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This is one of the less-known terms in the world of watches, so it's normal if you don't know what it means and you've found yourself here.
The crown of the watch is basically a small knob or a button located on the side of the watch case. The highlighted red little knob on the side of the watch you see in the picture is its crown.
Most of the time, you engage a mechanism in the watch by pulling/pushing the crown to use some of its functions like:
Setting the Time and Date: The most common function of crowns, in almost every watch, the crown will let you set the time and often the date. Some watches may have multiple crown positions to adjust the day, date, or other functions.
Winding the Movement: For mechanical or automatic watches, the crown is used to wind the mainspring, meaning you're basically charging your watch by hand. A few twists and your watch will be energized.
Changing Modes: Some watches have additional complications that may be used through the crown.
Providing Water Resistance: In screw-down crowns, tightening the crown is essential for maintaining water resistance.
Standard Crown
Screw-Down Crown
Push-Pull Crown
Chronograph Crown
Onion Crown
Bullhead Crown
The crown is not only a visual aspect of a watch, it's vital for your watch's functionality. Although it can be visually appealing too. Some brands, for example, can use the crown as one of their signature design elements, shaping the crown itself, or carving their logo on the crown can be seen on some watches as a symbol of the brand.
Being a little careful with the crown of your watch can go a long way, as they're a tiny but important part of the watch. Here are a few tips:
Regular Cleaning: Dust and dirt can accumulate around the crown and lead to a faulty crown that'll make it miserable to adjust the time or use the functions without servicing the watch. Cleaning it regularly should be enough as the area is very small, cleaning it is super quick and easy with a soft cloth.
Be Gentle: When setting the time or winding the watch, don't force the crown if it feels tight or stuck. If it's not working as intended, pushing its limits to see if it fixes anything is a dangerous idea, it's better to seek a professional at that point.
Check the Seal: Make sure it's sealed, especially around water, as the water can possibly leak through the crown if it's not sealed properly.
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Written by B.H.
