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40 terms
Clear filtersPrecision
Consistency of repeated measurements or running rates.
Performance & measurementRate
The amount a watch gains or loses relative to a reference over a stated time interval.
Performance & measurementRegulation
Adjustment of a movement's running rate, distinct from a complete service or overhaul.
Performance & measurementShock resistance
The ability to withstand specified impacts or shock tests under defined conditions.
Performance & measurementSuperlative Chronometer
Rolex's designation for its complete-watch testing and performance framework in addition to chronometer certification.
Performance & measurementTemperature compensation
Design measures intended to reduce changes in running behaviour caused by temperature variation.
Performance & measurementTesla
A unit of magnetic flux density, sometimes used when expressing a magnetic field or resistance specification.
Performance & measurementThermocompensated quartz
A quartz system that compensates for temperature-related changes in oscillator behaviour.
Performance & measurementTimegrapher
An instrument analysing movement sounds to estimate rate, beat error and related parameters.
Performance & measurementWater resistance
A stated resistance to water entry under defined test conditions.