Graham Watches

Graham watches have inherited the British tradition in watch making which is today over three centuries old. Before the Swiss watch making got recognition as the ultimate perfection of watch making British watches had their heyday and Graham watches epitomized the best practices in British horology. Today, Graham watches have a great reputation as the best examples of excellence in design and performance.

                                                              

Graham watches are named after George Graham (1674-1751) who learned the art and science of watch making from Thomas Tompion who is considered the father of British Horology. Graham made some wonderful contributions to the art and science of watch making. The mercury pendulum that can withstand the temperature variations due to heat and consequent changes in time is one of his great gifts to horology. The much celebrated deadbeat escapement technique is another of his great inventions. Though he contributed much he did not care to earn any money. However, his contributions to watch making earned him a place in the Westminster Abbey. The user of Graham watches is wearing this ancient tradition.

Though the brand is steeped in tradition it is not averse to new ideas. There are many watches that have become legendary by their style and quality. The line watches called Foudroyante Chronograph has 40 jewels and a power reserve if 42 hours. It is equipped with a tough watch movement and is water resistant at 50 meters. The watch that is made of steel has three different faces, black, blue and silver colored.

One of the models called the Graham Chronofighter is a renowned watch in which many qualities blend gracefully. It has a stunning visual appeal coupled with a brilliant perfection in working. To make the winding easy it has been supplied with a special lever which can be easily operated without straining your fingers. The watch has seen battle conditions as the British pilots were equipped with this watch. The watch was found worthy by the Royal Air Force speaks volumes about its excellence in working. There is a romantic halo around the watch as the participant in the high drama of Brinish success in the blitz.