Why do clocks run clockwise

[amphr1]

Wow I thought I knew almost everything about watches as an enthusiast, but never pondered the most basic question and Niel deGrasse Tyson makes it fun to become more knowledgeable!

Sorry if it isn't Rolex specific but thought everyone should view this episode.

https://youtu.be/P5rBJ746F1g

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[Mr. K]

Thanks for posting.

If you don't have 15 minutes to spare. Here's the quick answer.

Before the advent of clocks, we used sundials. In the northern hemisphere, the shadows rotated in the direction we now call “clockwise.” The clock hands were built to mimic the natural movement of the sun. If clocks had been invented in the southern hemisphere, “clockwise” would mean just the opposite.

[Moondoggy]

Originally Posted by Mr. K

Thanks for posting.

If you don't have 15 minutes to spare. Here's the quick answer.

Before the advent of clocks, we used sundials. In the northern hemisphere, the shadows rotated in the direction we now call “clockwise.” The clock hands were built to mimic the natural movement of the sun. If clocks had been invented in the southern hemisphere, “clockwise” would mean just the opposite.

Head does hurt a bit.

[TheVTCGuy]

Originally Posted by Mr. K

Thanks for posting.

If you don't have 15 minutes to spare. Here's the quick answer.

Before the advent of clocks, we used sundials. In the northern hemisphere, the shadows rotated in the direction we now call “clockwise.” The clock hands were built to mimic the natural movement of the sun. If clocks had been invented in the southern hemisphere, “clockwise” would mean just the opposite.

Thanks Mark, I owe you 15 minutes

[RTG]

Originally Posted by Mr. K

Thanks for posting.

If you don't have 15 minutes to spare. Here's the quick answer.

Before the advent of clocks, we used sundials. In the northern hemisphere, the shadows rotated in the direction we now call “clockwise.” The clock hands were built to mimic the natural movement of the sun. If clocks had been invented in the southern hemisphere, “clockwise” would mean just the opposite.

A man who values time.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Mr. K

Thanks for posting.

If you don't have 15 minutes to spare. Here's the quick answer.

Before the advent of clocks, we used sundials. In the northern hemisphere, the shadows rotated in the direction we now call “clockwise.” The clock hands were built to mimic the natural movement of the sun. If clocks had been invented in the southern hemisphere, “clockwise” would mean just the opposite.

Time is money, where do I send the check?

Thank you Mark, had never pondered this question

[BOA]

I feel "Clock Wiser." Thanks!

[TheVTCGuy]

Because if they didn’t they would never show the correct time.



HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA




Oh gosh… I crack myself up

[amphr1]

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

Because if they didn’t they would never show the correct time.







HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA









Oh gosh… I crack myself up

Hummm someone didn't bother to actually watch the video?

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[TheVTCGuy]

Originally Posted by amphora001

Hummm someone didn't bother to actually watch the video?

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Video? What video?





Yeah yeah I got it, I am just such a funny funny guy.