Watch Glossary
1676 horological terms explained
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Bezel lumeMaterials
Luminous material applied to rotating watch bezel markers or indexes
BGW9Materials
High-performance Super-LumiNova variant offering exceptional brightness and glow duration
BGW9 alternativeMaterials
Other high-performance Super-LumiNova variants offering comparable or superior luminescent properties
BMG-TECHMaterials
Bulk metallic glass technology used by some manufacturers for ultra-hard, scratch-resistant watch cases.
BraceletMaterials
Metal strap made of integrated links, typically stainless steel, gold, or titanium
BronzeMaterials
Copper-tin alloy developing patina over time; used for vintage-style watch cases