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Re: Accuracy can never be "too good"
In Response To: Accuracy can never be "too good" ()

: Why do you think it is impossible? +/-1 second
: a day for any mechanical is great but not
: unbelievable.

I see what you mean... I guess the real test of movement quality is the ability to sustain accuracy. Would you agree?

: Also, remember a Chronometer status is merely
: an extra perforamnce test that some watches
: are submitted for. Watches aren't built
: differently for it. Most modern watches
: should be able to run well withing
: Chronometer specs if adjusted by a competent
: professional.

Very interesting. I had thought that movements would be specially tuned or altered in preparation for chronometer certification tests. So, potentially any watch could qualify... it's whether or not the manufacturer felt like going through the expense and effort for the test. Thanks, Derek!

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