WATcHMAKING TERMINoLoGy
The explanations given in this document use terms from traditional watchmaking terminology.
The illustration below shows the main components of a Girard-Perregaux watch.
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A
Bezel
B
Dial
c
Hour hand
D
Minute hand
E
Chronograph minute counter*
f
Case
G
Bracelet or strap
H
Lugs for attaching the bracelet/strap to the case
I
window showing information indicated on a disc under the dial*
J
Small Seconds hand*
K
Push-button at 2 o'clock*
L
Crown used for winding and some settings
M
Push-button at 4 o'clock*
N
Seconds hand or chronograph seconds hand
*Specific components used on certain models only.
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