Bezels Demystified: Dive, GMT, Tachymeter & More | The Classroom

What is a watch bezel, and why is it so important? 🕰️ Master watchmaker Michael Michaels takes you on a deep dive into the fascinating world of bezels. From decorative fixed bezels to functional rotating designs, he explains their construction, uses, and materials. Learn about iconic bezels from brands like Rolex, Breitling, Blancpain, and more! 📜 Topics covered: * What is a bezel, and how does it work? * Dive bezels: Timing your underwater adventures * GMT bezels: Tracking multiple time zones * Materials: From ceramic to carbon fiber * Special bezels like tachymeters and slide rule calculators Share your favorite bezel design in the comments, and don’t forget to like and subscribe for more expert insights! Please Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@the1916company/?sub_confirmation=1 View hundreds of hands-on luxury watch reviews at The 1916 Company Watch Reviews channel: https://www.youtube.com/@the1916companywatchreviews/?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the1916company BUY WATCHES HERE: https://www.the1916company.com #luxurywatches #watchbezels #Rolex #watchdesign #GMTwatch #divewatch #horology #watchmaking #wristwatch 0:00 Intro: Exploring Watch Bezels 0:09 What is a Bezel? Decorative & Functional Uses 1:30 Fixed Bezels: Telemeter, Pulse Meter & More 1:56 Rotating Bezels: Single vs. Bi-Directional Explained 2:36 Dive Bezels: Timing Submersion & Decompression 3:11 Bezel Materials: Steel, Ceramic, Carbon Fiber & More 4:07 Tachymeters: Measu