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1676 horological terms explained

Thermometer ComplicationComplications

Integrated scale displaying ambient temperature, typically placed on the dial edge or subsidiary dial.

Three-Question RepeaterComplications

Minute repeater chiming hours, quarter hours, and minutes when respective pushers are activated individually.

Tide ComplicationComplications

Displays tidal information based on lunar cycles, useful for maritime and sailing activities.

Timezone Synchronization EngineComplications

Automatic time adjustment system utilizing GNSS and network data for accuracy across regions

True SecondsComplications

Seconds hand that advances in one-second jumps at specific intervals, also called dead beat.