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Welcome to Wallace Bishop, your trusted destination for automatic watches. Explore our exquisite collection of automatic timepieces from renowned brands like TAG Heuer, Tissot, Longines, Rado, and Seiko. Discover the fascinating world of automatic watches and experience the perfect blend of timeless style and innovative technology.
An automatic watch, also known as a self-winding watch, is a mechanical timepiece that harnesses the natural motion of your wrist to power its movement. Unlike quartz watches that rely on batteries, automatic watches are powered by the energy generated from the wearer's movements. This makes them not only functional timekeepers but also captivating pieces of craftsmanship.
TAG Heuer, a legendary Swiss brand, offers a range of automatic watches that exemplify precision and performance. Tissot, with its rich heritage of Swiss watchmaking, presents automatic timepieces that combine elegance with exceptional functionality. Longines, known for its classic and sophisticated designs, offers automatic watches that capture the essence of timeless style.
Rado, a pioneer in using innovative materials, presents automatic watches that showcase a perfect fusion of cutting-edge technology and artistic design. Seiko, a trusted Japanese brand, brings you automatic watches renowned for their reliability, accuracy, and enduring quality.
Experience the charm and craftsmanship of automatic watches at Wallace Bishop. From the intricate inner workings to the exquisite exterior design, each automatic watch tells a story of exceptional artistry and precision. Explore our collection online or visit our stores to find the perfect automatic watch that reflects your style and accompanies you on every memorable moment.
Frequently Asked Watch Questions
Wallace Bishop offers a wide variety of watches from brands such as TAG Heuer, Longines, Seiko, Casio, Timex and more. We carry a range of styles to suit any preference, including Automatic Watches, Chronograph Watches, and Digital Watches.
An automatic watch, also known as a self-winding watch, doesn't require batteries and is powered by the natural motion of the wearer's arm. This means you never have to worry about replacing batteries or manually winding the watch. Automatic watches are also known for their durability and longevity, as they are often made with high-quality materials and crafted with precision.
A chronograph watch is a watch that includes a stopwatch function, allowing the wearer to measure elapsed time. A regular watch, on the other hand, simply tells time. Chronograph watches often have additional sub-dials and buttons to control the stopwatch function.
Quartz-powered watches use a battery to power a small quartz crystal, which vibrates at a precise frequency to keep time. Mechanical watches, on the other hand, use a complex system of gears, springs, and other components to keep time. Mechanical watches are often more expensive than quartz-powered watches and require more maintenance, but are highly valued by watch enthusiasts for their craftsmanship and precision.
Swiss watches are highly regarded for their precision, durability, and craftsmanship. Many of the top luxury watch brands are based in Switzerland and use high-quality materials and advanced manufacturing techniques to produce their watches. Additionally, the Swiss watch industry has a long history and is known for its strict standards and attention to detail.
We offer a selection of Swiss made watches from brands such as TAG Heuer, Longines, Rado, RAYMOND WEIL, Oris, Tissot, Frederique Constant, and Luminox. These timepieces are known for their craftsmanship and precision engineering. From classic dress watchers to modern sports models; there is sure to be something for everyone in our Swiss made collection.
The features you should look for in a watch depend on your personal preferences and needs. Some important factors to consider include the type of movement (quartz or mechanical), the materials used in the watch's construction (such as a stainless-steel bracelet or leather band), the style and design of the watch, and any additional features such as water resistance or a date display.
The size of the watch you should purchase depends on your personal preferences and the size of your wrist. A watch with a case diameter of around 40-44mm is considered a standard size for men's watches, while women's watches typically range from 26-38mm. It's also important to consider the thickness of the watch, as a thicker watch may feel uncomfortable on a smaller wrist.