In horology, a tourbillion (/ tʊərˈbɪljən /) or tourbillon (/ tʊərbɪˈjɒn /; French: [tuʁbijɔ̃] "whirlwind") is an addition to the mechanics of a watch escapement to increase accuracy.

A tourbillon is a mechanical complication found in the movements of certain high-end mechanical watches. It was invented during the era or the pocket watch and is both hypnotic and …

Nov 22, 2018 · How does a tourbillon work? At its most basic level, a tourbillon is a rotating cage that contains the entire balance with its spring, escape wheel, and lever. This cage is usually …

Aug 20, 2023 · A “tourbillon,” derived from the Latin word “turbo” meaning “spinning top” or “whirlwind,” is a specialized mechanism in horology where the escapement and balance wheel …

Feb 10, 2025 · What is Tourbillon? A tourbillon is a sophisticated mechanism designed to improve the accuracy of mechanical watches. Invented by Abraham-Louis Breguet in 1801, the …

Jun 21, 2024 · From its infancy in a Breguet letter to the latest triple-axis wonder, we explore the history of the tourbillon.

Discover the history of the tourbillon from its invention in 1801 to how it has changed to modern watchmaking. Explore cheap and expensive tourbillon models.

Sep 27, 2024 · The tourbillon is a regulating mechanism — an essential part of any watch — that consists of the balance wheel, balance screw, escape wheel and lever all encased within a …

Sep 26, 2025 · With a little help from Jaeger-LeCoultre, we uncover the workings of the tourbillon. The purpose of Breguet’s inspired creation was to combat the poise errors found in the …

Mar 14, 2025 · The tourbillon, a marvel of horological engineering, is one of the most revered complications in high-end watchmaking. The tourbillon was designed to counteract the effects …