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Morphology of a Watch
An interesting morphology (table) of a Watch is presented below.
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Dimensions |
Options |
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Type of Operation |
Mechanical |
Electronic |
Electro-Mechanical |
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Automatic |
Manual |
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Mode of Showing Time |
Digital |
Analog |
Combination of Digital And Analog |
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Accuracy of Time Measurement |
Milliseconds |
Seconds |
Minutes |
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Does it Show Date? |
Yes |
No |
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Dimensions |
Functional Characteristics |
Options |
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Watch Body |
General |
Size |
Different Sizes |
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Shape |
Different Shapes |
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Weight |
Different Weights |
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Water Resistance |
Yes |
No |
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Shock Resistance |
Yes |
No |
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Top Surface |
Size |
Different Sizes |
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Shape |
Round |
Rectangular |
Oval |
Others |
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Weight |
Different Weights |
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Material |
Sapphire |
Mineral Glass |
Acrylic Plastic |
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Scratch-Proof |
Yes |
No |
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Water Resistance |
Yes |
No |
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Anti-Glare Feature |
Yes |
No |
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Anti-Ultraviolet Rays Feature |
Yes |
No |
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Dial |
Size |
Different Sizes |
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Shape |
Round |
Rectangular |
Oval |
Others |
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Weight |
Different Weights |
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Material |
Different Materials |
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Case |
Size |
Different Sizes |
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Shape |
Diferrent Shapes |
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Weight |
Different Weights |
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Material |
Plastic |
Stainless Steel |
Platinum |
Others |
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Water Resistance |
Yes |
No |
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Shock Resistance |
Yes |
No |
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Is It Openable? |
Yes |
No |
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Attachment To Wrist |
Whether Strap/Bracelet? |
Strap |
Bracelet |
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Size |
Different Sizes |
Different Sizes |
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Shape |
Different Shapes |
Different Shapes |
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Weight |
Different Weights |
Different Weights |
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Material |
Leather |
Plastic |
Others |
Stainless Steel |
Titanium |
Others |
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Water Resistance |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
No |
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Mode Of Attachment To Wrist |
Buckle |
Velcro |
Others |
Flip Lock |
Others |
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Removability Of Links |
-X- |
Yes |
No |
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Special Features |
12/24 Hour Clock |
Yes |
No |
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Am/Pm Indicator |
Yes |
No |
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World Time Function |
Yes |
No |
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Stopwatch Provision |
Yes |
No |
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Chronograph Provision |
Yes |
No |
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Automatically Adjusting Time And Calendar |
Yes |
No |
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Horizontal/Vertical Display |
Yes |
No |
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Interchangeable Analog/Digital Times |
Yes |
No |
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Time Reset Advisory |
Yes |
No |
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Battery Life Indicator (In The Case Of Electronic And Electromechanical Watches) |
Yes |
No |
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Luminiscent Hands (In The Case Of Mechanical And Electromechanical Watches) |
Yes |
No |
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Retractable Hands (In The Case Of Mechanical And Electromechanical Watches) |
Yes |
No |
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Daily Alarm |
Yes |
No |
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Hourly Time Signal |
Yes |
No |
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Alarm For Appointments, Anniversaries, Reminders, Etc. |
Yes |
No |
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Whether Powered By Sunlight And Artificial Light |
Yes |
No |
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Power Saver Function |
Yes |
No |
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Power Reserve |
Yes |
No |
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Reserve Power Indicator |
Yes |
No |
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Altimeter Provision |
Yes |
No |
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Barometer Provision |
Yes |
No |
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Compass Provision |
Yes |
No |
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Tachometer Provision |
Yes |
No |
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Thermometer Provision |
Yes |
No |
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Water Sensor |
Yes |
No |
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Does It Show Heart Rate? |
Yes |
No |
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Target Heart Rate Zone Alarms |
Yes |
No |
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Automatic Call For Help In The Case Of Sudden Cardiac Arrest |
Yes |
No |
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Global Positioning System (Gps) Provision |
Yes |
No |
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Storage Of Names And Addresses |
Yes |
No |
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Data Exchange With A Computer |
Yes |
No |
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Calculator Provision |
Yes |
No |
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Pager Feature |
Yes |
No |
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Provision For Making Phone Calls |
Yes |
No |
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Camera Provision |
Yes |
No |
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Remote Control For Tv/Cable Boxes |
Yes |
No |
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REFERENCES
1. Mechanical Watch FAQ V1.0
www.timezone.com/~mdisher/TZMainFAQ/RevisedFAQ11_7.htm
2. Standard Wristwatches
www.faszination.ch/armb1_e.htm
3. Special Wristwatches
www.faszination.ch/armb3_e.htm
4. Suunto Advizor Wristop Computer with Heart Rate Transmitter
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/Advizor.asp
5. Suunto Mariner Wristop Computer
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/Mariner.asp
6. Spoon SAM Watch – Secret Agent Man
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/PBU001S.asp
7. Guide to Choosing and Buying a Wristwatch
www.timezone.com/Features/Guide/GuideChoosingBuyingWatch.html
8. www.web2636.vs.netbenefit.co.uk/acatalog/Main_Index_Mens_219.html
9. Bell and Ross Classic Diver – Stainless Bracelet
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/CL-DIVER.asp
10. Bell and Ross GMT Black Stainless Steel
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/GMT-B.asp
11. www.hmti.com/watches_splbrail.html
12.Suunto Yachtsman Wristop Computer
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/Yachtsman.asp
13.Anatomy of an $85.00 Watch: The Swatch Automatic
14.CHASE-DURER Underwater Demolition Team Special Forces Chronograph
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/Mariner.asp
15.Advanced Titanium Technology
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/titaniumtech.html
16. www.web2636.vs.netbenefit.co.uk/acatalog/Main_Index_Chrono__Swatches_214.html
17. www.timex.com/bin/detail.tmx?item=953:16007
18.Suunto Vector Wristop Computer - Green
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/Vector-Grn.asp
19.Spoon UFO Watch
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/PAU003.asp
20.Spoon HAL Watch – Silver Gray
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/PC8001.asp
21.Spoon SAM Watch – Secret Agent Man
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/PBU001S.asp
22.Citizen Stars and Stripes Navisail – White Face/Stainless Band
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/JN2030-51A.asp
23.Citizen Eco-Drive World Timer, Solid Titanium
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/JR0000-57E.asp
24.CHASE-DURER Pilot Commander XVA
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/110.12BS11.asp
25.www.timex.com/bin/detail.tmx?item=816:51081
26.www.princetonwatches.com/EcoDrive.html
27.Citizen Skyhawk Eco-Drive Flight Chronograph
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/JR3000-51F.asp
28.Citizen Eco-Drive Aqualand Stainless Steel with Gold Accents Diving Watch
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/BJ2004-08E.asp
29.Casio Pathfinder Triple Sensor Compass Watch
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/ATC1200-1V.asp
30.www.timex.com/bin/detail.tmx?item=846:51601
31.Life Watch: The wristwatch that can save a life!
www.skyaid.org/LifeWatch/life_watch.htm
32.Casio GPS Watch
www.princetonwatches.com/shop/PAT2GP-1V.asp
33.www.emazing.com/archives/gadget/2000-09-11
34.store.yahoo.com/dnbenteprisesinc/casbzresbanw.html
35.The Ultimate Must-Have Watch For The Technogeek!
www.smarthome.com/8178b.html
36.www.timex.com/bin/detail.tmx?item=836:90041
37.www.proximus.be/en/news/pn241299.htm
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