Safira 99

A dress watch is an elegant, slim-profile timepiece designed to be worn with formal attire, such as business suits or evening wear. Unlike sports watches, dress watches focus on minimalism and sophistication.

For Men: It must be thin enough to slide easily under a shirt cuff (the "Cuff Test").

For Women: It often acts as jewelry, featuring refined materials or faceted glass to complement evening outfits.

Key Features: Simple dials, leather or mesh straps, and a lack of bulky buttons or bezels.

Yes, quartz watches are known for "high accuracy." Because the quartz crystal vibrates at such a stable and high frequency, they are typically much more accurate than mechanical watches, often varying by only a few seconds per month.

It works through a circuit: a battery sends electricity to a quartz crystal, causing it to oscillate (vibrate) 32,768 times per second. A microchip detects these vibrations and converts them into regular electric pulses (one per second). These pulses drive a stepping motor, which turns the gears and moves the watch hands.

A quartz watch is a timepiece powered by a battery rather than a wound spring. The "quartz movement" refers to the internal engine of the watch, which uses a tiny crystal of quartz mineral to regulate time. This crystal vibrates at a very precise frequency when electricity is passed through it, ensuring high accuracy.

Measure your wrist circumference, then compare the case diameter and strap length in the product specifications. Case shape, lug-to-lug length, thickness and personal style also affect how a watch wears, so diameter alone is only a guide. A smaller case usually looks discreet; a larger case makes a stronger statement. Choose the proportions that feel comfortable and suit your style.

A watch may be labelled “Swiss Made” only if it meets Swiss legal requirements. Its movement must be Swiss, the movement must be cased in Switzerland, the completed watch must be inspected in Switzerland, and at least 60% of the manufacturing costs of the watch as a whole must be generated in Switzerland. Jowissa watches are assembled and quality-controlled in Bettlach, Switzerland.

A mother-of-pearl dial is crafted from the iridescent inner layer of certain mollusk shells, primarily oysters and abalone. This natural material is prized for its unique visual properties, exhibiting a shimmering play of colors that can include whites, creams, pinks, blues and greens. The exact hues and patterns vary from one piece to another, making each mother-of-pearl dial truly individual.  

What makes a mother-of-pearl dial special is its inherent beauty and the way it interacts with light. The nacreous structure of the shell refracts light, creating a subtle, dynamic luster that shifts as the viewing angle changes. This gives each watch dial a distinctive and luxurious character.  

At Jowissa, we often feature mother-of-pearl dials in our ladies' collections to enhance the elegance and sophistication of our timepieces. The natural iridescence complements our design aesthetic, adding a touch of unique artistry to each watch. Due to the organic nature of the material, every Jowissa watch with a mother-of-pearl dial is a one-of-a-kind piece, showcasing the beauty of the natural world.

No. Watches tested to 5 ATM are designed to withstand rain, perspiration and brief contact with water. They are not intended for swimming or diving. For water activities, choose a model with a rating specifically suited to that use and follow its product specifications.

Yes. Synthetic sapphire crystal is extremely hard and highly resistant to everyday scratches. It is not completely scratch-proof, however: materials of equal or greater hardness, including diamond and some abrasives, can still mark it. Check the product specifications to confirm whether a particular Jowissa model uses sapphire crystal.

Most of our Jowissa watch crystals are made with mineral glass. Think of it like the glass in your windows, but a bit tougher. It can handle everyday wear and tear pretty well and is more scratch resistant than regular plastic.

However, just like anything made of glass, it's not completely scratch-proof. Really hard or sharp things could potentially leave a mark.

For some of our more premium collections, we also use sapphire crystal. Sapphire is very tough! It's much harder than mineral glass and offers even better scratch resistance. You'll usually find this mentioned in the specific watch description if it has a sapphire crystal.

Let's summarize:
Mineral glass (most Jowissa watches): Good scratch resistance for daily use.
Sapphire crystal (some premium models): Excellent scratch resistance, very durable.

To keep your Jowissa Watch looking its best, it's still a good idea to be mindful of bumps and scrapes against hard surfaces.