4 things to know about a chronograph watch

Sure, it’s nice to have a watch that looks nice, but what about a timepiece that does so much more for you than simply making people look twice? Enter the chronograph watch, timekeepers’ favourite tool of the trade that’s as practical as it is beautiful. If you’re thinking of buying one, there’s often a little more thought that might need to go into it, like these top 4 most considered topics. Time is of the essence The most standout feature of chronographs is their ability to time and track the time. Whether you’re timing how long your dinner’s been in the oven, or need your watch to alert you when it’s time to ring someone back, they meet the mark perfectly. Can you see me? More often than not, aesthetic takes precedence over practicality and this can be the case with chronograph watches. With faces and their details taking a further backseat than ever before, consider how you’ll use the many functions of the watch before reaching for the wallet. Think: big legible numbers, tactile buttons and an overall readable face. Consider going up a size to really maximise the functionality of your new time piece, too. Let’s go on a date Unless you’re working with a photographic memory and can summon the image of a calendar before your very eyes, you might need something to help you remember what day of the week it is. Or date! And in lieu of the handy mobile phone, a chronograph watch like the Pioneer from Nordgreen does… Read More