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How does an automatic watch work?Updated 7 months ago

Your automatic watch works somewhat differently to a watch with Quartz movement. Because you've chosen a watch with mechanical movement, there is in this case no inbuilt battery and you'll have to first give your model a little help to get it up and running.


Before you wind it up, make sure that the crown is in the normal position, which means fully pressed against the case. In order to get your watch operating, turn the crown 40 times in a clockwise direction and your watch will run for approximately 42 hours. If you wear your watch within this time, the running time is extended because the clockwork will be automatically wound up via the motion of your body.


In case your model has a variety of functions, e.g. a date display or a dual time display, get to know these functions in advance in order to maximize the full potential of your watch.

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