It’s that time of year again—the days are growing longer and warmer which means daylight saving time is just around the corner. This year, on March 10th, most people in the United States (with the exception of Arizona and Hawaii) will observe the time change and set their clocks forward by one hour. And you can’t forget about your watch, too! It’s important to take proper care when setting a watch, as its many gears and gadgets can be fragile.
In this article, we’ll explain step by step how to set a watch for daylight saving time so that you don’t damage its sensitive instruments.
Timepieces with additional complications such as a perpetual calendar, chronograph, or tachymeter can be especially tricky to adjust, so we recommend using extra caution. When you’re not wearing your watch, it’s still important to wind every two to three weeks to prevent its internal oils and lubricants from thickening and impairing the watch’s function.
If you’re still uncertain how to set a watch after reading these tips, no need to worry! Here at Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers, our friendly repair team is happy to help you set your watch for daylight saving time. Have you tried setting your watch and think you may have accidentally damaged it in the process? Don’t stress—bring your watch to Leo Hamel’s and one of our expert watchmakers will have it working like new again in no time. Think you know how to wind a watch, but need a bit of guidance? We’d be happy to demonstrate for you, so you can be confident caring for your watch at home. Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers is your one stop shop for all of your watch needs!