The Importance of Manual Winding ⚙️ A mechanical watch needs a proper start. When it has fully stopped, an initial manual wind is essential for stable timekeeping and an optimal power reserve. Even if you wear your watch daily, a calm routine may not be enough for the rotor to keep it fully topped up, meaning you might not reach the full 42-hour reserve. Good habit: never wind your watch on the wrist it helps preserve the mechanism over time. In short: the automatic rotor is designed to maintain a power reserve, not to fully build it from zero. #serica #mechanicalwatch #automaticwatch #watchcare #watchtips watchmaking horology watchesofinstagram watchcommunity