How to Charge a Mechanical Watch?

To charge a mechanical watch, you typically need to wind its mainspring. Based on the provided reference, here is the exact method:

Winding Your Mechanical Watch

Charging a mechanical watch involves storing energy in the mainspring, which powers the movement. This is done manually by interacting with the watch's crown.

Here are the steps for charging, or winding, your watch:

1. Position the Crown: Ensure the crown is in the correct winding position. This is usually the first position, closest to the watch case, pushed fully in.
2. Rotate the Crown: Once in the winding position, rotate the crown clockwise.
3. Wind About 40 Times: Rotate the crown about 40 times.
4. Full Charge: This action will wind up the watch's mainspring and deliver a full charge.

Note: After winding, it is likely the time displayed on the watch will not be correct, so you will need to set the time separately.

Following these steps manually winds the watch, providing the energy it needs to run accurately for its power reserve duration.