The search for the most exclusive and best designs in watchmaking have sparked a hot debate among the initiated: which one is better?
Quartz or automatic? These two categories refer to the
timepiece’s movement type.
Choosing one or the other depends on the needs and tastes of each person. Discover which one adapts better to you at Relojería Alemana and choose
the perfect model using our guide.
What is an automatic watch?
Watches with
automatic movement, or self-winding, are within the category of
mechanical watches.
These designs exist since the 18th century, and they
don’t require the wearer to wind them manually. They have a complex device with a mainspring and a rotor, which moves around the pivot. This mechanism enables the
arm’s movement
to wind the watch autonomously when it moves. Manufacturing and assembling such timepieces requires great skill.
A few elegant examples of automatic watch are the Twenty~4 by Patek Philippe, the Mille Miglia 2020 Race Edition by Chopard, or the Seamaster 300 Co-Axial Master Chronometer by Omega. Also surprising because
of their excellence are models such as Tag Heuer’s Carrera or the Master Ultra Thin Moon by Jaeger-LeCoultre..
What is a quartz timepiece?
Watches with quartz movement originated as a more precise alternative to mechanical timepieces. They work thanks to a battery,
which sends an electric signal through a quartz crystal. In turn, the crystal experiences
oscillation at a constant rate: this vibration is the reason why the watch keeps its time. This new mechanism changed the industry
forever due to its durability and accuracy.
One can find watches with quartz movement among the catalogues of prestigious watchmakers, designed with sophistication. From Chanel, with their Boy-Friend timepiece, to Hublot’s Classic Fussion model,
not to mention the Dolce Vita quartz watch by Longines.
Differences between quartz and automatic watches
Timepieces with quartz movement are extremely reliable. Their high precision comes from the rate at which the quartz crystal oscillates, which is usually at 32.768 Hz. Nowadays, the most renowned watchmaking houses include timepieces
with quartz movement among their collections, manufactured with exclusive materials and designs tailored to any preference, from classic tastes to sportier lines.
Automatic watches, on the other hand, are veritable pieces of engineering, full of feeling and craftsmanship. A great deal of the heritage of watchmaking history was born with legendary automatic timepiece manufacturers,
to whom we owe the models we enjoy today. The movement within these designs are full of magic and charm, qualities that have awakened the interest of watchmaking enthusiasts.
Whether you choose a
timepiece with quartz movement or prefer a stylish
automatic watch, at Relojería Alemana we have a unique selection of classic and modern models you can gift or get for yourself.
At our
shops in Mallorca, we can offer you advice to choose
the timepiece that best suits you. Remember that our establishment in Colón street is
temporarily closed for refurbishment, but you can still visit us at Borne and Puerto Portals. We are waiting for you!
