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Cameron's Early Watch Passion
- Cameron Weiss started watchmaking after enjoying wearing a cheap plastic watch as a kid.
- His early interest grew into a passion that led him to watchmaking school and eventually owning a company.
Traits for Watchmaking Success
- Success in watchmaking requires excellent eyesight, steady hands, and ability to focus for hours.
- Watchmaking schools select students based on patience and learning ability to handle delicate, repetitive work.
Mechanical vs Quartz Watches
- Mechanical watches run on springs that store energy, while quartz watches use batteries and quartz crystals.
- Quartz crystals oscillate electronically to keep time and are more accurate but less artisanal.