Chronograph

A chronograph is essentially a stop watch within a watch. There are usually an additional 3 dials within the main dial of the watch. These dials indicate the split second in 1/10 sec., seconds and minutes. The chronograph is a nice addition to any timepiece, because it makes it more useful and versatile in sportive situations. Here are the two main types of Chronographs.

Flyback

A flyback chronograph is a chronograph with a twist. Unlike typical chronographs which must be stopped before they can be reset to zero a flyback can be returned to zero while it is moving enabling one to time successive events without a undue lapse of time.

Split Second Chronograph

Split Second Chronograph is the most complicated chronograph. Instead of the ordinary single central stopwatch hand, two hands are superimposed over the other. When the chronograph is activated both hands will start in unison. However upon pressing the split-second button the lower hand will stop while the other hand continues forward enabling two events to be timed at once. By pushing the button again, the stopped hand will immediately catch up with the other hand and will continue to travel in unison. This complex mechanism places great demands on watchmakers as this type of chronograph undergoes much more violent mechanical stresses when used in its intended manner.

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