Everything I Wish I Knew BEFORE Buying An Automatic Watch!

[@jonathanelewis9134]

Hi Jory! All good points in my opinion. You have taught me so much about watches, their care and different types . A heartfelt Thank You!

[@thetimeteller]

You rock, Jonathane! Thanks for enjoying the content!!

[@laden-ist-zu]

@@thetimeteller thank you jory.. Your video made things much clearer for me.. I got into watches through a gift from my collegue.. He gave his hamilton field quarz arri edition.. And iam now in the market for my first automatic.. And i tend to overthink everything xD.. But your video made me realize to not do that.. And now iam more confident to buy my first auto.. It may be the new 5kx from seiko because the old skx is a bit too expensive here in germany.. What do you say about the 5kx as a daily driver :).. Greets from germany.. Alex

[@meepcheep314]

@@laden-ist-zu I am new to the watch world and I got a 5kx as my first automatic watch, in fact I am wearing it right now! if you aren't going to dive with it, then your fine! it has a good movement with hacking and handwind, good finishing and well made. just remember it doesn't have a screw down crown.

[@laden-ist-zu]

@@meepcheep314 thanks.. i got 2 5kxes in the last year xD and modded some other seiko models xd.. was a crazy ride ^^ if you want check out the budget watchateer .. good channel for collectors on a budget ^^

[@lordabhikingfisher8087]

I am a long-time watch collector and what I have learnt couple of things in past 30 years of collecting watches. Number 1. Don't collect for others. Do it for yourself. Buy a watch that speaks to you. Make sure - you feel the emotional attachment with a watch for long period of time before you actually buy it. Number 2. Don't get hung up on mechanical vs quarts etc. I have IWC, Omega etc. but most of the wrist time goes to Citizen because it speaks to me. Number 3. Remember you have only one wrist. So, limit your collection to few but wear them often. Enjoy!!

[@thomasgeremia2173]

Amen, I own a Seiko Coutura, Citizen and now 2 beautiful Holzkern watches.

[@LawrenceMacMacster]

The part about making sure you feel some kind of special thing before buying is very important but that's also where you have to draw a line, if it's months of salary you might want to reconsider the need versus wants dilemma.

[@lockewiggin9887]

You have 2 wrists

[@Bloodstryke]

@@lockewiggin9887 LMAO

[@JusttheWatch]

Jory: You don't have to spend a bunch of money on an automatic watch **points to Rolex on wrist**

[@caseyle4447]

I mean, compared to Patek Philippes, Rolex is pretty cheap lol

[@MLarios97]

@@caseyle4447 If you want to know if something is objectively cheap or expensive, compare it to the medium monthly income of your country. If you make 10.000€ a month a 5k watch may be cheap to YOU, but will not be objectively cheap since, at least here, 1500€/month is the medium monthly income. So yeah a rolex is cheap compared to some other watches, but it isnt a cheap watch objectively

[@youraveragepasser-by7367]

@@MLarios97 very good point

[@vinceprophessor8305]

MLarios97 great point 👍

[@newgunguy4176]

@@MLarios97 I wish I could hit the thumbs up button 10,000 times.

[@Beanjuice]

Ordered my first auto few days ago. Vostok Amfibia Scuba. I'm pretty excited!

[@secordman]

Love the Seiko 5KX automatic I bought, if I wear it daily it stays remarkably accurate. 5 year old Timex Expedition quartz digital, 4 yr old Timex quartz scout analog, batteries still great. Room for both types of watch. Good points here from the Time Teller!

[@bm5192]

The watch maker I'm close with told me this about servicing. If something weird isn't going on or it's still keeping time, then don't touch it!!

[@willardhooton920]

B m Not even for the “scheduled “ lubrication?

[@bm5192]

@@willardhooton920 haha better take it in every 5,000 miles

[@crossbones8956]

My watch repair shop told me the same. I brought in a piece I inherited and asked to get it serviced, and he told me that as long as it's running, I'll be fine. As he said "the watch will let you know when it needs serviced."

[@douglaspuglas6888]

@@willardhooton920 Are we still talking about the watch! O_o

[@willardhooton920]

Douglas Puglas I sure hope so! lol

[@OhioEDC]

Great video and really entertaining! I firmly believe you’re spot on with wearing and living with a good watch. $200, $500, $2,000...whatever your budget allows roll with it! One big mistake I made early on was picking up far too many “affordable” watches. I’m sitting on over 10 watches that are all $200 or less. Had I been more educated I could’ve saved for a smaller period of time and had a few high quality go-to watches. Now I cannot find anyone to buy all these and I stare at my watch box saying “what were you thinking, dude...”. Keep up the great content! 🍺

[@willardhooton920]

You just described my life!...

[@surfside75]

Would you consider listing the watches here that no longer interest you. I'm so curious 😁💙

[@OhioEDC]

Surfside I would LOVE to list them, but I don’t think that would be respectful to Jory and his channel. I’m not gonna hijack his content with my poorly planned watch purchases. Some of them are decent watches, some were gifts, and others I’ still find of, but very few get the wrist time they deserve. I have about 3 in the main rotation now. Had I planned better and exercised some patience I wouldn’t be in this horological mess. Lol! C’est la vie in the life of a watch geek. 🤣

[@surfside75]

@@OhioEDC understood. By the way I didn't list as in sale😁 just, like what are the ones you don't like anymore...

[@willardhooton920]

I’m considering selling off anything larger than 40mm for starters (Seiko, Steinhart, and Glycine divers...went nutz with the divers!)

[@laplantski]

Not all quartz are created equal. Having a Longines VHP on my wrist evokes just as much emotion as that smooth as glass auto. The way the second hand hits every single indicee with exact perfection is just stunning.

[@LegacyStudio]

First paragraph of what you were saying. You had me hooked. Very interested in collecting and I need all the stupid information. Your covering the bases and I deeply appreciate it!

[@briancarpenter1255]

Awesome video Jory. It never ceases to amaze me that with as vast a collection and knowledge that you have that you are humble and want to educate newbies and as for me I am really rather new having really only been into watches for a couple of years now, but I still learn things every day. Thanks again for your time and the willingness to teach and share in this awesome hobby. Brian.

[@thetimeteller]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@ihavcandygetinthevan]

35 year young and just started my watch collection...stumbled into your channel and lovin it...(Started my collection with Quartz and looking into auto) cheers!

[@michaelgross7016]

my watchmaker said it's good to keep em running, to keep oil circulated in the movement. He also admitted, yeah....you only have one wrist He walked around shop with a watch on each wrist sometimes. I've had automatic watches for over 30 yrs. I found a good Japanese movement can go 5 years or so running every moment of every day before a service is required. Swiss movements (I mostly have eta movements) can go alot longer. I have a new old stock military watch I grabbed 30 yrs ago. early 70s era, sold in army PX. it still run properly. I don't wear it alot.

[@mustpaike]

All good points. Bought my SKX007 in fall 2017. And i have worn it ever since. Always, every single day, every night. It has survived biking, swimming, saunas, showers and bathing. I only take it off my wrist to set the time and date or to switch out the strap (NATO and Zulu straps).

[@writhracing1642]

I just bought my first one you’re one of my favorite channels!

[@joannakleinheksel-horn3494]

I've been into collecting watches for the better part 30yrs and I learned something new from your video. Kudos ;-)

[@frs2768]

I ordered the srph59 for my first mechanical , really exited. No more apple daily watch.

[@nightknight9415]

All helpful info Jory, this T3 channel is both educational and entertaining!

[@childrolland]

Absolutely enjoyed the show! Nowadays, it seems that the mechanical watches are an exotic. I remember my first watch. My grandmother purchased it on the local village market for a dozen and a half of eggs (barter). It wass about 25 mm lug to lug made in Russia watch with a date complication and a "nylon" strap which is modern these days to name "navy", "zulu" and so on. The watch was worn by me, my sister and my grandmother on an alternation base. The watch lasted about 8 years (no serviced at all. The accuracy was "when you go for the train 20-30 minutes earlier - you are in time). An excellent cheap mechanical watch, though. 9:10 Watch-winding devices. The presented perspective here is: "Are they harming the mechanical watch by doing their stuff?" (if I'm incorrect, please, correct me - my skills in english are poor). My question would be: "Is it worth to purchase this kind or stuff (300$ for 2 watch spinner; 500$ for 4 watch spinner - prices in my country; original products) when you have, lets say 3 mechanical watches with mediocre/brand-taxing quality (100$ each, lets say)?". Even if you have a different mechanical watch for every day of the week, it is less rational than to have a device dispensing automatically a toilet paper on a place of impact. The mechanical watches are very durable, indeed - were them, throw them, dive them, and so on. Teeth too... Build to last. Tell this to the dentist when he/she presents you the medical bill. No joke - wondering which mechanical watch to choose for every-day use. Currently, I have several quartz ones - mostly digital ones. I search around... Thank you for the review and point of view, sir!

[@bobsmith2943]

I am new to the channel and suppose I'm somewhat an experienced watch collector. I like your style and you keep the content moving. I'm a Seiko, Omega, Rolex, JG, Cartier. Mostly vintage watches. Good advice.

[@alex_inside]

I dropped my SKX so many times it isn't even funny, well it still keeps perfect time.

[@clockworkbike]

Great information. I love the various voices, keep them please.

[@geomancer6371]

Good video, great show. One thing I would add regarding manual winds: the less complications, the better. It minimizes the adjustments to do when you do wear it after it has run down.

[@rayred74]

thanks for explaining it in a very understandable way

[@NoName-uy4fx]

this video helped me with my biggest question on if I'm over using my new automatic watch which I got 30 days which hasn't left my wrist since I got it

[@daletaylorjr.4786]

The watch noob struggle was real. You were actually one of the first reviewers I followed and I want to say I was one of the frets handful of subs. Keep up the good work my bearded brother.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Really useful video. Thanks for the info. Having recently got into watches and starting a KZbin channel doing reviews of them. I've been thinking/worrying about servicing, as my collection expands. This has put my mind at ease a bit now 👍

[@rogerdillon8651]

Excellent video. I received my Rolex Air-King 5500 new in 1989. I’ve had it serviced twice: 1994 and 2004. I have worn it every single day since 1989. Last serviced 17 years ago and it still keeps excellent time. If it ain’t broke....

[@armingivili]

Im new to watch world, really really really good content! Really thanks

[@KBrissette]

Should also have mentioned how to properly set the day/date on automatic watches.

[@Rickidkanym0re]

love the old school way of doing the video!

[@michaelgibb8984]

I am new to watches. LOVED this video. Already subscribed to the channel. Loving the content. Thank you Time Teller

[@thetimeteller]

Thank you, bro!!👍

[@almoscola8684]

Jory great content as always... I still have a smile on my face based upon that accent of a watchmaker!!! Keep up the great work

[@finkejak]

*James Bond was wearing an Omega though* just kidding, this will be a great series, and this video is an awesome start!

[@willisadkins8874]

Man, I just wanted you to know that I thoroughly enjoy your videos. Keep up the great work!

[@thetimeteller]

Comments like these make it all worth it. THANK YOU!!! 🙏

[@dbzfan729]

Have not watched your video yet, just want to say, I just bought my first watch, and it was automatic. I was drawn to it's look, and I wanted it so bad. But I am excited to see this. I have a job where I replace watch batteries on the daily, and it spiked my interest in watches.

[@pedromonteiro6043]

Finally, someone honest regarding maintenance of automatic/manual watches. My 1970’s Tissot Seastar Navigator chronograph, never have been serviced, spent almost 20 years not being used, and works at +3-5 seconds/24h, nowadays. And it’s not a Rolex or Patek Philippe...

[@mellow-jello]

Low level fatigue is still fatigue in the parts & lubrication. That said, don't have so many watches that you don't wear one for decades. Use them at least once, or twice a year, and you'll be fine.

[@Valera_Scotland]

I failed at number 1) when I started! I went out and bought a Speeeeedy because of all the hype... And ended up selling it! Yikes - it just shows you! This video is too late for me! You live and learn !!! Thanks for a good one again the Thyme Tailor :)

[@gregwalker4236]

love your vids! in fifty plus years, i have never had a watch serviced--as an older friend who serviced watches said--"don't fix it if it ain't broke"--your mileage may vary, of course, and if it makes you feel better about your watch, by all means have it serviced BY A COMPETENT WATCHMAKER, not a self proclaimed, untrained hobbyist....

[@stimsonromano2258]

Awesome review… big love from Australia 😊

[@kevinsmith6603]

I have a Omega seamaster from the early sixties that has never been serviced. Runs great.

[@just-inedc2381]

I’m new to your channel and watch collecting! I’m really enjoying going thru these videos on your playlist!!

[@mrfixit100]

When we used mineral oils it was considered a service be carried out every three to five years depending on whether it was a dress watch with no water resistance or a water resistant case. The new oils we now use are synthetic and the general shelf life is five to six years and the majority of cases have good water resistance which also protects the movement components and lubricants from the effects of the atmosphere, so the recommended service intervals now are every five years if you want to keep your timepiece in tip top condition or every ten years. After ten years the lubricants used will have deteriorated losing their ability to stop the increase of wear due to friction on the moving parts. If your watch starts to lose time this is a good indicator that the lubricants are no longer able to protect the movement from serious wear. As for the seals/gaskets used on the case back and crown they should ideally be replaced every two years if the watch is immersed in water on a regular basis as the chemicals used in pools or salt in seawater will attack the silicone rubber which will benefit from being lubricated with silicone grease used by watch repairers to help protect the seals from premature ageing.

[@countvertigo1788]

My first automatic watch was Deep Blue Nato 300..love it!

[@charlesdilworth7760]

I just bought a bamboo wood automatic watch and its great .its very comfortable to wear.

[@ricardochaveste7367]

Nicely done my friend Jory,can't sleep Lol😜😝😛⌚👍🏼👍🏼great info, I have both automatic and Quartz..

[@joelwallace]

Once again, Good Sir, your common sense/practical approach toward the purchase and maintenance of a time-piece allows one to value and enjoy their watch and abandon all unnecessary stress that would otherwise pilfer the simple pleasure and joy of contributing to the hobby. Excellent content, T3.

[@SimonJones265]

i'm new to owning Automatic watches. I have a Seiko skx009 and i am currently buying lots of homage watches and loving them.

[@kpop인스펙터]

Plz do recommend some homage watches. I'm into Rolex datejust type, but regardless.

[@domenicfp]

Great video. All great points and I agree with your opinions within this video.

[@shawnz241]

This is automatically my favorite video of yours (not that the others aren't awesome!)

[@thequarantinecatholic]

Newbie watch collector! Love your videos. Love my new Binnacle Diver from Bernhardt Watches and will probably purchase a second. Also purchased their Field Diver watch. And, one of the women's watches for my Mom. Made in NC by a highly ethical company. Have a great week!! Thanks for all the advice you provide in this video!!

[@thequarantinecatholic]

ps the "poor penmanship" is a sign of high intelligence...just saying... =)

[@Dr.Universum]

Thank you so much jory! You were the first watch collector channel I ever saw, and I’ve watched every video I can! Thank you for helping me get the right watches for me!

[@johnwang9914]

I didn't know I was buying an automatic watch when I bought mine either. When cell phones became common, I went a few days without my watch as you always had your cell phone and the watch stopped so I thought the battery had run out so I got a watch wrench and opened it up thinking I could change the battery only to find it as all gears and a counterweight for winding. Closing it up was a pain as I was in a humid climate at the time so it kept fogging up, I wound up putting all the silica gel packets I had been saving in a zip lock bag into a Tupperware container, closed it up overnight with the open watch inside, then as dry air is heavier than humid air, I closed up the watch inside the open container and that fixed the fogging problem. Try to avoid having it overhauled as long as possible as the watchmaker might replace parts with generic parts and it will never quite be the same again, my English/French day/date display changed to English/Spanish, note US distributions may have English/Spanish but Canadian distributions would have English/French.

[@Dragon_rls]

Thanks Jory👍

[@WatchDaTime]

Thanks buddy

[@Furniture121]

Awesome video! Watching your channel has definitely helped me learn a lot about watches. Love the pen as well!

[@danieleraso1]

Jory nice video. Some points: 1 right on with babying. This comes from a man that has scratched a sapphire crystal. 2. If you are starting auto collecting, a nice option is used ETA. I would not go used Asian because sometime repair is costlier than new. And ETA is super easy to repair/replace. 3. I had a watch never serviced but stored for 15 years in a safe. Oil turned into grease and I had to service it because it didn't work even though it was almost n.o.s. 4- the more you wear a watch the more it gets worn. That is sometimes the do not use winders reason. But my dad's Omega (early 70s) used daily just until 2001 had his spring replaced. So it is not so quickly worn.

[@cyrea1]

Thanks for the great information that has definitely set my mind at ease with my first automatic! What winders were those in your video?

[@targaflorio3239]

Excellent video Jory. Even for the veterans. Nice one.

[@tonycooper8977]

Great video, full of wisdom and timely reminders 👍😀 Thanks!

[@cybersamurai6415]

“It’s still real to me dammit!” *ad break starts* Juice almost came out my nose with that timing LOL

[@nektarioskarantanis4486]

I have an omega seamaster 1974 never serviced it works perfect

[@mikecosslett1421]

All valid points jory I have quartz mechanical and automatic watches the I buy the watches because of the way they look the movement is secondary consideration keep up the excellent content my friend 👍😎

[@unshapingtheearth7916]

Your example on car idling is not really true. Sure if the car is left outside for like a month the tires will temporarily deform but it should be fine. Idling a car however is actually really bad for it if its done frequently and long periods of time (appx 20 minutes to an 1 hour more). The reason is because the engine compartment gets hotter than normal as the air is not passing through it as it would if you were driving. Hotter conditions inside the engine compartment can cause hoses to wear out and crack prematurely. Having the engine compartment hotter than normal is just bad, it also can cause the diodes in the alternator to fail prematurely causing AC current to be sent to the batteries and vehicle components. This is why the light flicker when the alternator goes bad. If not diagnosed in time youll have to replace more than an alternator. The point here is cars are meant to be driven down the road. If the machine isn’t being used as design it can cause premature failure. But your point remains true i think, as long as the watch is doing what its designed to do your not hurting it unless the manufacturer specifically says avoid xyz

[@fredriklundgren1943]

Started up Again. Youre channel is my go to for inspiration.

[@VintageVantage79]

ps In that scene with Daniel Craig as Bond he was wearing an Omega... but yeah, plenty of movies where Bond was wearing a Rolex. 🙂

[@aikido85pr]

Congratulations on your content. Love the information. We all need to crawl before we can run. Keep up the great work.⏱🎆🎆🎆

[@zeus01504]

Came for the helpful information. Stayed for the Austrian Watchmaker impressions. Chapeau.

[@Rosterized]

Great video! I've been recently looking into getting my first wristwatch and these videos are helpful. I've been wondering about magnetization recently, since I've seen people tell these stories that using their watch when near speakers or laptops etc has slowly ruined their watch over time and eventually it will need to be serviced because of it. Is this that big of a concern as some comments make it out to be?

[@dheeraj511]

I always wanted to buy this watch but could not find in my country so had to adjust with seiko 5 automatic ... but love the way you have put the nylon strap looks cool man

[@AEYRivera]

Hi Jory! Great content. I enjoyed watching. I've been into watches since I was around 9 and it kind of went into hibernation when I was in med school and was only revived a few years ago. My passion has been rekindled but it IS hard on the wallet. Haha! I live through you watch guys when it comes to luxury timepieces which I can't afford. Great to see that you appreciate watches of almost all price points.

[@frankabarca9189]

Beautiful video are learned a lot from you thank you for your knowledge God bless

[@CoordinatedCarry]

I just got my Seiko 5 SRPB89K1 with the 4R35B movement. My first automatic, so I’m excited to hear some tips. Foremost is if that movement can be over wound? Thanks.

[@CoordinatedCarry]

Troy Nasello Thank you for the reply. Yeah, I have a Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical the has a very clear stop when it’s fully wound. My Seiko is kinda vague. That or I haven’t actually fully wound it yet. Either way, I finally have an automatic Seiko in the collection.

[@ericwhitlow7364]

Been rewatching your videos. God bless

[@AXL398]

I've heard that you're supposed to service your watch every 5-10 years. In your opinion, how long should I wait to service my watch?

[@pc9467]

Great vid! Where can I see you talking about the bad expensive watches?

[@matthewgurlitz3514]

Jory! Love your shows and happy to be subscribed.

[@jimmynewsome6884]

In your opinion do you think movado are good watches

[@stephenflynn7600]

What is your opinion of the Yema Superman Dive watch? Is it worth the money?

[@JoaoMarques-nr6eh]

Thank you, it was very helpfull. Cheers from Brasil.

I am still amazed that many people do not know hand wounding or automatic watches. I have neen collecting watches for 70 years, when electronic watches were to be born. I grew up with pocket watches and some wristwatches of the 40´s. Actually I do not know any person in my huge land that use any watch, quartz or smart. Young people are afraid of the tic-tocs when I show them a watch and ask me what is that sound professor? Cheers from frozen Patagonia, Argentina.

[@bradleycarpo3372]

I just purchased a Vostok amphibia auto. What do you think?

[@pirateprinsess101]

Thanks for the information. Very educational

[@drwindsurf]

Quartz watches - "They don't have a soul" lol! Great advice...though I do think watch winders are a waste of money I can spend on watches (I don't have any "grand complications"). Thank you for another excellent video :)

[@achimkohlhage1328]

One of yr best vids, congrats. Achim, Singapore+

[@doranmaxwell1755]

Lol on the tough.. for most of my life I rode and still own old Harley's.. I would look down and see the watch and it was a blur of Harley shake.... didn't seem to hurt em. Here is a tip... Service? run it till it drops.. yep.. they will service it when they fix it. And it won't cost much if any more. my Omega died after 11 years so I sent it in to be fixed.... it needed a few things but was not far from the charge would be for service. That is actually the only watch I have ever had serviced... some I have owned for 25 years or so.

[@Zzzzalazar]

I have found quite good movements in affordable watches, The Myiota 8203,Citizen, seiko 7s26, 4r35, 6r36, Seagull st 1901,and others

[@beebot]

I wore a Panerai (PAM388) to work putting it in a pocket sometimes but worn while using angle grinders and around high voltage (welding) for about 6 months before suddenly it started behaving strangely (running erratically)... so I put it aside assuming It would be an expensive service bill. Turned out it had just magnetized internally and worked like new a year later. I don't wear it in the shop anymore... but it took a lot of abuse.

[@williamrizzo1285]

I always thought that "automatic", meant the watch was "automatically better"!. LOL

[@daveyfromdownsouth7889]

i mean are you wrong 😂😂😂

[@kevinmiller7184]

Many spot on observation I'de say. I own Seiko, Orient, and many other "value" autos. My Seiko 55 Fathoms is perhaps the best looking watch in my box (sorry Swiss neighbors). Reliable, accurate, and yes I can "beat the crap" out of them. Staring at the movement, through the case back, just seems like Horology 101 to me. Keep it up TT.

[@MrShinobi797]

Happy Monday Jory !!!

[@thetimeteller]

Crush this week!!!

[@mikejarrells431]

Thanks & good job! What are your thoughts on the Rolex Explorer & homages?

[@sameermelhotra7821]

I am a student and own a Seiko 5 Automatic and I wear it everyday. I need to take bumpy public transport, sometimes the watch hit the desk while making notes, sometimes I run climb the stairs. I cant take care of my watch like a baby because of lack of time and other priorities. Is it fine for a budget Automatic watch or am I doing something wrong ? EXPERTS PLEASE HELP CAUSE I DONT WANT MY WATCH DEAD

[@darrensmith6999]

Great Episode! :) Time 1:30 Love your New York accent its better than Mark at Long Island watch. Time 7:35 your German accent sounds like Dr Kufman the assassin from Tomorrow never Dies. Brilliant!!! All the Best Darren :)

[@barryfleischer6553]

I'm very active, my automatic watch is losing time even though I never take it off. I even sleep with it on. I've tried winding it as well. Still losing time. It has not been cleaned in quite a few years is that the issue? It has an ETA 2824-2 17 jewel movement with a date function.

[@AlessandroGenTLe]

Agreeing with all BUT the watchwinder stuff. And I am a watch tech. These things are ok to put the watch in the evening and pick it up the next morning with the autowind already charged. BUT it is definitively detrimental to have a watch constantly on them. You basically shorten the life of it and/or make the need for a service more frequent. Keep the watch in a watch box and when you need to put it on, just handwind it and use it, that's it. Ah, and having a car engine hidling all the time will lack the cylinders due to low pressure on the piston rings and therefore oil blowby. So, better if you just speak about thing you really know...

[@davids9549]

Hand-winding an automatic is fine, but you CAN damage some of them by overwinding. I know they're all supposed to have some overrun gizmo inside that prevents this, but I've repeatedly broken two winding mechanisms (on a Bremont and an Oris) because clearly these gizmos not all created equal. Interestingly, those two watches shared a similarly-sourced ETA movement. It would appear that while the automatic rotor cannot overwind the movement, manual winding can on certain automatics if you're not careful. My Rolex, however, will happily let you hand-wind it all day. Therefore, I feel your advice should be to hand-wind a watch UNTIL YOU FEEL AN INCREASE IN RESISTANCE, THEN STOP

[@lone-wolf-1]

I had broken the main spring on a 70‘s Delbana handwound because I did not noticed a resistance, beeing waterproof and the crown turned hard. So I just count 15-16 short winding moves, then I stop. Most watches go to a max of 22-25 of my motions. This way, I‘m far from overwinding. You just have to do it two times a day. Also old watches with the old spring are way more sensible to break

[@davids9549]

@@lone-wolf-1 That's true, although those are manual-wind watches, not automatics, and therefore unprotected by an overwind clutch mechanism. It's a worry if you couldn't feel an increase in resistance before the spring broke though. Perhaps your ideal watch would be one with a power reserve indicator!

[@lone-wolf-1]

David S It happened just once, then I learned. I mostly wear automatics with the safety clutch. I wind them just 5 times, the rest does the winding disc while wearing

[@evankelly3834]

Auto service all depends on old oil crape or new synthetic oil which is awsome watch winders just wear out parts quicker.

[@johansigfridsson9088]

Good points

[@greggallinoto2668]

Been with you since day 1. Awesome episode!

[@thetimeteller]

Yeeeeah buddy!!! Thanks for supporting for so long!!