The world of horology - collectively the study and measurement of time and the art of making clocks and watches - is a fascinating one. This guide serves as an introduction to this captivating world and the diligent reader should gain a good grounding in the fundamentals of this wondrous pursuit. Topics covered include: The measurement of time, the wristwatch and its origins, the reasons for owning a watch, the types of watch movements, the types of watch styles, a look at watch complications, and starting a watch collection.