Women's watch with a ceramic bracelet

Wristwatches are bought for many years. That is why it is so important for them to have a high indicator of durability, which depends not so much on the movement, but on the material from which their case and bracelet are made. Moreover, metal is far from the most optimal solution, because some scratches on this material cannot be polished at all. It is much more correct to buy a men's or women's watch with a ceramic bracelet, because high-tech clay is a heavy-duty material created by mankind using the latest technologies.

Wrist chronometers and bracelets made of ceramics "saw the light" relatively recently. In 1986, the world famous brand Rado the first watch movements made of a new high-strength material were produced. Over the time that has passed since then, they have managed to win great admiration and genuine respect from real admirers of watch movements.

Considering the issue of the cost of ceramic products (it must be said that ceramics do not belong to expensive categories), it should be understood that the price varies depending on the type of clay-metal alloy used in the production of a particular model. Thus, it can be assumed that a watch with a ceramic bracelet can be purchased by any person, even those who do not have large incomes.

The most common technology is the use of either carbide powder or zirconium oxide. They can be pressed into a special shape and fired at ultra-high temperatures. When a specific color is needed, the ceramic powder is mixed with the coloring powder. The last step is polishing with diamond grit - it is she who gives the product a characteristic shine.

It should also be mentioned that heavy-duty ceramics are used not only in the creation of cases and bracelets that look like volcanic glass. The addition of rare-earth lanthanum to the ceramic powder made it possible to create a material that is not inferior in strength even to diamond. Therefore, it is not surprising that watch movements themselves can be made from such material.

According to color preferences, the most popular among the modern female audience are white ceramics. An ideal solution that demonstrates delicate taste and adherence to traditions would be the purchase of chronometers in two shades at once - in white and black. Thus, the owner will provide herself with the perfect color match with any clothes, because white is more suitable for summer light bows, and black is more suitable for clothes of the cold season.

Ceramics has become so attractive to watchmakers around the world primarily due to its universal properties:

• plasticity, allowing the master to obtain interesting forms, endlessly experiment and create products that resemble rubber or carbon models.
• The lightness of the alloy after all, not only gold and steel, but even titanium are inferior to ceramics in these indicators.
• Hypoallergenic and hygienic - this parameter puts ceramics out of competition. Any metal, although rare, can cause irritation, while clay, even as part of an alloy, will always be safe.
• Stylishness – it is difficult to imagine an ugly ceramic chronometer. All watches are recognized as the epitome of good taste. That is why, despite their "young" age, they have already earned the status of restrained modern classics.
• Wear resistance color – Ceramic watches will never turn yellow or tarnish.
• Comfortable to wear and easy to care for. Indeed, such accessories rarely get repaired, and the lightness of the products and the feeling of their warmth provide unsurpassed wearing comfort.
• Excellent protection of the watch mechanism from external influences - this quality was the result of the electrical and heat resistance of ceramics.
• High temperature resistance and electromagnetic radiation.

Not so long ago, when talking about women's watches with a ceramic bracelet, everyone understood that we were talking about Rado products. Today, brands such as Dior, Lancaster, Jacques Lemans and Essence have taken over the production of chronometers and their ceramic accessories. Having studied the numerous reviews of grateful customers, we can compile the following rating of ceramic watches, the most popular among Russian consumers:

• Anne Klein - This well-known American brand has a "Ceramics" collection. This series stands out for its classic design and strict forms. Cases and bracelets are made of clay. Every detail "breathes" elegance.
• Samsung Gear S3 ceramic strap. It is quite enough for the customer to fully experience all the advantages of the new material, combined with the clock mechanism, made from other alloys.
• Geneva is a black watch with a floral ceramic bracelet. One of the advantages of this model is the combination of all the above-mentioned positive qualities of ceramics and a very affordable price.
• Cartier (white quartz watch with a ceramic bracelet) - the personification of presentability and reliability.

But it happens that you like the model, but the bracelet is too big. Of course, this should not be an obstacle, especially after studying the instructions below.

We are talking exclusively about ceramic bracelets with a sectional structure. In order not to resort to the help of the workshop and remove the links yourself, you need to prepare the place as follows:

• prepare writing or dining table, table lamp;
• pick up a tray with walls that prevents the loss of small parts of the bracelet;
• take from tools a small hammer, miniature pliers or tweezers, a needle (thin awl) for pushing the pins.

In the first variant, sharp tools help to press the spring-loaded pin inward.. This must be done very carefully, with maximum control of the hairpin so that it does not fly away. After removing the unnecessary fragment, the hairpin is inserted back. When the pin is correctly placed, a characteristic click will sound.

The essence of the second method is that each link is removed using a special watch screwdriver. Also, experts recommend using a special tool before removing a certain number of links. In fact, it is the second method that is more suitable for ceramic bracelets. Also, when assembling, you must be careful, since the frame links with holes are placed last. There is no other way to reduce the bracelet.

When somehow the bracelet broke, the watch needs to be cleaned or even worse - soldered, it would be very reckless to fix the problem with your own hands. The best solution is to turn to professionals. Using original spare parts, they will quickly and efficiently restore the accessory: they will polish the product, solder the damaged parts, provide the missing horseshoes and pins.

How to shorten a ceramic watch bracelet, see the following video.