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From pocket watches to hand-wound watches

At the beginning of the 19th century, watchmakers managed to reduce the size of the individual parts of mechanical watches to such an extent that pocket watches could be created. And with industrialization, large quantities could soon be produced, so that it became common practice to carry a pocket watch with you. However, many found it too cumbersome to constantly pull the small timepiece out of their pocket, which is why some people began to attach the pocket watches to their wrists. With this idea, the mechanical wristwatch had managed to emerge at the beginning of the 20th century. And even today, it is fascinating that precise technology can be accommodated in such a small housing. Of course, the first mechanical models all worked by hand. This makes the hand-wound watches the first known watches for the wrist. Which is why they are still associated with the art of watchmaking and technical masterpieces.

An investment in the future

However, hand-wound watches are not only so fascinating because of their historical background, but also because they are particularly stable in value and also durable. The hand-wound mechanical wristwatches are therefore a good investment in the long term. It is not uncommon for them to be passed on from generation to generation. Of course, the technical sophistication of these models is complemented by selected, high-quality materials. Of course, the movement itself is also durable due to the mechanics. The fact that there is no need to change the battery also preserves the water resistance for a particularly long time. This also applies to wristwatches with automatic movements. If you look at the simple difference between hand-wound watches and automatic watches, it is simply that they have to be wound by hand, i.e. at the crown, and not a rotor that converts the movement of the wrist. Ultimately, it is a matter of taste which of the two mechanical wristwatches you prefer.

What you need to look for in a hand-wound watch.

So, as the name suggests, the hand-wound watches have to be wound by hand. This is the only way to set the gears in motion and for the time display to work. If you would like to look at this process, you should look for a model with a glass case back. Here you can watch the work at work. Mechanical watches often have a so-called power reserve. This increases the amount of time a model can run without winding it up. Nevertheless, it is a good idea to make winding the watch a daily ritual if you put it on in the morning. It is important to carefully pull the crown open and not to forcibly twist it over the attachment point. But with a little sensitivity, this shouldn't be a problem. Since hand-wound watches are a real investment, you should make sure that you buy models from reputable brands, especially when buying online. In fact, they guarantee truly precise works. In our watch shop, we offer hand-wound watches from Uhren4you.de the brands Ingersoll, Junkers or Sturmanskie, for example. These manufacturers are known worldwide for their high-quality, mechanical wristwatches. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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