There is a constant war going on in the watch world. It is a conflict between advocates of Swiss watches (which seems obvious) and fans of Japanese technology (which is not so obvious anymore). Do they have a reason to clash? Is there a really significant difference between Japanese and Swiss watches?

The element that most affects the quality of a watch is of course its interior, i.e. the movement, whether quartz or automatic. Many people think that the Swiss ETA movements are of the highest quality - their efficiency and accuracy, as well as a low failure rate, are widely known.

The Japanese movements, Miyota, show that they are a serious threat to ETA movements. The Miyota movement is used in extremely popular Q&Q watches and many other brands. Moreover, many people also believe that watches equipped with Miyota movement are much more durable than models with other types of mechanism. Such beliefs are popular among the watch owners, whose watches have been damaged by water. Watches equipped with the Miyota movement, however, could still function efficiently after drying and replacing the batteries. If you want to know more, read about the differences between ETA, Ronda and Miyota movements.

The style of Swiss and Japanese watches

The style of individual watch brands is also important. It is widely believed that Swiss brands only offer elegant and vintage-style watches, while Japanese brands make more sporty-looking models. Is it true? In fact, nothing could be further from the truth. Japanese watches also stand out for their elegant and substantial designs. Check out the luxury collection of Seiko watches.

Meanwhile, Swiss manufacturers, in addition to extremely stylish and elegant collections such as Davosa Piano or Ball Trainmaster, also offer sports watches. These timepieces can also be found, for example, in the Aviator Mig-35 collection.

Are there any differences between Swiss and Japanese watches?

There are some differences between these watches, but they are nuances that only a skilled eye can identify. There is no difference, however, between their quality. The models from both countries are distinguished by their extraordinary accuracy and precision of manufacture, and therefore they are perfect for elegant and sport outfits. Due to the domination of European culture and its standards, Japanese watchmakers have adapted their watches to the trends of our region, making some collections almost indistinguishable from the European ones. Only real watch lovers will recognize the differences in tiny elements of the watch’s construction and will be able to determine their origin without specifying the brand itself.

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