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[โ€“] HAL_9000 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

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?

[โ€“] [email protected] 1 points 1 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.