• @HAL_9000
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    11 year ago

    Very interesting article, thanks. But it leaves me with one question: Why is power reserve such a big thing in mechanical watches? If they are accurate to within 20 seconds a week at the very best, I’ll have to set the time at least weekly and can give it a few winds, as well. So why would one need a power reserve of several weeks?

    • @[email protected]OP
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      11 year ago

      I’m guessing that with mechanical watches, accuracy isn’t the top priority for most users.

      If they highly regard accuracy, then they’d be more likely to buy high-end HAQ watches.