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Why Did Your Watch Stop and What Should You Do?
Why can quartz, mechanical or automatic watches suddenly stop? WATCHZ explains the main causes — from a dead battery and depleted power reserve to impacts, moisture and the need for servicing.

What Do the Markings on a Watch Dial Mean?
What do Automatic, Quartz, Solar, WR, Sapphire, GMT, Chronograph, Made in Japan and Swiss Made mean? WATCHZ explains the main watch markings in simple terms.

How to Set Electronic and Analog Watches?
How do you correctly set the time and date on a wristwatch? WATCHZ explains how to adjust analog watches using the crown and electronic models using button controls.

What Should You Do If the Watch Glass Fogs Up from the Inside?
Why does watch glass fog up from the inside, and what should you do when condensation appears? WATCHZ explains the main causes, when to visit a watchmaker and how to prevent damage to your watch.

How to Choose a Watch Dial Color to Match Your Outfit?
Black, white, blue or green dial — which one should you choose? WATCHZ explains which watch colors work best with suits, everyday clothing and more expressive looks.

New Orient Mako 2026: GMT, Limited Edition and Fresh Models in the Series
New Orient Mako models have arrived at WATCHZ: GMT versions, a limited edition and fresh classic models. We take a quick look at the design, functions and key features of each new release.

Steel Bracelet, Leather Strap or Rubber: What to Choose and When to Wear It?
Steel, leather or rubber — which option should you choose for a watch? WATCHZ explains what works best for everyday wear, suits, sports and hot weather.

Watch Water Resistance: What Do 30M, 50M, 100M and 200M Mean?
What do 30M, 50M, 100M and 200M mean on a watch? WATCHZ explains why these ratings should not be interpreted as literal diving depths and how to understand water resistance correctly.

How to distinguish a Genuine Casio Watch from a Fake?
It is not only expensive watches that are counterfeited — copies exist even among affordable Casio models. WATCHZ explains how to check the case, dial, tag, caseback, reference and module number, and why Cased in China or Made in Japan markings should be evaluated in the context of the specific mode

Fashion Watches: Are They Worth Buying and How Do They Differ from Traditional Watch Brands?
What are fashion watches, and how do they differ from traditional watch brands? We explore their design, quality, movements, key advantages, and who these watches are best suited for.

Quartz vs. Mechanical Watches: Which is the Better Choice?
Quartz or mechanical — which to choose? WATCHZ compares accuracy, practicality, and maintenance, and explains who mechanical and quartz watches are best suited for.

Citole — All About the Brand and Why You Should Pay Attention to It.
Citole is a relatively young watch brand, whose history began in Paris in 2002. We explore why the combination of fashion design, Miyota and TMI movements, 316L steel, sapphire crystals, and accessible positioning makes Citole an interesting option in the entry-level segment.

Orient and Orient Star: What's the Difference and Why Are They Valued in Uzbekistan?
Orient is one of those Japanese watch brands that many residents of Uzbekistan have been familiar with since the 1990s. We delve into Orient's history, the brand's in-house movements, modern changes, Solar technologies, and explain how Orient Star differs from regular Orient.

How to Choose the Right Watch for Yourself
Choosing the right watch starts not with the brand or movement, but with understanding where and how you plan to wear it. We explain the differences between dress, everyday, sports, and dive watches to help you find the type that suits you best.

Casio: Why These Watches Have Remained Iconic for Half a Century
Casio has been producing wristwatches since 1974, and during that time, it has created models for almost any scenario from simple digital and vintage watches to shock-resistant G-SHOCK and high-tech EDIFICE.
