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The Watch Guide.
Set, wind, and troubleshoot any watch. Step-by-step walkthroughs, plain-English glossary, and answers to the questions every owner asks.
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An interactive walkthrough tailored to each movement.
Safety rules
- Never force the crown.
- Always remove the watch from your wrist before winding or setting.
- Make sure screw-down crowns are fully closed before water exposure.
- Avoid changing the date during the danger zone (≈9 PM–3 AM).
- If the crown feels gritty, loose, or stuck, stop and visit a watch professional.