Maintenance, Repair & Ownership

Owning a watch involves more than simply wearing it. Mechanical and electronic watches require different levels of care, while servicing, water resistance, magnetism, storage and everyday use can all affect their condition and performance.

This section explains the terminology associated with maintaining, repairing and caring for watches. It covers servicing and regulation, testing, cleaning, replacement parts, water-resistance maintenance, storage and the practical language owners encounter throughout the life of a watch.