Watch Glossary

Using chemical acids to selectively eat into metal surfaces creating textured designs.

Decoration technique where designs are engraved and filled with enamel or contrasting materials.

Creating repetitive diamond or square grid pattern on watch surfaces for tactile texture.

Enameling technique using thin metal walls to contain and separate colored enamel sections.

Technique of inlaying precious metals into steel to create decorative contrasting patterns.

Mechanical engraving technique creating intricate geometric patterns using a rose engine lathe.

Manually cutting decorative designs into watch components using specialized engraving tools.

Creating textured ridged patterns on metal surfaces for improved grip on watch components.