How do I wind my watch?

Turn the small crown gently between your thumb and forefinger until you feel slight resistance. Stop immediately to avoid damaging the internal spring. Because these movements are miniature, handle the crown with care and avoid over-winding.

Can I wear this every day?

These delicate timepieces were constructed for evening social events rather than rugged daily wear. The tiny components and intricate gemstone settings require mindful treatment. Reserve the watch for special occasions to protect the mechanical movement and delicate platinum mounts from impact.

Are these watches water resistant?

Vintage cocktail watches offer no modern water resistance protections. Moisture can easily seep past the crown or crystal and damage the delicate metal components inside. Keep the watch entirely away from water, hand washing, and rain.

How do I clean the diamonds?

Use a very soft dry brush to sweep away dust caught within the metal settings. Avoid soaking antique pieces in liquid cleaners. Professional jewellers should handle deeper cleaning to ensure the tiny stones remain secure in their old mountings.