Watch Fundamentals 101
Designed for jewelers, pawnbrokers, watch collectors, and anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of Swiss Watches. This course will give trainees the essentials needed to begin evaluating, buying, and selling watches.
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Watch Fundamentals 101 - Chapter 1: Watch Case Features; Model and serial location by brand; Serial number locations; Case number vs. reference materials; Understanding what model numbers indicate; Intro to case lugs, bracelet attachments, and tools.
Quiz: Chapter 1
Watch Fundamentals 101 - Chapter 2: Case hallmarks; Vintage vs modern hallmarks; Hallmark locations; Bezel designs and functions; Winding crown (operation and functions); Watch (positions 0 through 4); Watch Crystals; Water resistance.
Quiz: Chapter 2
Watch Fundamentals 101 - Chapter 3: Dial designs; Bracelet/strap components; Clasp markings; Genuine vs aftermarket vs counterfeit; Watch movement; Chronometer certs; Watch functions; Chronograph types/functions; Helium escape valve on diver's watches.
Quiz: Chapter 3
Watch Fundamentals 101 - Chapter 4: Watch packaging/condition terms; Rating condition; Measuring bracelet/strap wear; The watch condition checklist; Top 7 things that negatively affect watch value; Magnification requirements for buying/valuing.
Quiz: Chapter 4