How do I wind a vintage mechanical watch?

Gently rotate the crown clockwise between your thumb and forefinger until you feel increasing resistance, stopping immediately to avoid over-winding the mainspring. Most manual pieces require this daily interaction to maintain continuous operation throughout the day.

Are these watches water resistant?

Vintage timepieces lack modern rubber gaskets and modern screw-down sealing techniques. Contact with moisture will damage the internal metal components and ruin the dial. Keep these watches entirely away from water, rain, and hand-washing splashes during daily wear.

Can I wear a vintage watch daily?

These mechanical instruments function reliably for regular daily use provided they receive proper care and routine servicing by a trained horologist. Avoid wearing them during strenuous physical activities or heavy manual labour. Treat the delicate mechanical movement with greater care than a modern quartz battery watch.

What is a bumper automatic?

A bumper automatic utilises an internal oscillating weight that does not rotate in a full circle, instead bouncing against internal springs to tension the mainspring as the wearer moves their wrist. Wearers can feel a distinct gentle tap on the wrist as the rotor swings back and forth.