The Naked Watchmaker

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What is T0, T1, T2 & T3 ?

T0 to T4 are terms used in the Watch Industry to describe the different stages of assembly of a wrist watch.


T zero (T0)  pre-assembly of bridges, main-plates and small components.


T one (T1)  assembly of the movement and final adjustments


T two (T2) casing up of the assembled movement with the dial, hands and placed in the case.


T three (T3) adding the bracelet or strap, and buckle, presentation box and certificates etc


For more detail on how movements are made click here.