Definition
Handwinding means two related things: In an automatic watch, it signifies that the watch mainspring can also be wound by hand. Handwind can also mean 'mechanical watch, non-automatic.'
Before the development of automatics in the sixties, all watches were handwind.
- See ETA 6498 for one example.
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Certina Bristol 230 (WatchOtaku) —
Nice style, pitted case, hell of a deal. Classic vintage look, often mistaken for a 1940's Omega.
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Lord Elgin handwind (WatchOtaku) — A classic American handwind, with the innovative Durabalance system, box and manual, even the original strap. Just too small for me at ~32mm.
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Omega cal 9000A stopwatch (WatchOtaku) — Utterly pointless to buy a mechanical stopwatch in 2013, but I was very struck by the dial design and excellent condition. Simple. Functional. Unfussy and in beautiful condition, all for just over a hundred bucks.
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Orient pocketwatch (WatchOtaku) —
An awesome watch, gorgeous to the hand and eye. Alas, I just don't wear it, so out it went. Might regret this one.
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Prometheus Recon 5 (WatchOtaku) —
I had twittered this new model when I first saw it, and Prometheus contacted me and offered me one for review. I, of course, jumped at the chance. Review on WR, but overall a really nice, well-priced 6497-based watch with good lume and contstruction.
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