tourbillon
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- noun
- /ˈtʊərbiˌjɒn/
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tourbillon
- The watchmaker proudly showcased a tourbillon that counteracts gravitational effects to enhance timekeeping accuracy.
Examples
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What makes this particular tourbillon mechanism unique is that it is the first flying tourbillon.
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In fact, there are few modern tourbillons that most watch enthusiasts would make the effort to save up for, purchase, and wear.
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This flying tourbillon from Cartier in white gold is only 40mm - a perfect size.
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Tourbillons are rarely of interest to people who truly understand wristwatches.
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The Vacheron 14-Day tourbillon is available only in 5N pink gold and will sell for $279,800.
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It is also the least expensive of the four time-only tourbillons at around 50,000 euros.
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Inside is AP's new caliber 2924, one of the thinnest tourbillons on the market, with a power reserve of 70 hours.
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The VC Patrimony Traditionelle 14-Day Tourbillon is just what its name would suggest—a tourbillon with a 14-day power reserve.
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To improve the accuracy of the timepiece, the designer incorporated a sophisticated tourbillon mechanism.
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Each tourbillon is meticulously crafted to ensure precision in the watch's movement.
How Accurate
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Surface Forms
Etymology
Tourbillon was taken from French tour meaning 'turn' and used for a small 'whirl', and watchmakers borrowed the name because the part itself keeps turning. So in a watch a tourbillon is a tiny rotating mechanism that spins to help the timepiece stay accurate.