Watch Glossary
1676 horological terms explained
Crown positioned at 9 o'clock instead of standard 3 o'clock for left-handed watch operation.
Evaluation of whether lugs curve downward excessively beyond natural wrist contour
Measurement scale for how sharply or gently lug horns extend outward from case body
Polishing and erosion visible on case lugs from bracelet friction over time.
Space between the lugs where the strap or bracelet attaches.
Curvature quality and smoothness where lugs meet the main case body
Measurement between the inner edges of the lugs, determining strap and bracelet fit on the wrist.
Proportional relationship between lug-to-lug distance and case diameter for wearability assessment
Ideal range of lug-to-lug measurements (typically 48-50mm) for average wrist comfort
Minimum distance between lugs and wrist bone when watch sits naturally on typical wrists
Projections on the case that hold the strap or bracelet.