chronograph
noun
chro·no·graph
ˈkrä-nə-ˌgraf 
ˈkrō-
: an instrument for measuring and recording time intervals: such as
a
: an instrument having a revolving drum on which a stylus makes marks
b
: stopwatch
also
: a watch incorporating the functions of a stopwatch
c
: an instrument for measuring the time of flight of projectiles
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The custom chronograph was given to Schumacher by Jean Todt.
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2024
At the time, Omega issued a version of its Speedmaster Racing chronograph with Schumacher’s signature on the caseback.
—Andy Hoffman, Fortune Europe, 20 Mar. 2024
The chronograph setup is neatly organized with counters for 30 minutes, 12 hours, and small seconds, all laid out in a way that’s easy on the eyes.
—Matthew Catellier, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2024
The director wore the newest edition of the iconic chronograph, updated to feature a lacquered white dial inspired by space exploration and the collection’s own famous heritage.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 11 Mar. 2024
Photograph: Omega Eagerly awaited by die-hard Omega fans since the watch was spotted on Daniel Craig’s wrist at a New York exhibition in November 2023, Omega has finally unveiled a new version of its famous Speedmaster Moonwatch chronograph.
—Chris Hall, WIRED, 5 Mar. 2024
In 2006, Jaeger-LeCoultre launched a sporty, and more square, chronograph version of the Reverso, called the Squadra, with corresponding square subdials.
—Carol Besler, Robb Report, 26 Feb. 2024
The watch features a flyback mechanism, which allows for the quick resetting of the chronograph, a critical feature for back-to-back timing scenarios encountered during the ice race.
—Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024
This one-of-a-kind masterpiece offers a chronograph, a minute repeater, and a perpetual calendar featuring a moon phase all housed in an 18-karat white gold case showcasing breathtaking grand feu enamel work.
—Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 26 Jan. 2024
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2024
At the time, Omega issued a version of its Speedmaster Racing chronograph with Schumacher’s signature on the caseback.
—Andy Hoffman, Fortune Europe, 20 Mar. 2024
The chronograph setup is neatly organized with counters for 30 minutes, 12 hours, and small seconds, all laid out in a way that’s easy on the eyes.
—Matthew Catellier, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2024
The director wore the newest edition of the iconic chronograph, updated to feature a lacquered white dial inspired by space exploration and the collection’s own famous heritage.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 11 Mar. 2024
Photograph: Omega Eagerly awaited by die-hard Omega fans since the watch was spotted on Daniel Craig’s wrist at a New York exhibition in November 2023, Omega has finally unveiled a new version of its famous Speedmaster Moonwatch chronograph.
—Chris Hall, WIRED, 5 Mar. 2024
In 2006, Jaeger-LeCoultre launched a sporty, and more square, chronograph version of the Reverso, called the Squadra, with corresponding square subdials.
—Carol Besler, Robb Report, 26 Feb. 2024
The watch features a flyback mechanism, which allows for the quick resetting of the chronograph, a critical feature for back-to-back timing scenarios encountered during the ice race.
—Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024
This one-of-a-kind masterpiece offers a chronograph, a minute repeater, and a perpetual calendar featuring a moon phase all housed in an 18-karat white gold case showcasing breathtaking grand feu enamel work.
—Cait Bazemore, Robb Report, 26 Jan. 2024
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chronograph
noun
chro·no·graph
ˈkrän-ə-ˌgraf
ˈkrō-nə-
: an instrument for measuring and recording stretches of time with exactness
Medical Definition
chronograph
noun
chro·no·graph
ˈkrän-ə-ˌgraf, ˈkrō-nə-
: an instrument for measuring and recording time intervals: as
a
: an instrument having a revolving drum on which a stylus makes marks
b
: a watch incorporating the functions of a stopwatch
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