There are watches, and there are watches. The first option tracks time, and the second is a representation of who you are. The latter type is put together in Munich, Germany, and it is named Tufina. The makers of Tufina add the cogs, the gears, the precious materials, and a little bit of something ethereal too. Something much worthy than the simple knowledge of what time it is. That ethereal something is what transforms buying a Tufina watch into a messy pitfall process. The proper watches- those that have insides that require a high level of craft- run the whole wide spectrum of price tags, while more classic choices show that you’ve done your research. So, which type of watch are you?
Which are the types of watches?
Watch slang can be quite puzzling for people who do not know much about watches, even more, when your sole purpose is to find one that suits your personality, and style, that isn’t heavy to your pocket and isn’t apt to scratches, cracks, or shocks. Below I will present you with the most prominent and useful types of watches you may happen upon in the market:
Aviator Watches
The topic of watch technology was presented by pilots in the early twentieth century. During that time, pocket watches were still a thing as wristwatches weren’t approved yet and they weren’t as predominant as they are today. When first created they had a square shape, the Romans' numerals weren’t as easy to read and they had no chronograph. However, it was a start. Aviator watches are strangely beloved nowadays due to their practical elegance and razor-shaped precision. Though born out of necessity, in the past decade aviator watches have been used more as a style preference rather than the critical instrument they were created as. And keeping up with the advancements, among other options, Tufina offers you Madrid GM-112-11. A watch made for those aviators who love functionality but also pay attention to looking good. And if you are a lady, Lady Butterfly or Madame Butterfly are the solution for you.
Diving Watches
The diving sport goes back to the 1950s, but it didn’t start steeping until the mid-twentieth century. During this high climbing, drivers needed some specific tools. Enter, the dive watch. Way long before the production of computers, divers needed a trustworthy watch as it could set the difference between life and death. The tool or device would have to be able to track the timing the diver was underwater, and calculate the decompression stops. Forward to now, dive watches are named the most common watches in the industry. Worth noting that every Made in Germany watch of Tufina is from 3 ATM to 5 ATM, take for example Hawaii GM-514-8, a watch made with a stainless steel gold case and a water resistance of 3 ATM.
Military watches
What military watches, otherwise known as field watches, are, can be easily found in their name. They are watches used by the military. Understandable, this means they have high endurance, can withstand tonnes of punishment, and every other tough standard you can think of, the military watches outdo it. Military watches were first worn by German navy officers back in the 1880s. Today, they are part of Tufina watches as one of the most preferred options. Check out Casablanca Theorema in silver or black and I am sure you will love it.
Chronograph Watches
Though “chronograph” translates to “time writer”, these types of watches are stopwatches. Back when they were first created, in the early 17th century by Louis Moinet, they used a pen to mark the time. With time changes, the chronograph watches evolved too and they now combine a stopwatch and a standard watch. Though there exists such a thing as an “aviator's watch”, pilots prefer wearing chronographs because it helps them calculate quickly speed and distance during flights, while flight attendants use them to measure passengers' heartbeats during emergencies.
Dress Watches
In plain English, a dress watch is a watch created to be worn with suits or tuxedos. But seeing as the rules of dressing has drastically changed and are being rewritten daily, just like suits can be paired with sneakers, a dress watch can be paired with sports clothes. Wearing a dress watch is not a symbol of classy outfits anymore, it is more of a self-expression and freedom of choice. If I am being honest, every watch from Tufina is a dress watch. Timepieces that scream stylish and unique.
How to choose the perfect watch?
The following tells you what you should know and carefully pay attention to when deciding to buy a new watch:
Size Matters
There is no typical wrist size, consequently, there is no typical watch size either. Though there exist Tufina timepieces that are so big they can be seen from a long distance, most of them have a case diameter of 34 to 44 mm. In case you are a gentleman with slighter wrists then the 34 to 40 mm case is the best choice for you, while sturdy gents with thicker wrists should go for cases up to 46 mm.
Let’s Talk Straps
The thing that secures your watch to your wrist is as important as the size in setting the individuality of your watch. A metal bracelet is a solution for men who want more masculine, stout watches, while men who want a more conventional, dressy timepiece should opt for leather. At Tufina watches’ you can find all, stainless steel, stainless steel gold, or even genuine cow leather bands.
Know A Little About Watch Materials
Before starting shopping you should first understand the types of watch materials because they have a huge impact on the prices, as well as styles. Watches that are made of lightweight titanium or carbon fibers do tend to costs more than those made of stainless steel. It is noteworthy that Tufina produces both types of watch materials, giving you many options to choose from.
Learn About Movement Types
Learning about movement types before purchasing a watch is quite important since movement types are named to be the power sources for watches. The three basic types of movement are battery, quartz, or mechanical. As per their name, battery movement uses batteries as the only source of power. Quartz movement relies on the power of the battery being sent through the quartz on the inside of the watch. Lastly, mechanical movement depends on the wearer winding the elements, which could be either manual or automatic.
Think About The Recipient First.
If you have typed Tufina watches on your search bar, wait a minute. Before hurrying and buying a watch for yourself or maybe someone else, do step back a little and think cautiously about that person’s character, hobbies, likes, dislikes, and style. Yes, Tufina offers a solution to every doubt you might have, but before clicking buy on the very option you see, think do take into consideration: Is that person a businessman, a sports fan, a fashionista, or a go-with-the-flow type? This will help you decide on the best alternative.
What About The Budget?
Despite knowing about the likes and dislikes of the person you want to buy a timepiece for, you need to think a little about how heavy the price is going to be in your pocket. Tufina offers you watches that go well with every budget, whether it is $300 or $1000. Even if you are the type who springs for more when finding the perfect item, having a preset price in your head of how much you would like to spend is crucial. To help you out, however, Tufina oftentimes offers discounts, which will help you choose the best timepieces at an affordable cost.
Look At The Styles And Features.
Above I suggested that you think about the recipient before going ahead and buying the watch. That is, of course, because that is the most important part of purchasing a timepiece. For instance, if your father isn’t much into gadgets and functions, you would like a watch with an easier-to-read dial. If you have a boyfriend who is a fashionista, colorful dials and unusual case shapes are the solution. Features have high importance too. Thus, if you are thinking of giving a watch to a sports fan, a chronograph is the way to go. If the person you have in your mind is a businessman.
Accustoming the fit
After finding all the elements of a high-end watch you like, you need to take the last step, adjusting the fit. Undoubtedly, you would want a watch band that is tight enough but also loose enough, tight enough to not slide around your wrist, and loose enough to not cut off your circulation.
A size test used for your watch is to try and shift the watch up and down your arm. If it can shift it is too big. If it doesn’t shift but leaves an imprint on your wrist it is too small. If it doesn’t shift up and down but neither leaves an imprint, then it is the perfect fit.
Another criterion used to ensure that the watch band is not too small for you and the watch face is not too small for your measurements is that if you have a slighter wrist and slighter frame, the watch band, and the watch face should be smaller.