The watch movement or the caliber is a mechanism that makes every watch tick. It is an engine that powers a watch and all of its functions. The mechanism inside the watch moves the hands and powers any additional features such as annual calendars, chronographs or dual time zone displays. Powering all the timekeeping tasks, the movement is the most important component in any watch – just ask any professional who specializes in watch repair in San Diego. There are many different movements that power a watch, but they all fall into two categories: mechanical and quartz movements.

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Did you get a fancy new gold necklace for Christmas or a shiny engagement ring? Congratulations! What makes fine jewelry so eternal is that it can always look as shiny as when you first got …