Regulatory documents and standards in the watch industry

English language sources

1. ISO/TC 114 - Watchmaking:

• ISO 22810:2010 - Water resistant watches
• ISO 6425 - Diving watches
• ISO/TR 10219:1989 - Watch batteries - Dimensions, requirements and marking
• ISO/TR 10220:1989 - Watch batteries - Leakage tests
• ISO 3159 - Time measuring instruments - Wrist chronometers with balance spring generator.
• ISO 764 - Antimagnetic watches
• ISO 1413 - Shock resistant watches
• ISO 3160-2 - Watch cases and accessories - Gold alloy coatings
• ISO 10553 - Time measuring instruments - Designation of control positions
• ISO 10555 - Time measuring instruments - Case diameters of circular movements
• ISO 10556 - Time-measuring instruments - Wristwatch cases - Dimensions of bracelet fastenings.
• ISO 10557 - Time measuring instruments - Classification, numbering system and nomenclature of watch and clock components
• ISO 10558 - Time measuring instruments - Conditions for testing radioluminescent deposits

2. American Watchmakers and Horologists Institute (AWCI):

Standards and Practice for Watchmakers. Sets out minimum standards for watchmakers, including proper lubrication, cleanliness, and condition of components.

3. COSC (Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres):

Chronometer certification - confirms the precision and accuracy of Swiss chronometer mechanisms.

4. Geneva Seal (Poinçon de Genève):

Certification of movements assembled, adjusted and cased in Geneva, with emphasis on decoration, finish and functionality.

5. Certification of the Fleurier Quality Foundation:

QUALITE FLEURIER - requires COSC certification, design and finishing standards, and passing the Chronofiable and Fleuritest tests.

6. METAS (Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology):

Master Chronometer Certification – Applies to finished watches, requiring COSC certification and eight tests simulating real-life conditions.

Russian language sources

1. GOST 10733-98 - Mechanical wristwatches and pocket watches. General specifications.

Covers classification, basic parameters and dimensions, as well as general technical requirements for mechanical wristwatches and pocket watches.

2. GOST 23350-98 - Electronic wristwatches and pocket watches. General specifications.

Covers the classification, main parameters and dimensions, as well as general technical requirements for quartz electronic wrist and pocket watches with digital display.

3. GOST 26294-84 - Wristwatches and pocket watches. Test methods.

Describes testing methods for wristwatches and pocket watches, including practicality, durability, and antimagnetic properties.

4. GOST 50724-94 - Wristwatches and pocket watches. General specifications.

General technical conditions for wristwatches and pocket watches are established, including requirements for materials, shape and quality.

These regulations and standards cover a wide range of aspects of the watch industry, from technical requirements and testing methods to certification and compliance.

English language sources

1. ISO/TC 114 - Horology:

• ISO 22810:2010 - Water-resistant watches
• ISO 6425 - Divers' watches
• ISO/TR 10219:1989 - Batteries for watches — Dimensions, requirements and marking
• ISO/TR 10220:1989 - Batteries for watches — Leakage tests
• ISO 3159 - Timekeeping instruments — Wrist-chronometers with spring balance oscillator
• ISO 764 - Antimagnetic watches
• ISO 1413 - Shock-resistant watches
• ISO 3160-2 - Watch cases and accessories — Gold alloy coverings
• ISO 10553 - Timekeeping instruments — Symbolization of control positions
• ISO 10555 - Timekeeping instruments — Casing diameters for round movements
• ISO 10556 - Timekeeping instruments — Wristwatch cases — Dimensions of fastening elements for bracelets
• ISO 10557 - Timekeeping instruments — Classification and numbering system and nomenclature of components for watches and clocks
• ISO 10558 - Time measurement instruments — Conditions for carrying out checks on radioluminescent deposits

2. American Watchmakers-Clockmakers Institute (AWCI):

Standards & Practices for Watchmakers- Outlines minimum standards for watchmakers, including proper lubrication, cleanliness, and condition of components.

3. COSC (Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres):

Chronometer Certification- Certifies the accuracy and precision of Swiss chronometer movements.

4. Geneva Seal (Poinçon de Genève):

Certification for movements assembled, adjusted, and cased in Geneva, focusing on decoration, finishing, and functionality.

5. Fleurier Quality Foundation Certification:

QUALITE FLEURIER- Requires COSC certification, decoration, and finishing standards, and passing the Chronofiable test and Fleuritest.

6. METAS (Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology):

Master Chronometer Certification - Applies to finished watches, requiring COSC certification and passing eight tests simulating real-life conditions.

Russian language sources

1. GOST 10733-98 - Mechanical wristwatches and pocket watches. General specifications.

Covers classification, basic parameters and dimensions, as well as general technical requirements for mechanical wristwatches and pocket watches.

2. GOST 23350-98 - Electronic wristwatches and pocket watches. General specifications.

Covers classification, basic parameters and dimensions, as well as general technical requirements for electronic quartz wrist and pocket watches with digital display.

3. GOST 26294-84 - Wristwatches and pocket watches. Test methods.

Describes test methods for wristwatches and pocket watches, including tests for water resistance, shock resistance, and antimagnetic properties.

4. GOST 50724-94 - Wristwatches and pocket watches. General specifications.

Establishes general technical conditions for wristwatches and pocket watches, including requirements for materials, construction and quality.

These regulations and standards cover a wide range of aspects of the watch industry, from technical requirements and testing methods to certification and quality standards.