rise and fall on district changes. but getting the work done entirely in public instead of in backrooms is in the public’s interest, if not current officeholders’.

Redistricting is done once a decade, after the U.S. census, to reflect shifts in population. For many years, California’s Legislature drew the maps, and both political parties have manipulated the lines to protect incumbents or gain political advantage.

In response to this gerrymandering, voters approved a referendum in 2008 to give the redistricting job to a nonpartisan California Citizens Redistricting Commission.

The panel held more than 30 public hearings and heard from more than 3,000 residents before deciding what boundaries would be fair. The process wasn’t perfect — what in politics is? — but at least the public saw, for the most part, what went into making this sausage.

Of course, various groups tried to influence the panel. ProPublica, a nonprofit journalism foundation, reported that Democrats hired consultants who presented themselves as public interest groups making recommendations to the panel. but the presentations were made at public meetings, not behind closed doors, and politically savvy commissioners were well aware that many people testifying before them had special interests at heart. they followed their own publicly approved guidelines to decide on maps. Even ProPublica did not suggest that commissioners acted improperly. The federal and state court rulings upholding their work are another vote of confidence.

The maps may lead to more Democratic-leaning districts. However, that is a result of the state’s demographic changes rather than any political plot. The main factor is an increase in the state’s Latino population, which tends to vote Democratic.

While Democrats stand to gain in some respects from redistricting, they also face a potential loss in political clout for the party’s congressional delegation. Shifted boundaries likely will lead some senior Democrats to retire, leading to more contested races and less clout for newly elected Democrats.

The maps may face more challenges. The state Republican Party is trying to qualify an initiative for November to overturn them.

Bring it on. Voters could change their minds and decide they’d prefer to have politicians go back to drawing their own districts behind closed doors, but a whole raft of good government advocates will be betting otherwise.

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Invicta 8926 Diver Watch Real World Review

Posted on February 16, 2012 by admin

The Invicta 8926 Diver Watch is a well known Invicta watch. Which isn’t counting for a lot, except if you count yourself as something of a watch geek. though the 8926 is a clone of a famous Swiss company’s Submariner, it holds its own as a good watch. as far as my Invicta 8926 Diver Watch Review goes, I think that you will like the this watch if:

1) you are curious about self-winding timepieces but haven’t tried one yet.
2) you are a fan of a timepiece such as a Swiss-made Submariner but don’t want to spend north of over $6,000.
3) you are hoping for a watch that is durable, but not completely first rate, in terms of overall quality.

I bought my Invicta 8923 Diver Watch 2 years ago, finding one at a mall kiosk for around $110 with tax (It’s for sale cheaper on Amazon). I chose to buy someplace local so that if the watch was a total piece of garbage or fell apart right away, I could easily take it back. Fortunately, it wasn’t garbage, it didn’t fall apart, and some things about the watch ended up as a pleasant shock:

a) The Invicta 8926 is accurate, I only had to adjust it by a few minutes once a month or perhaps even less often.

b) it is rugged. I haven’t taken any special precautions, and the watch face is very scratch resistant. while it is easy to scratch the watch band, the metal appears okay even after it’s taken abuse.

In consideration of this, it would likely be prone to scratching if the band brushed on, say, the rocky sea bottom when you are using it on a dive. From my own experience, I know the band will get damaged when you reach in to extract a snack out of a vending machine and scraped the watch face along the vending machine door. Your results could be different.

c) With regard to the feel of the watch, the weight is ideal and it fits my wrist nicely. It’s the most comfortable watch that I own.

At the start, I went ahead and bought the 8926 Diver watch to see how an self-winding watch would work. I thought that if I decided that an automatic watch was a good fit for me, that I would upgrade to a classic Omega down the road. two years on, the 8926 Diver Watch has turned out to be such a nice timepiece that I am not in a hurry to get anything else.

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