Watch Glossary
1676 horological terms explained
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Case Diameter Perception GapWatch Journalism
Journalism observation that watches appear larger or smaller on wrist than spec sheet indicates.
Case Middle Proportionality AssessmentWatch Journalism
Review analysis of case body width relative to lug-to-lug measurement.
Case Profile Aggression ScaleWatch Journalism
Subjective ranking of how boldly a watch's thickness projects from wrist surface.
Case Thickness Visual Weight CorrelationWatch Journalism
Analysis of how case depth influences perceived presence independent of actual mass