What are the consequences of improper maintenance of automatic mechanical watches

Improper maintenance of automatic mechanical watches may lead to a series of serious consequences. Here are the main ones:

Without long-term maintenance, the lubricating oil inside the mechanical watch may be exhausted or deteriorated, resulting in increased friction between the gears, which in turn affects the accuracy of the watch. In addition, suspended particles in the air may enter the gap between the parts in operation, increasing wear and tear, and also leading to inaccurate travel time.

Lack of proper maintenance will make the internal parts of the mechanical watch gradually wear, such as the gear is worn out of shape, the shaft is worn fine. These problems will further affect the stability and accuracy of the watch. If the wear problem is serious and has not been found and solved for a long time, it may lead to the fracture of the parts, such as the pointer is loose, can not be wound, etc., and even the entire movement needs to be replaced in serious cases.

The waterproof ring is the key component to maintain the waterproof performance of the watch. If it is not maintained and replaced for a long time, the waterproof ring may age, harden or crack, resulting in a decline in the waterproof performance of the watch. Once the watch is flooded, it may damage the internal mechanical components and even lead to the watch being scrapped.

The appearance of the watch also needs regular maintenance. If it is not cleaned and maintained for a long time, parts such as the case and strap may become contaminated with dirt or produce scratches and wear due to daily wear, affecting the beauty of the watch.

If maintenance is not carried out for a long time, the damage of the watch may be aggravated, resulting in an increase in maintenance costs. In addition, some serious problems caused by long-term unmaintenance may be impossible to repair or costly to repair.

In order to avoid the occurrence of the above problems, it is recommended to regularly maintain the automatic mechanical watch. In general, a maintenance every 3 to 5 years is a more appropriate cycle. During the maintenance process, you can check and replace worn parts, reapply the appropriate amount of lubricating oil, test the waterproof performance, and clean and maintain the appearance. In addition, daily use should also pay attention to avoid the watch by violent vibration, magnetic field interference and contact with chemicals and other factors that may cause damage to it.