Cartier Watches, Understanding Quartz Movements

At The House of Cartier, quality is never the issue. Cartier exudes luxury and their reputation as one of the world's premier Swiss watchmakers is long standing. Has Cartier gotten by, simply on their good looks? No, the Cartier reputation of excellence has been built on a combination of factors. Yes, their designs are universally appealing, their Tank and Pasha watch creations are loved the world over, as are many others. A Cartier watch has the look of classic elegance, but looks aren't everything, and Cartier knows this all too well. Cartier's watch functioning and movements are just as prominent as their legendary designs. Their Quartz, as well as their hand wound mechanical movements, and automatic winding models are of exceptional quality, so how do you decide which will work best for you, when you look to make your Cartier watch purchase? Let's discuss the Quartz movements, today.

1. What is a Quartz movement? Quartz movements were created, by Swiss watchmakers back in 1967. Quartz utilizes a battery to work the movement. The battery is motivated by the distinctive vibrational frequency of the Quartz. Quartz has a vibrational frequency of over 32,000 Hertz, which results in precise accuracy. Quartz can be found in its natural state, although many of today's watches are run with the use of synthetic Quartz.

2. How often will I have to replace the battery in a Quartz watch? The Quartz watches batteries last for, anywhere from 18 to 24 months. When the time comes to replace the battery, take your Cartier to an authorized service center, and have the water resistance re-sealed to its original state.

3. What makes Quartz a good choice? Quartz movements are exceptionally accurate. The vibration rate of the Quartz results in an accuracy of within one minute per year, this means that your Cartier Quartz watch will only advance about 10 seconds each month. Another plus is that Quartz movements are extremely compact, and this small sizing translates into slimmer, more streamline designs. The flexibility of watch designers to produce more delicate creations is key, especially when designing women's timepieces. The third factor, when looking at Quartz, is their ease and compatibility with busy lifestyles. A Quartz watch is easy to love. They never require winding, are easy to wear, because of their size, and cost very little to maintain.

Now that you know the ins and outs of Cartier Quartz watches, stay tuned as we unravel the Mechanicals!

Cartier Watches, Understanding Quartz Movements