Why do I like mechanical watches?

Because at its core, it’s really the craftsmanship of the watch that we’re fascinated by. Just like some people find one type of craftsmanship fascinating, other people are greatly impressed by the craftsmanship that goes into a good, advanced mechanical watch.

Are mechanical watches outdated?

Conclusion. Mechanical watches won’t be going anywhere soon. Their time-keeping function has been made obsolete by the arrival of quartz watches and, most recently, smartwatches. However, watchmakers have repositioned mechanical timepieces as a luxury item and have done a great job promoting this renewed purpose.

Is it worth to buy a mechanical watch?

Although it’s more expensive than normal quartz watches, automatic watches are definitely worth buying. With its high price, you’ll get a watch made out of higher quality material (stainless steel at least) with better fit and finish than any cheap quartz watch.

Are mechanical watches practical?

The fact is that a mechanical watch, while accurate to most practical, day-to-day needs, is never going to be as accurate as a quartz battery-powered watch, let alone a smartwatch synched to a smartphone. Indeed, most manufacturers claim a loss or gain of some 10 seconds per day.

Why is mechanical better than quartz?

Mechanical watch movements are powered by gears and springs. They’re autonomous little machines without the need for electric power sources, whereas quartz watches are powered by batteries that vibrate little crystals.

Why do mechanical watches have jewels?

Jewels or gemstones were introduced in watch movements to reduce friction at points of heaviest wear and tear. In order to reduce friction between two metal components that rub against one another, watchmakers use hard stones at the points of friction as they last a lot longer than metal.

How often does a mechanical watch need to be serviced?

Generally, we suggest that new watches be serviced at least every five to seven years. Similarly, if you have a watch you bought more than a decade ago, it should also be serviced every five years at minimum to keep it running smoothly.