Glossary

The SKYMOD Watch Glossary is your guide to watchmaking terms, movements, and features. From automatic calibres to sapphire crystal, here’s everything you need to know.

Movements

Meca-Quartz

A hybrid movement that combines quartz accuracy with the mechanical feel of a chronograph. Found in SKYMOD’s chronograph models, it delivers the crisp “snap” of a mechanical reset with the reliability of quartz.

NH34 (Automatic GMT)

A Japanese automatic calibre that allows you to track a second time zone. Known for its accuracy and durability, it’s a favorite among travelers and enthusiasts.

NH35 (Automatic)

A respected Japanese automatic calibre. Self-winding and robust, it’s prized for its accuracy, reliability, and long-term performance.

VK63 (Meca-Quartz Chronograph)

A Japanese hybrid chronograph calibre. Offers quartz precision with the satisfying feel of a mechanical chronograph, making it popular with collectors.

Quartz

A battery-powered movement that offers high accuracy and minimal maintenance.

Automatic

A self-winding mechanical movement powered by wrist motion — no battery required.

Watch Components

Bezel

The ring around the watch face, sometimes fixed, sometimes rotating (e.g., for elapsed time measurement).

Case

The body of the watch that houses the movement and dial. SKYMOD uses 316L stainless steel, prized for its strength and corrosion resistance.

Crown

The small knob on the side of the watch used to set the time and date,