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

Seiko SSC939P1 Solar Chronograph Stainless Steel Grey Dial Men's Watch

Seiko SSC913P1 Solar Chronograph Stainless Steel Blue Dial Men's Watch

Seiko SSC927 Solar Chronograph Red Dial Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Seiko SSC931 Prospex Speedtimer Solar Chronograph Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Seiko SNDZ19P1 Chronograph Velatura Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Skagen 806XLTLM Chronograph Black Leather Men's Watch

Tommy Hilfiger 1791473 Chronograph Black Silicone Men's Watch

Tommy Hilfiger 1791472 Decker Chronograph Black Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Tommy Hilfiger 1791718 Chronograph Two-Tone Steel Blue and Red Men's Watch

Tommy Hilfiger 1791789 Mason Chronograph Blue Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Tommy Hilfiger 1791788 Mason Chronograph Men's Watch Steel Blue, 2-Year Warranty

Tommy Hilfiger 1791724 Chronograph Black Stainless Steel and Silicone Men's Watch

Lacoste 2011112 Two-Tone Stainless Steel Watch with Black Dial and Chronograph

Lacoste 2011248 Chronograph Silicone Blue Men's Watch

Lacoste 2011243 Chronograph Black Silicone Men's Watch

Lacoste 2011244 Chronograph Blue Silicone Men's Watch

Lacoste 2011246 Chronograph White Rubber Men's Watch

Lacoste 2011012 Chronograph Sport Silicone Strap Black Men's Watch

Hugo Boss 1513177 Chronograph Black Crocodile Leather Men's Watch

Hugo Boss 1513180 Chronograph Stainless Steel Black Men's Watch

Hugo Boss 1513175 Chronograph Sport Brown Leather Strap Men's Watch

Hugo Boss 1513365 Onyx Chronograph Black Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Hugo Boss 1513366 Onyx Chronograph Grey and Rose Gold Men's Watch with Leather Strap

Hugo Boss 1513440 Chronograph Anthracite Men's Watch with Milanese Mesh Bracelet