chronograph
noun
chro·no·graph
ˈkrä-nə-ˌgraf 
ˈkrō-
: an instrument for measuring and recording time intervals: such as
a
: an instrument having a revolving drum on which a stylus makes marks
b
: stopwatch
also
: a watch incorporating the functions of a stopwatch
c
: an instrument for measuring the time of flight of projectiles
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But today Bloom’s go-to style is a Porsche chronograph.
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Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 24 July 2025
From the very first straight-lug cased Speedy in 1957 to the modern white-dial iteration, this incredible chronograph has shaped the horological landscape unlike perhaps any other model from any other brand.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 23 July 2025
This feature allows the chronograph hands to reset to zero and restart instantly with a single press.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
While this latest Vacheron Constantin is far from being a sports watch, the delightfully green central chronograph seconds hand lends a modern vibe.
—Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 25 June 2025
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Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 24 July 2025
From the very first straight-lug cased Speedy in 1957 to the modern white-dial iteration, this incredible chronograph has shaped the horological landscape unlike perhaps any other model from any other brand.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 23 July 2025
This feature allows the chronograph hands to reset to zero and restart instantly with a single press.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
While this latest Vacheron Constantin is far from being a sports watch, the delightfully green central chronograph seconds hand lends a modern vibe.
—Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 25 June 2025
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“Chronograph.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chronograph. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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chronograph
noun
chro·no·graph
ˈkrän-ə-ˌgraf
ˈkrō-nə-
: an instrument for measuring and recording stretches of time with exactness
Medical Definition
chronograph
noun
chro·no·graph
ˈkrän-ə-ˌgraf, ˈkrō-nə-
: an instrument for measuring and recording time intervals: as
a
: an instrument having a revolving drum on which a stylus makes marks
b
: a watch incorporating the functions of a stopwatch
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