Thursday, September 20, 2012

Ways In Which Station Clocks Are Important

By Ava McCormick


Time is among the most precious assets discovered by man. Constantly diminishing in volume, it increases exponentially, and as a result, those who have mastered its efficient use are held in high regard by the society. The punctual are admired and the tardy are shunned, hence necessitating the need for the invention of timepieces. Station clocks are some of the examples of the many clocks available.

Various names exist to describe this valuable asset. These range from the scientific metronomes and chronometers, to the most common watches, to the archaically classic sundials and hourglasses. Countless proverbs, phrases and idioms are in reference to time, highlighting its revered position in the list of the most prized creations human beings came up with.

Having a clock in the house gives a much needed boost to the decor, owing to the air of opulence and character it effuses. Punctuality and the perception of time should be virtues bred from the homestead. They are not virtues for the idle, as some misconstrued notion supported by the tardy goes by. Ranging from the expensive classics to the cheap modern functional ones, they all serve the highly regarded purpose, measuring time.

The dials are set to fit all tastes and preferences, and may be Roman or English numerical. The clocks come in various sizes, ranging from the entry level six inch diameter, to the very showy eighteen inch diameter. Metallic, plastic or wooden, there is a chronometer for everyone, and may be hung on a wall, mounted on a desk or a corner, the perfect accessory.

The concept of the scarcity of time is etched in history. The sundials of the Greeks and Romans, to the sand hourglasses of yore to the star gazers are all testaments to this fact. The aura of class and opulent antiquity is bound to be created by introducing a station clock in any room of your house.

Effects of technology on the conveniences of life today have not been lost on timepieces. Evolutions and revolutions in battery technology, display quality and clarity have ensured that watches and clocks have come from the inaccurate, bulky and unclear devices to the beautiful specimens of science we have today. Quartz operated, battery operated and with super clear displays characterizes the chronometers of our generation. For instance, Light Emitting Diode technology, easy on the eyes, and cautious on battery consumption has been applied to metronomes, leading to unassailable battery life.

This is the ideal gift, and one should consider the following factors including, the operation and mechanism, as well as the display features. One should also go for the longest battery life available for that cadre of timepiece. This feature should be coupled with relative ease of replacement, as a broken clock is always an embarrassing sight.

The fusion of aesthetic and design with functionality is evident in the station clocks. The concept of time should not be ignored and its perception and application should be evident in all aspects of life. So, go on and grab one from the home or office.




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