Question 1

What is a chronograph watch?

Accepted Answer

A chronograph watch is an analogue watch fitted with a timing function independent of the time display. It is recognised by its pushers and subdials that total the measured seconds, minutes and sometimes hours. You use it to measure a precise duration, such as a race time or cooking time. The chrono function activates and resets to zero without ever disrupting the normal running of the watch.

Question 2

How do you use the pushers on a chronograph?

Accepted Answer

The upper pusher controls the start and then stop of the measurement: a first press launches the central hand, a second press stops it. The lower pusher ensures reset to zero once the measurement is stopped. This start-stop-reset sequence is identical on virtually all models. Never force the reset whilst the chrono is running.

Question 3

Chronograph or chronometer: what is the difference?

Accepted Answer

The chronograph designates a function, that of measuring times using counters. The chronometer designates a precision certification, often issued by the COSC after rigorous testing. A watch can therefore be a chronograph without being a chronometer, and a chronometer watch may possess no chrono function at all. The two concepts are complementary but entirely distinct.

Question 4

What is the tachymetre scale for?

Accepted Answer

The tachymetre scale allows you to calculate an average speed based on a time measured over a known distance, typically a kilometre or mile. You start the chrono at the beginning of the route, stop it at the end, and the hand indicates the speed on the graduated bezel. It is a direct legacy of pilot and racing car watches. Today it remains primarily a highly appreciated aesthetic element.

Question 5

Quartz or automatic chronograph?

Accepted Answer

The quartz prioritises precision, lightness and minimal maintenance, ideal for intensive daily use. The automatic offers the pleasure of a mechanical movement powered by wrist motion, with superior horological value. The choice depends on your attachment to mechanics and how frequently you wear the watch. Both options deliver the same chrono function, only the power source differs.

Men's Chronograph Watch

Hugo Boss 1514085 Chronograph Men's Watch with Octagonal Bezel and Black Leather Strap

Hugo Boss 1514089 Chronograph Stainless Steel Black Dial Rose Gold with Black Leather Strap Men's Watch

Festina F20448/1 Chronograph Stainless Steel Blue Dial Men's Watch

Festina F20448/2 Chronograph Sport Men's Watch Stainless Steel Blue Dial

Festina F20448/3 Chronograph Black and Blue Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Festina F20448/4 Chronograph Stainless Steel Black Dial Men's Watch

Festina F20448/5 Chronograph Stainless Steel Watch with Black and Blue Dial

Fossil JR1401 Nate Chronograph Black IP Stainless Steel 50 mm Men's Watch

Fossil JR1487 Chronograph Brown Case and Leather Strap Men's Watch

Fossil FS5237 Chronograph Men's Watch with Blue Leather Strap

Fossil FS5415 Goodwin Chronograph White Dial Brown Leather Men's Watch

Fossil FS5452 Chronograph Black Leather Strap Men's Watch

Fossil FS5734 Chronograph Green Dial Brown Leather Strap Men's Watch

Fossil FS5625 Chronograph Silver Stainless Steel Blue Dial Men's Watch

Fossil FS5605 Chronograph Silver Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Fossil FS5586 Chronograph Black Leather Strap Men's Watch

Fossil FS5503 Chronograph Black Leather Strap Men's Watch

Fossil FS5735 Chronograph Green Dial and Brown Leather Strap Men's Watch

Hugo Boss 1513905 Admiral Chronograph Green Dial Men's Watch

Hugo Boss 1513976 Associate Chronograph Blue Dial Men's Watch

Guess W1049G5 Legacy Chronograph Black Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Lotus L18523/4 Chronograph Stainless Steel Watch with Deep Blue Dial

Lotus L18531/1 Chronograph Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Lotus L18531/3 Chronograph Stainless Steel Blue Dial Men's Watch