12 November 2015
The history of the Fossil brand: not so "ancient"
If you have ever been through the Internet, then indispensable at the mention of this famous brand, along with its products, pictures with dinosaurs and other antiquities appear. And all because Fossil word translated from English as "fossil, fossil". Although in fact the brand is not ancient and even more so old-fashioned. On the contrary, it is for active and young people who are not afraid of change. It is for the non-standard appearance and a little daring disposition that this brand is loved in almost all countries of the world.
We may be flying a little high today, but that's right: from time to time we must be able to dream; and if the dream turns into someone who has a chance to give to a loved one or a favorite masterpiece, good! Pink can be a declaration of love, a gesture of affection, or an expression of intense passion: if anything, this gorgeous flower is rightly brought onto the scene on Valentine's Day. But let's see a few hours in detail for him and for her. The collection, heir to a tradition where elegance reigns, has always been a great success all over the world, inspired by the sweet Italian life; this collection is appreciated by women who know how to sublimate the simple joys of life.
The brand appeared in 1984 when watchmakers focused more on quality than design. But Fossil made a revolution, starting to produce not only high-quality, but also extraordinary watches. Naturally, they became more sold out and quickly gained popularity. The brand was founded by brothers Tom and Costa Kartsotis from Dallas, USA. They produced, of course, not only watches, but also clothes, bags, shoes and much more. But watches remained a priority product. According to one of the founders of the brand, The 80s got rid of dullness and stinginess in the style of 20th century, so the people, especially young people, needed something catchy and unusual. But at the same time, it is inexpensive and of high quality, because not everyone, especially at a young age, can afford to spend a lot of money on accessories and clothes.
This is a collection that uses geometric lines and delicacy of curves, which together enhance the modern elegance and femininity of these models. Models fall in four dimensions and hold the movement of the quartz. The watch is completed with a steel bracelet and rose gold. Men, hurry up to buy it to give it to your loved one! New model 42mm in diameter has the same stainless steel case that the collection is made of, while the two-piece dial has a brand new dress.
Orisa's designers have refined the look to make the watch even more sporty and technical. This horizontal representation continues in two Arabic numerals at 3 and 9, and the other numbers have been removed to give the watch a cleaner, thinner look. Bulgari this time chose an enchanted Italian word to represent the reptile in a whole new way through a captivating interpretation of high jewelery watches. Enchanted snakes are a reptile that traditionally belongs to the bestiary of ancient Rome and has since been adopted by a Roman goldsmith.
It is because of the desire to always be in trend watches Fossil deserved the honorary prefix fashion
Success grew every year, and since 1999 years, its products spread not only throughout the continent, but also went further - to Europe.
The so-called "trip" to Europe was incredibly successful. AT 2001 the brand bought out as many as three Swiss companies producing watch movements. After all, quality should not fade into the background. Swiss mechanisms are already a new level of sales, because the phrase alone already excites the imagination, and then the price is completely democratic. During the same period, Fossil received a license to manufacture watches worldwide. famous brand Zodiac (Zodiac), as well as for the production and sale of fashion accessories of such well-known brands as Diesel, DKNY, Emporio Armani, Philippe Starck, Burberry. And later she moved to Germany.
This is a watch that contains a secret dial and a high-precision Swiss movement in the head of a reptile. Now the snake appears with a new face, suggesting the round shape of the watch case. The new watchmaker is extremely original. For the first time, the reptile is wrapped around the dial. All parts of the snake's head and body have been completely redesigned and redesigned using the most modern lines.
Pioneers of watchmaking, by. Many years have passed and the citizen can really say that he has reached citizens all over the world, meets his tastes, expectations and offers watches with more and more advanced technological content; and it is precisely because of the care that the Citizen has since begun to show to them, the citizens of the world, who today can boast of their position as the world leader in the manufacture of watches and wristwatches.
Watch collections
The watch collections of the brand are diverse and everyone can find a model to their taste and needs. But the most famous are only a few, which are worth talking about in more detail.
Collection Grant- models with a clear hint of the classics. There are watches with a quartz movement, as well as with a regular one. In the case of the latter, the model usually has a skeletonized window. Some watches from this collection have a chronograph function.
Most of the manuals that come with watches say almost nothing about glass. Considering that for the vast majority of customers glass is the most underestimated, and in the case of the presence of one or more signs, aesthetic discomfort arises and given the significant costs that they face if it is a sapphire, it would be better to pay more attention to it. For some tips, let's start with materials. Many, but many years ago glasses were only made of mineral glass, so they were easily broken.
Some pocket watches had very thin glasses, especially those with double chests. Then they absorb shocks better, in the event of breaks they are easily replaced and, without creating dangerous fragmentation, do not get into the mechanism, and the quadrants could not scratch. Then came tempered spectacles, heirs to mineral glasses but subjected to rates of tempering to make them harder and less scratched, although sometimes, especially in the case of the bombardment, I happened to see someone "explode", left on the bedside table undamaged in the evening and reopened with one or more radial cuts in the morning.
Collection Nate. It was born already in the 21st century, when the fashion for large accessories and brutal design reached its peak. Almost all models from this collection have a chronograph function. On the metal case of most of the watches in the collection there is a bezel with a five-second graduation.
Within a few years, "sapphire" glasses have overwhelmingly replaced their predecessors with the most quality watches. These are synthetic sapphires of high hardness - class 9, diamond - 10, so they are minimally susceptible to scratches and tearing. There are different thicknesses of glasses, thanks to the characteristics of the watch that will "defend". Coated or bowed sapphire crystals are almost always treated with anti-reflection agents to ensure brightness and better readability on the dial.
These goggles have a significantly higher cost than others and there are some problems if broken. First, due to its molecular structure, the sapphire crystal literally breaks down, and tiny fragments and dangerous dust can be "subdued" through the holes of the date and sphere, sometimes creating a stop motion. This will include, in addition to replacing the glass itself, a complete dismantling and revision of the watch, which will lead to double expenses. That being said, a perfectly glossy, shiny, scratch-free interior with effective anti-reflective coating, blemishes and regular edges will give the appearance of a new and well-maintained object to the base dial and watch.
Perfect Boyfriend Collection was created after the previous one and became a symbol of undeniable sexual equality. Not only men to be fashionable. For those who are tired of wearing small elegant watches, this collection is what you need.
Conversely, scratched surfaces, obvious marks, translucent stains, broken or rounded edges will cause neglect and confusion for all watches. Tips are few, but necessary. First of all, periodically check if there are any visible marks on or inside the glass, as they indicate the presence of cracks, in which case the waterproofing of the watch may be affected, dangerous impurities may enter the movement and therefore wear some mechanical parts. In the case of sapphire crystals, the procedure to be followed is as follows: after blocking the balls - removing the wristwatch of the watch - contact the watchmaker immediately, who will know what to do.
Sport Collection- here, it would seem, everything is clear, but the design is presented with the brand's invariable zest. Maximum measurement time 59 minutes 59 seconds per ADD mode. The watch is equipped with a leather strap with metal studs and a buckle.
Georgia Collection- for bright women who like to be different every day. No wonder, because in addition to stylish unusual watches, you get 3-4 additional interchangeable straps!
Do not believe anyone who says that sapphire glasses are destructible or completely incomprehensible: it is not true that they are definitely the most reliable and less prone to wear, but even if they hit, they show their “weaknesses”. On the DIY side, to polish unbreakable glasses, there are many ways, from the use of abrasive pastes, sandpaper and felt, duraclite, sidol and cotton, and the success rate of each propaganda to its own mix, all with a large surface consumption, hence the weakening of the glass , less resistance than the same but happy to see it almost new.
Collection Kaleido will appeal to the youngest and most technologically advanced buyers. The clock is distinguished by a liquid crystal screen on the dial, which displays the time in an interesting way. All models also have an arrow indication.
Obviously, given the low cost of these goggles, we recommend replacing it. Sapphire crystal, on the other hand, as well as mineral glass, alas, does not shine. In short, yes. So why do they have such good prices? The answer is quite simple if we look at the watches they have in their portfolio. Watches are produced under the license of various fashion houses: Bigotti Milan, Diagora, Esprit, Guess, Tommy Hilfiger, Lee Cooper. They have a trivial quartz movement and are all the way to the shops. Being massive, it is easy to get a discount from the manufacturer.
Like any Japanese thing, they are reliable, but they have a rather trivial design. Miyota's internal mechanism is likely to last in a person's life. Being massive, again a significant reduction can be achieved. Don't get me wrong, just because they're Chinese doesn't necessarily mean they're bad. The mechanics are not that bad, the Chinese only scream about oils that move the pieces in motion.
Despite the fact that their products are ultra-modern and fashionable, watch models are often presented in a retro style of the 50s, which is undoubtedly the uniqueness of the brand.
In most models, the company's manufacturers use durable, but inexpensive materials. So instead of sapphire put mineral or plastic glasses, which are not only cheaper, but also stronger. After all, not everyone knows that sapphire crystals are firmly protected only from scratches, but they are inferior to others in terms of fragility. And for an active lifestyle of young people, strength is the main indicator in hours. Also, all watches are equipped with water protection and backlight. In classic men's models, the case is made of stainless steel, bronze and colored ceramics with steel or leather bracelets.
My problem is that they are too expensive and the money goes all the way to beautiful stories. Concerning swiss watches, they can be bought if you know what you are giving money for. And if you see them on a super offer, imagine that this is actually their real price.
They use different movements depending on the model, either Japanese quartz movements, low cost Swiss movements or Chinese movements. Therefore, there is no doubt whether they are original or not. As for the price, do not forget that they have been reduced from hundreds of thousands of lei. Are these watches worth the money?
For the manufacture of female models, metals with a special coating are used that do not darken and do not corrode, as well as genuine leather and leatherette of various shades and structures. Often used inlaid with rhinestones and Swarovski crystals. In its own way, it is a challenge to the expensive models of competitors working with diamonds.
It's the customer's decision if it's worth it or not. The target fossil is represented by males and females ranging in age from 18 to 35 years old, with active and varied lifestyles.
- Fossil consumers are aware of fashion trends, but they are not fashion victims.
- He wants to look good, but does not accept pretentious style.
- Fashion also does not need to design those who want it, but who it is.
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Before proceeding with the review of Fossil watches, I suggest that you familiarize yourself with the history of the brand and, in general, what kind of watches this company offers. The company takes its start in 1984. At that time, the main trend was to pay more attention not to the design of watches, but to their functionality. Fossil watches tried not to make omissions in the field of design, so the watches turned out to be fashionable and of high quality. The founders of the company are two brothers Tom and Costa Kartsotista. The aim of the brothers was to create fashion watches, and this goal was successfully achieved. After all, a team of 80 designers was involved in the creation of fashionable watches in the company. Nothing escapes their attentive gaze, from the development of the image of the watch itself, to the design of the watch packaging.
Nothing beats the art of Swiss precision, the world knows they make the finest watches. This brand is one of the most extensive in the world, with 150 countries and over 000 locations. Langins are known for their ambassadors, including Aishwarya Rai. Its winged logo is the oldest watch mark.
Fossil is a tactic with American precision. Tom and Kosta Kartsotis are two brothers who own about 30% of Fossil and the name seems to come from the nickname they gave to their father. Currently, two brothers, Tom Kartsotis and Kosta Kartsotis, own about 30% of their shares. The company name is a nickname given to him by his two fathers.
A significant moment in the development of the company was the signing of contracts for the production and sale of such famous watches as the Walt Disney Company, DKNY, Diesel, Emporio Armani, Philippe Starck. In 2001, another transaction took place, completing the acquisition cycle of three companies located in Switzerland. The new acquisitions have allowed Fossil to expand its manufacturing and Swiss watchmaking capabilities. In 2002, Fossil buys the Burberry trademark license and Zodiac trademark rights.
It is worth noting that during the formation of the company and then for a significant part of its existence, Fossil used Chinese quartz movements for its watches, which allowed the watch to be available on the market and impose competition on other models. But in 2013, the Fossil Automatic collection was released with a Swiss automatic movement installed inside. This Swiss automatic movement has 26 jewels, beats at 28,800 vibrations per hour and has a power reserve of 46 hours. In fact, this mechanism is a clone of ETA 2824. Also, some Fossil models have a mechanism in which the minute and hour hands are controlled by a quartz movement, and the automatic movement sets the second hand in motion, just such watches will be presented in our detailed review below. 
Wrist watch Fossil companies offer a wide range of models designed for a wide audience. Young people who love new technologies and modern design will receive a digital wrist watch with a liquid crystal screen and animation capabilities. Men will find brutal, strict and classic models here, while women will be able to choose a new accessory for their outfits among a variety of colorful models with unique designs.
The key to the success of the company is that, along with the excellent design of watches, they use high quality materials for the production of cases, straps and bracelets. Due to this, the watches are popular earlier and now.
Let's move on to the review of the Fossil Twist Grant ME1114 watch
This model, as mentioned above, half quartz, half mechanical. The decision is very unusual and what prompted to make such a watch is unknown, it is similar to the decision of a person who woke up early and said: "Let's make an automatic watch and quartz." The actual timekeeping is carried out using a quartz movement that sets the hour and minute hands in motion. Automatic movement sets the second hand in motion, and the mechanism itself can be observed through a partially skeletonized dial. If you are looking for something unusual, then this watch is for you, probably this was the bet.
Fossil Twist Grant ME1114 Key Features
Price: $175
Case material: rose gold plated stainless steel.
Dimensions: diameter 44mm, thickness 14mm, strap width 22mm.
Movement: Quartz/Mechanics hybrid
Glass: mineral
Water resistance: 50 meters
Manufacturer: USA
Battery: 3-5 years
Aesthetics and functionality of the Fossil Twist Grant ME1114 watch
There is no doubt that the watch looks good. The model has a very advantageous combination of colors, a black dial, a rose gold-colored case and a dark brown strap. All this adds style and status to the watch. This model looks like the watch is worth much more than the real price. The watch comes in a standard box for the company, nothing special or unique has been developed for this model.
The clasp on the strap is made in rose gold tone, like the watch case. A pleasant fact is that after several months of wear, the surface of the watch and the clasp, with the exception of a couple of small scratches, remained practically undamaged, which portends a long quality wearing. The crown of the Fossil Twist Grant ME1114 is not in its usual place at 3 o'clock, but at 12 o'clock. This subtle change changes the look of the watch quite significantly, leaving the sides of the watch free. Snobs will probably find this change unnecessary and repulsive, but I personally think that this element makes the watch unique.
But what makes this watch unique? Is not sport watch with special features or technologies, do not contain the Fossil Twist Grant watch and special movement. Most Likely, This Watch Provides Aesthetics mechanical watch with excellent design at a relatively low price. At the same time, it should not be forgotten that this is quartz watch and $175 is far from the cheapest quartz, but naturally not the most expensive either. But for $175, the combination of a brown crocodile leather strap, a rose gold-colored case, and a dark gray dial makes for a great look.
The negative characteristic of this watch is rather difficult readability, you may not immediately see the hands themselves, especially in conditions of limited visibility, since the sub-dial with the hour and minute hands occupy only 50% of the main dial. Also, the luminescent coating leaves much to be desired, in complete darkness their glow is so small that it is almost impossible to distinguish the time.
Conclusion on the Fossil Twist Grant ME1114
This watch is a prime example of how the watch looks, not the complexity of its movement, matters. At the same time, an accurate quartz movement is installed inside the watch. Great design and if you want a watch with a great appearance then this is your model. The experience of six months of wearing showed that the strap did not show much aging, it also touches the watch case and glass. At the same time, the weak side is the very weak luminescent coating of the watch, as well as the small size of the sub-dial with the hour and minute hands.
Wear your watch and enjoy your accurate, reliable and beautiful accessory. You can find other popular watches in the review.
Fossil Watch Review
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Before proceeding with the review of Fossil watches, I suggest that you familiarize yourself with the history of the brand and, in general, what kind of watches this company offers. The company takes its start in 1984. At that time, the main trend was to pay more attention not to the design of watches, but to their functionality. Fossil watches tried not to make omissions...