The most common reasons your watch suddenly stops

There are many reasons why your wristwatch may stop running. Here, we explain the most common reasons and tell you the solution straight away.

Loose screw

Even with the highest-quality wristwatches, it can happen: a screw comes loose, gets stuck somewhere inside the watch, and blocks the movement. In this case, a professional must repair the watch. The screw must be removed from inside the watch and refitted.

This often happens with wristwatches that are worn, for example, during extreme sports, even though they are not suitable for that. In our online shop, you will find a wide selection of robust fitness trackers, kinetic watches, and sports watches that are unlikely to be affected by anything.

Dirt and dust

Dirt and dust can block watch movements and cause the watch to stop. This can happen if debris gets inside the watch or if it has not been serviced for a long time. In this case, the wristwatch must be opened by a professional and its individual parts cleaned.

The mainspring is broken

A mainspring can break if it has been subjected to excessive tension or because the material is already old.

The automatic winding mechanism is defective

The automatic winding mechanism can be damaged by many causes. A strong impact, for example, is enough to break the winding mechanism.