What does the term Automatic Movement mean?
The term automatic movement refers to a watch whose mechanism is fitted with a rotor that automatically winds the spring using the force of gravity. The mainspring of the watch is wind by the continuous movement of the wearer. Wrist and body movement causes a metal weight (a rotor) attached to a winding mechanism, to move freely on its staff in the center of the movement. The rotor then rotates in a circular motion with the even the slightest movement of the wrist. Manufacturers such as Rolex refer to the above feature as “perpetual.” Automatic, self-winding and perpetual, all meaning exactly the same thing, a self winding watch! This technology was developed hundreds of years ago, with many moving parts keeping very accurate time. Some automatic watches even come with clear glass backs, allowing the wearer to view all moving parts. Many people feel a deep appreciation for the long hours of hardwork that are required to master this craft and the human element that required all watches
