How do I wind a manual watch?

Wind the crown gently in a clockwise direction until you feel slight resistance. Stop immediately to avoid damaging the internal mainspring. Most vintage pieces require daily winding at the same time to maintain accurate timekeeping throughout use.

Are these watches waterproof?

Vintage timepieces lack modern gasket sealing standards. Moisture can easily compromise the delicate internal mechanics and dial. Keep these watches away from water, rain and humidity entirely to preserve the movement and casing.

What is an automatic movement?

An automatic movement winds itself using the kinetic energy from the movement of your arm. An internal weighted rotor turns to tension the spring. This mechanism removes the need for manual daily winding while the watch remains in regular wear.

How often need they be serviced?

Mechanical watches require periodic cleaning and lubrication of the gears every few years to prevent wear. Professional watchmakers dismantle the movement to replace degraded oils. Regular servicing ensures the internal components function smoothly and keeps timekeeping accurate.