A watch bezel may seem like a small part, but it serves both a practical and aesthetic purpose. At Le Temps, we know that every detail counts when it comes to luxury timepieces, and the bezel plays a crucial role in their design and function.
What Is a Bezel?
The bezel is the ring surrounding the watch face or dial. It's often made of metal, ceramic, or other durable materials, and its main function is to hold the watch crystal (the glass covering the dial) in place. However, the bezel can also serve additional purposes depending on the type of watch.
Types of Watch Bezels
- Fixed Bezel: This type of bezel is purely decorative, with no moving parts. It frames the dial and adds to the overall look of the watch.
- Rotating Bezel: Found on diving or aviation watches, a rotating bezel can be used to track elapsed time or other measurements.
- Tachymeter Bezel: Some luxury watches feature a bezel with a tachymeter, which is used to calculate speed over a certain distance.
Why the Bezel Matters
- Functionality: A functional bezel can provide essential information, such as elapsed time for divers or speed calculations for race car drivers.
- Durability: The bezel protects the crystal from impacts, helping to preserve the watch face.
- Style: From sleek, minimalist designs to bold, engraved bezels, the bezel is an important part of a watch’s overall look.
At Le Temps, we offer luxury timepieces featuring different types of bezels, ensuring that your watch not only looks great but also suits your lifestyle.
Explore our luxury watch collection with various bezel designs here.
