Understanding Watch Movement Types
The heart of every luxury watch lies in its movement, the intricate mechanism that powers the timepiece and determines its accuracy and longevity. Mechanical movements, powered by a mainspring and regulated by an escapement, represent traditional watchmaking at its finest. These self-winding or manual-wind movements showcase the artisan's skill through visible components and smooth sweeping second hands.
Automatic movements harness the wearer's natural wrist motion to wind the mainspring, eliminating the need for daily winding while maintaining the mechanical tradition. Swiss-made movements from manufacturers like ETA, Sellita, and in-house calibers from prestigious brands ensure reliability and precision. The finishing techniques applied to these movements, including Geneva stripes, perlage, and hand-polished components, elevate them to works of art visible through exhibition casebacks.