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How to use, clean and care your Gentlemaan watch ?

Here we reveal the tips and best practices you need to know about automatic watches to keep your timepiece running smoothly for years to come.

Mechanical watches require greater attention than quartz or digital watches.
Complex and delicate, they interlock dozens or even hundreds of mechanical parts, making the mechanism sensitive and vulnerable to damage. 
That’s why you need to acquire the right reflexes and take care of your watch with small and simple gestures.

Understanding how your watch works will enable you to make it your own, and knowing how to look after it will extend its life.

UNDERSTAND HOW THE AUTOMATIC MECHANISM WORKS

The automatic watch mechanism exploits the movements of the wearer. When the arm is in motion, a rotor is activated, sending kinetic energy through a series of gears to the mainspring. A spring which, when tightly wound by the winding mechanism, unwinds, powering the watch movement autonomously until the power reserve is exhausted. 

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ON THE MECHANISM

EXTERNAL SHOCKS
Gentlemaan watch movements have a shock safety system that protects the critical alignment of the balance wheel axes. Despite this, the impact of a shock or a heavy fall can be problematic, especially in terms of the internal workings of the watch. The assembly of parts and the parts themselves can be damaged. The result can be a faulty and inaccurate movement, which will need to be repaired or replaced altogether.
HUMIDITY
Your Gentlemaan watch is water-resistant to 3ATM. However, constant exposure to water can cause rust, even in stainless steel. It is therefore advisable to store it in a dry place, and the crown should always be securely locked to prevent accidental infiltration.
OIL AND OVERHAUL
Automatic watches require servicing every 3 to 5 years. Friction between parts generates friction and micro-deposits that affect the smooth running of the movement. A watchmaker must carry out a complete overhaul, including meticulous cleaning and re-lubrication of the components. If the movement is inactive for a long period, the lubricants may coagulate slightly, affecting precision. To avoid this, wind the movement regularly.
CARE AND CLEANING
To keep your watch sparkling, you need to look after it, clean it and maintain it regularly. To do this, use a cloth slightly moistened with warm water and then dry quickly with a dry cloth. The use of a PH-neutral soap is acceptable. Do not use chemicals or solvents, as they can damage the surface.
EXTREME SITUATIONS
Exposing the watch to very low or very high temperatures can damage the lubricants and therefore affect the watch's operation. For this reason, avoid wearing the watch in very hot or very cold environments on a regular basis.
MAGNETISM
The movement is mainly made of non-ferrous materials to withstand strong magnetic fields. However, movements can remain sensitive to them. If overexposed, the mechanism may suffer from too much interference, impairing its smooth operation. Smartphones and other everyday devices are not your enemy. Nevertheless, do not store your watch near magnetic objects with powerful waves, so as not to disrupt movement.

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