Setting the date on a mechanical watch. Quartz watch

There are two types of mechanics: self-winding and without self-winding. Let's figure out what the differences are.

Mechanical watches, as already said, operate using the energy of an unwinding spring.

The spring, unwinding, imparts energy to the mechanism. Accordingly, we need the clock to be constantly wound (and the spring is compressed) in order for the clock to run. Non-automatic watches must be manually wound periodically. Usually no more than once a day, there are mechanical watches that need to be wound even once every 10 days, such is the powerful spring and thoughtful design, but these are rare, expensive watch models.

Most often, mechanical watches are equipped with a pendulum, which rotates due to gravity and gradually winds the watch.

A watch with such a mechanism does not need to be wound if you wear it every day all day long. Therefore, when choosing a watch, pay attention to what kind of mechanism it has; automatic watches are more practical.

How to wind a wristwatch?

To wind a wristwatch, you need to rotate the crown away from you (clockwise). Often the head itself is also screwed into the case for additional moisture protection of the watch mechanism. To unscrew the crown from the case, you need to twist it toward yourself or counterclockwise; to tighten it, you need to simultaneously press the crown against the case and screw it clockwise. After you unscrew it, make sure that the head is completely unscrewed and is in the factory position. After this, you need to turn the crown clockwise to wind it. Some mechanisms have a stupor - as soon as the watch is wound, the crown no longer turns, if there is no stupor, wind the watch within 1 minute, this is enough to fully wind the watch.

How to set the date on a mechanical watch?

To set the date in the window on a mechanical watch, you need to set the watch's crown to the position 1

This position will allow you to change the date quickly and not rotate the hands for a full 24 hours. You need to rotate the head either only from yourself, or only towards yourself. It depends on the watch model. Please note that you should not set the date if the clock hands show the time from 20:00 to 5:00. In order for the date to be rearranged at 00:00 o'clock, and not at 12:00 noon, you must first understand what time the clock hands are showing, scroll the time in a circle past 12:00, if the date has not been rearranged, it means it's the second half of the day and you can set the date , if the date has been rearranged, then the first half of the day has begun (that is, night has come 00:00 hours), scroll the arrows to the safe time and you can set the date.

How to set the time?

To set the time, turn the crown to 2 pulling it away from the body. Next, set the time by rotating the hands only “clockwise”; you cannot set the time counterclockwise, as this can lead to damage to the mechanism.

Precautionary measures.

You cannot set the date, day of the week, month and other functions of a mechanical watch from 20:00 to 5:00 according to the time on the watch. During this period of time, the watch mechanism engages in date adjustment and other functions; interference with this process may cause the mechanism to break down.

Waterproof

All replica watches, regardless of cost, have a water resistance of 3 ATM, which corresponds to household water resistance - splashes. Light penetration of moisture is allowed, after which it is necessary to immediately wipe with a dry soft cloth and remove the moisture.

Are there waterproof replica watches? If we take the classics, and not copies of specials. watches for diving, etc., then no, it doesn’t happen, all manufacturers by default set the water resistance to 3 atmospheres, since the watches are not tested for water resistance directly at the factory, unlike the originals (for example, Tag Neuer all watches go through about 60 different checks before sale). Perhaps you can swim in your watch, but no one can give you a guarantee that the watch will not fog up or, worse, “float.” If you see somewhere that in the description of copies they sign about the possibility of swimming in them, then the seller is incompetent and is only interested in selling watches. And would you sail in the originals for several hundred thousand?

Shockproof.

Mechanically, the watch can withstand light overload, such as playing golf; in case of more sudden movements, we recommend removing the watch first.

How to Set a Quartz Clock

So where do we start? First, a general overview of how quartz watches work.

A quartz watch consists of an electronic unit and a stepper motor, the operation of which is to supply an impulse every second from the unit to the motor, with the help of which the hands move. It is believed that quartz watches are more accurate, since they contain a quartz crystal, which is responsible for the pulse frequency, which is why the watch is called quartz.

A variety of watches have flooded retail counters; now quartz watches come in different colors and models, with hands or with a digital display, that is, electronic ones. The “perpetual motion machine” of the watch is the battery, so it does not require daily winding of the mechanism; you can forget about this until the battery life has expired.

Setting the exact time in a quartz watch

To do this, first of all you need to carefully pull out the crown, and in some watches you also need to unscrew it a little, and then pull it out. Next, using rotational movements, we set the hands on the watch in the correct position, the main thing is that the second hand starts counting from the number 12, and we snap or screw the crown until it stops, thereby putting it in the reverse position.

Setting the calendar in a quartz watch

We pull out the transfer head, stopping at the first click, with slow rotating movements, set yesterday's date and day of the week, as soon as the second hand touches the number 12, again pull out the transfer head until the second click and with rotating movements set the current date and day of the week. To change the date and day of the week, you need to pull the crown again until it clicks and set the correct values.

Following design features, watchmakers recommend setting or changing the date and days of the week before 9 pm and after 4 am. Please note that sometimes you will have to make manual calendar adjustments at the end of each month that does not have a 31st day, i.e. November/February/April/June/September.

If we compare quartz watches and mechanical watches, then mechanical watches lose in that they behave differently under various factors, for example, temperature changes, the number and frequency of spring winding, watch position, wear of parts, while quartz watches are not sensitive to light shocks or weather conditions and other environmental changes. Since the main thing in a quartz watch is the frequency of the pulses, and it is almost always constant, therefore, you can be sure of the accuracy of this mechanism.

Also, some quartz watches have chronometers or chronographs. Chronometers are accurate watches down to the second that do not react to external factors; their accuracy will not be affected by different positions, shocks or temperature changes. Before the watch is released, chronometers are thoroughly tested and the tested product must receive a special certificate; only after this the product can be called a chronometer.

Chronographs are no less accurate watches, but with additional small dials that display not only hours and minutes, but also fractions of seconds. Nowadays there are different models with different numbers of counters. If a quartz watch has at least one chronograph, then it should have additional buttons on the side of the case, near the transfer head, to control the chronograph.

Setting the time on a quartz chronometer

It is also necessary to pull out the transfer head, but to the maximum or third position and with slow rotations we set the exact time, as soon as the time is set, we snap the transfer head back.

Setting the date on a quartz chronometer

We set the transfer head to the second position and begin to rotate until the required date; upon completion, we return the transfer head to its original position.

Working with a chronograph on a quartz watch

First you need to start the stopwatch, press the “A” button, the second hand starts to start, to stop the countdown, you need to press the same “A” button again, when you press the “A” button again, the counter will continue counting again, and to reset all parameters you need press the “B” button.

There are two types of mechanics: self-winding and without self-winding. Let's figure out what the differences are.

Mechanical watches, as already said, operate using the energy of an unwinding spring.

The spring, unwinding, imparts energy to the mechanism. Accordingly, we need the clock to be constantly wound (and the spring is compressed) in order for the clock to run. Non-automatic watches must be manually wound periodically. Usually no more than once a day, there are mechanical watches that need to be wound even once every 10 days, such is the powerful spring and thoughtful design, but these are rare, expensive watch models.

Most often, mechanical watches are equipped with a pendulum, which rotates due to gravity and gradually winds the watch.

A watch with such a mechanism does not need to be wound if you wear it every day all day long. Therefore, when choosing a watch, pay attention to what kind of mechanism it has; automatic watches are more practical.

How to wind a wristwatch?

To wind a wristwatch, you need to rotate the crown away from you (clockwise). Often the head itself is also screwed into the case for additional moisture protection of the watch mechanism. To unscrew the crown from the case, you need to twist it toward yourself or counterclockwise; to tighten it, you need to simultaneously press the crown against the case and screw it clockwise. After you unscrew it, make sure that the head is completely unscrewed and is in the factory position. After this, you need to turn the crown clockwise to wind it. Some mechanisms have a stupor - as soon as the watch is wound, the crown no longer turns, if there is no stupor, wind the watch within 1 minute, this is enough to fully wind the watch.

How to set the date on a mechanical watch?

To set the date in the window on a mechanical watch, you need to set the watch's crown to the position 1

This position will allow you to change the date quickly and not rotate the hands for a full 24 hours. You need to rotate the head either only from yourself, or only towards yourself. It depends on the watch model. Please note that you should not set the date if the clock hands show the time from 20:00 to 5:00. In order for the date to be rearranged at 00:00 o'clock, and not at 12:00 noon, you must first understand what time the clock hands are showing, scroll the time in a circle past 12:00, if the date has not been rearranged, it means it's the second half of the day and you can set the date , if the date has been rearranged, then the first half of the day has begun (that is, night has come 00:00 hours), scroll the arrows to the safe time and you can set the date.

How to set the time?

To set the time, turn the crown to 2 pulling it away from the body. Next, set the time by rotating the hands only “clockwise”; you cannot set the time counterclockwise, as this can lead to damage to the mechanism.

Precautionary measures.

You cannot set the date, day of the week, month and other functions of a mechanical watch from 20:00 to 5:00 according to the time on the watch. During this period of time, the watch mechanism engages in date adjustment and other functions; interference with this process may cause the mechanism to break down.

Waterproof

All replica watches, regardless of cost, have a water resistance of 3 ATM, which corresponds to household water resistance - splashes. Light penetration of moisture is allowed, after which it is necessary to immediately wipe with a dry soft cloth and remove the moisture.

Are there waterproof replica watches? If we take the classics, and not copies of specials. watches for diving, etc., then no, it doesn’t happen, all manufacturers by default set the water resistance to 3 atmospheres, since the watches are not tested for water resistance directly at the factory, unlike the originals (for example, Tag Neuer all watches go through about 60 different checks before sale). Perhaps you can swim in your watch, but no one can give you a guarantee that the watch will not fog up or, worse, “float.” If you see somewhere that in the description of copies they sign about the possibility of swimming in them, then the seller is incompetent and is only interested in selling watches. And would you sail in the originals for several hundred thousand?

Shockproof.

Mechanically, the watch can withstand light overload, such as playing golf; in case of more sudden movements, we recommend removing the watch first.

Battery:

At the first sign of insufficient power (when the time is slow), you must have the battery replaced by a qualified watchmaker near you. The watch you purchased contains a battery installed by the manufacturer for testing purposes, and the life of this battery will likely be reduced compared to the standard battery.

Water protection:

Light ingress of moisture is allowed when protecting watches marked water resistance 30m (3 atm). Watches with water resistance of 5 atm. designed for swimming. From 10 atm. Immersion under water with a pressure of no more than 10 atm is allowed.

Watch care.

Never attempt to open the case or remove the back cover.

Do not expose your watch to extreme (high or low) temperatures.

Avoid rough handling of the watch and do not allow it to fall.

Do not fasten the strap too tightly. Your finger should fit between your wrist and the strap.

To clean the watch and band, use a dry, soft cloth, or a soft cloth dampened with a mild, neutral detergent and water solution. Never use products that evaporate easily (such as benzine, solvents, spray cleaners, etc.).

When you are not using your watch, store it in a dry place.

Avoid contact of the watch with gasoline, cleaning solvents, spray aerosols, adhesives, paint, etc. The chemical reactions caused by these materials damage the polishing of the case and corrode the coating on the strap.

During operation, natural abrasion of the coating on the watch case and bracelet is allowed.

Regular exposure of a leather or plastic strap to sweat or moisture, as well as prolonged contact with dry hot air, can lead to damage, rupture or cracking of the strap. To ensure long service life of the strap, carry out regular care of it, observing the above conditions.

Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight may cause the fluorescent color to gradually fade (for watches with fluorescent parts of the case).

Do not set the date and day of the week between 8:00 pm and 4:00 am. (The day of the week and date shown on the display may not change the next day, which may also cause damage to the mechanism.)

How to set the current time.

Pull the wheel out to the second click so that the second hand stops exactly at the moment when it points to 12 o'clock.

Turn the hands forward and set the time four or five minutes after the current time. Then move the arrows back and set them according to the current time.

Push the wheel back in when the time signals are heard.

How to set the current day of the month.

Pull the wheel out until you hear the first click.

Turn the wheel to set the current day of the month.

Push the wheel back in.

Please note: On some watch models, the wheel is attached to a thread and in order to set the time and date it must be unscrewed several turns clockwise. Back in the same order, setting the time, press the wheel (overcoming the resistance of the spring) and tighten it several turns counterclockwise.

Days of the week

Please note that the day of the week display is in English:

Monday - MON

Tuesday - TUE

Wednesday - WED

Thursday - THU

Friday - FRI

Saturday - SAT

Sunday - SUN

Stopwatch operation in quartz models:

The stopwatch is activated by the top button. Pressing this button again stops the stopwatch. Pressing the bottom button resets the stopwatch to zero.

If the stopwatch value is off, the hand does not return to position 12, this is set by the top button when the crown is open.

To set the stopwatch, you need to open the crown all the way and, pressing the top button, allow the central hand to make a full circle until it reaches position 12. In this position, close the crown. When you start and then stop and reset the stopwatch, the hand will return to its original position.

A watch is a device that can display more than just the time. Using a wristwatch you can easily find out the calendar time. But in order for it to be displayed correctly, you must first configure it correctly. Otherwise, the person will remain supposedly in the past or in the future, and the date display function will become completely useless. Therefore, it is worth figuring out how to correctly translate the calendar date on your watch, so that if necessary, you can do it quickly and without problems. Mechanical and quartz watches require the use of a crown to set them. It is with its help that the date is translated.

Changing the date on a mechanical watch

If you need to change the calendar date on a mechanical watch, you should use the crown. The process consists of several steps, during which a number of rules must be followed:

1. The arrows should only be rotated “in the direction”, that is, clockwise.
2. The date is adjusted when the crown is in the middle position. Other provisions are intended for other transactions. Thus, the position closest to the case is intended for winding the mechanism. The farthest is for setting the time.
3. First, move both hands so that they point to 6 o'clock. If the arrows point up, you cannot set the calendar. This may cause the mechanism to break.
4. The date should be set to yesterday. After this, the arrows indicate today's exact time.
5. If your watch is equipped with a chronograph, it should be turned off before changing the date. The chronograph hand should point to 12 o'clock.

As can be seen from the above, translating calendar data on a mechanical watch will not take much time and will not require complex actions. You just need to rely on these rules so as not to make a mistake.

Changing the date on a quartz watch

To set calendar data on a quartz watch, you must also use the crown. It needs to be pulled out, stopping at the first click. Next, use slow rotations to set yesterday's date. After the second hand points to the number 12, you need to pull the crown out again until the second click, after which we set the current time.

Experts recommend taking into account the features of quartz watches and setting calendar dates from 4 am to 9 pm. It is also important to understand that at the end of some months it is mandatory to adjust the date setting. This applies to months that do not have a 31st date.