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It was probably Rolex that pioneered the use of a magnification lens on a watch’s crystal over the date to enhance the wearer’s ability to see the date. They were most likely to first to use this technique although it is unclear whether they invented the concept. Since Rolex starting using magnifier lenses, it has been a controversial watch feature. While most people don’t need the magnification lens (sometimes called a “cyclops”) to read the date, it is a nice addition to have when you want to know the date at a glance. And for some people, the date is just too small to be read without squinting.Rolex put the magnifier lens on the Submariner (not Sea Dweller model) watches and the Datejust models (among other Rolex watch models). The placement of the date and magnifier was specifically chosen where it is, because if wearing a watch on your left hand, it was the first part of the watch that emerged from your sleeve, allowing quick reference to the date. Vi
BEST FROM: & Friends December 6, 2013
We are now into the last month of year and this means Christmas is just around the corner. Therefore, to get into the mood and help plan your Christmas shopping, we will be taking a look at a couple of gift guides and wish lists. In addition, we also review new watches from Arnold & Son, Omega and Zenith. Next, we learn more about the history of ETA and why it is so important to Swiss watchmaking. Finally, we pay a visit to UK’s premier watch exhibition, Salon QP.1. Editors' Holiday Watch Wish List Buying Guide For 2013