C
Case - Watch cases are available in various shapes, materials and sizes. They can either be made from one piece or composed of top part, middle part and back part. The case of a watch is both a decorative element as well as protection against external factors such as water and dust. The back of a watch is called the case back. A sapphire crystal back called a 'view back' or 'transparent back', is often used to provide a view of the movement.
Complication -Complications are the additional functions in watches that go beyond the function of telling the time with hour, minute and second hands, and offers the wearers additional benefits. Small complications are, for example, date or a second time zone. Some examples of large complications are chronographs, perpetual calendar, repetition or the beautiful moon phases.
Chronograph -A chronograph is a wristwatch that has been enhanced with a stop function. This can be operated using the push buttons, which are usually located above and below the crown. This watch below is the fabulous Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph. Its available currently at Watch Buyers ( - please click image for further details)
Calibre -The calibre only referred to the diameter of a movement originally, but today it is used exclusively as 'the movement of a watch'. The calibre number can be used to determine the type of calibre and the proper replacement parts.
Chronometer - These are watches with a super high degree of accuracy. To be certified as chronometer, the models must pass a two-week accuracytest. If they pass, the model is issued with a chronometer certification.
Crown -The crown is a small screw button on the edge of the case of a wristwatch. It is usually located in the middle on the right side. By turning the crown you can set the hands and the date. Models with manual winding can also be rewound via the crown.
Cyclops lens -The cyclops lens is a magnifying glass which was invented and patented by Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf back in 1953, and is located right over the date display.
Cartier - A maker of beautiful watches. Known also for its jewellery, Cartier is one of the few jewellers that make truly good and reliable watches.They have their own high-tech watchmaking laboratory, which ensures that only the highest-quality timepieces with the utmost precision are created within.
Chopard - Chopard is an exceptional luxury jewellery and watches brand, with a very distinct look and style.
The letter D is following shortly!