WatchesAtlas / Watch knowledgeThe Watch EncyclopediaUnderstand the details that make a watch.Explore watches ↗Find a term or abbreviationCategoryAll categoriesMovements & mechanismsComplications & displaysCases, dials & braceletsFinishing & craftsmanshipPerformance & measurementModern watch technologyCollecting, condition & careSearchAllABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ2 termsClear filtersPerformance & measurementShock resistanceThe ability to withstand specified impacts or shock tests under defined conditions.↗Performance & measurementSuperlative ChronometerRolex's designation for its complete-watch testing and performance framework in addition to chronometer certification.↗