High-quality automatic watches from MIYEN MUNICH
Always in the right place at the right time - with an automatic watch, time never stands still because, as the name suggests, an automatic watch ticks in a different way to a quartz watch. The automatic watch is a real technical marvel and is therefore an absolute must-have for many watch lovers. Among our MIYEN MUNICH watches, the ABYSS is just such a timepiece. Equipped with a Japanese automatic precision movement, it is your stylish companion in all situations. But how exactly does an automatic watch work and what makes it so special?
What is an automatic watch?
Automatic watches have only been available on the market since the middle of the 20th century and have always enjoyed great popularity. No wonder, because unlike mechanical watches with manual winding or battery-operated quartz watches, automatic watches wind themselves, so to speak. Automatic watches therefore do not require a battery and are therefore also considered to be comparatively environmentally friendly.
Automatic watches are not only a technical marvel, they also have a lot to offer visually and can impress with their high-quality workmanship. Automatic watches are available from many well-known manufacturers and are represented in various price segments - so everyone is guaranteed to find their everyday companion.
How does an automatic watch work?
Only one thing is needed to keep an automatic watch running - movement, because without it, the watch would stop ticking once the power reserve has expired. As the name suggests, an automatic watch has an automatic winding mechanism that automatically winds the mainspring (energy store) of the mechanical watch. This process is carried out by the wearer moving and swinging the watch. The spring itself is wound by an oscillating weight, also known as a winding rotor with ball bearings. This rotor is mounted so that it moves towards the center of the earth due to the force of gravity. The kinetic energy generated there is then transmitted via a gear chain to the mainspring barrel, which then tensions it. In physical terms, this process converts kinetic energy into potential energy.
In addition to the single-sided winder, there are also automatic movements with a double-sided winder. The double-sided winder has an alternating gear and ensures that the oscillating weight winds the spring in both directions.
What you should bear in mind when handling an automatic watch
In order to ensure the best possible longevity and accuracy, we would like to give you a few helpful tips for the correct handling of an automatic watch.
Wearing an automatic watch regularly ensures that it runs continuously and precisely, as the movement of the wrist repeatedly tensions the spring. And if the watch is left in the wardrobe for a longer period of time, it can easily be restarted manually using the manual winding mechanism. If the automatic watch does not have a manual winding mechanism, it is sufficient to move the watch for a while until the mechanism starts again and the watch starts.
In order to protect an automatic watch in the best possible way, it should not be worn in extreme temperatures or in the vicinity of strong magnetic fields. These conditions can affect the function and damage the watch itself.
A little tip: Are you a watch collector and don't feel like rewinding your watch if you haven't worn it for a while? A “watch winder” is the perfect solution. A watch winder is a device that automatically keeps mechanical watches in motion by gently turning them. The movements of the watch case then ensure that the spring of the automatic watch never loses its tension and that your watch is always ready for use.
The history of the automatic watch
The history of automatic watches can be traced back to the 18th century, when the Swiss watchmaker Abraham-Louis Perrelet developed the first self-winding watch. In the 1920s, John Harwood set himself the task of further perfecting and expanding this concept. He succeeded in developing a winding mechanism that was located inside the watch. This created the first automatic watch, the technology of which quickly became established among well-known manufacturers. Despite strong competition from quartz watches from the 1970s onwards, automatic watches are particularly popular with lovers of mechanical movements and are still appreciated today.
Advantages of automatic watches
Automatic watches offer many advantages that make them a very popular choice among watch lovers and collectors.
One of the most important advantages is their independence from batteries. Automatic watches use the wearer's kinetic energy to wind themselves. This means that they are continuously supplied with energy by the movements of the wrist and therefore do not require a battery change or manual winding. This advantage is not only particularly practical for the wearer of the watch, but also protects our environment at the same time. In addition, automatic watches are generally more accurate than wind-up watches. This improved accuracy is due to the fact that the spring is constantly retensioned during wear and therefore has a more constant torque. With hand-wound watches, on the other hand, the tension of the spring decreases after a while, which means that they ultimately run more slowly and less accurately than an automatic watch.
Automatic watches also benefit from a long power reserve. The so-called power reserve is basically the time that a mechanical watch runs after it has been fully wound, i.e. the amount of energy stored. With the ABYSS watch from MIYEN MUNICH, you even benefit from a 42-hour power reserve.
Automatic watches are also characterized by their longevity. With the right care and regular inspections, automatic watches can remain functional for generations. They are robust and often made of high-quality materials (depending on the price segment) that guarantee a long service life.
Differences between automatic watches and quartz watches
When buying a watch, many people ask themselves the question: should it be an automatic watch or a quartz watch? We show how the watch models differ from each other and what advantages they offer.
The main difference between an automatic watch and a quartz watch lies in the movement itself. As explained in the text above, the automatic watch has a mechanical movement that is powered by a mainspring and is wound by the movement of the wearer. The quartz watch, on the other hand, draws its energy from a battery or button cell, which has to be replaced after a certain period of time.The watches also differ in terms of their accuracy and precision. Quartz watches are known for their precise accuracy, which is due to the electronic quartz movement. They are equipped with a quartz crystal that generates a stable frequency to drive the movement of the hands. With automatic watches, slight time deviations may occur after a certain period of non-use, but these can be corrected simply by readjusting the time. A quartz watch, on the other hand, can remain unused for weeks without the time changing.
The advantage of automatic watches is that they do not require a battery to be replaced and are therefore the more environmentally friendly option. However, mechanical watches should be checked for functionality by a watchmaker at least every 3-5 years due to the small, delicate parts. With a quartz watch, on the other hand, the battery usually needs to be replaced every 1-2 years.
Whether an automatic watch or a quartz watch - this is a decision that everyone has to make for themselves. Both models offer different advantages and ultimately it's about finding the watch that best suits the lifestyle and needs of the wearer.
Our automatic watch: ABYSS
Whether in the office, in your free time, doing sports or diving - the automatic watch from MIYEN MUNICH is your stylish companion in all situations and thanks to the automatic winding mechanism, you will never have to worry about your time standing still again. In addition, our ABYSS watch has scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and fluorescent numbers and hands with Swiss Superluminova, so you can read the time even in the dark. These features make the ABYSS automatic watch from MIYEN MUNICH a reliable companion that combines high quality and durability.
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