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How do I set the time?

Chronographs and Mechanical/Automatic Watches: Unscrew the crown counterclockwise, pull it out to position 2, and rotate to adjust the hour and minute hands. When the crown is in this position, the second hand will stop. Adjust the time as needed.

How do I wind my watch?

Automatic Watches: The Sellita SW200-1 and SW221-1 Elaboré movements are automatic, which means it is powered by the motion of your wrist. If the watch hasn't been worn for some time, you can manually wind it by unscrewing the top crown counterclockw

How do I set the date?

Field Watches: Gently pull the crown out to the first position. The SW221 movement features a quick-set date function, and this first position is used to adjust the date. Turn the crown clockwise to change the date. Like many movements, it’s essentia

The date is changing at noon instead of midnight. How can I fix this?

Field Watch: The Sellita SW221 Elaboré may display the date change at noon if the time is incorrectly set. To resolve this, pull the crown to the second position and turn the hands forward by 12 hours. This adjustment will ensure that the date change

My watch has stopped. What should I do?

Mechanical/Automatic Watches: If your mechanical or automatic watch isn’t running, it may need to be wound. For both the Sellita SW200 (Diver and Aviator) and SW221 (Field) movements, wind the crown clockwise until you feel resistance, which typicall

My watch stopped after being exposed to water. What now?

If your watch has been exposed to water and stops working, immediately dry it off and take it to a professional for inspection. Even if your watch is water-resistant, water ingress can occur if the crown was not fully secured or if seals are worn out

My watch is running fast/slow. How can I adjust it?

Mechanical/Automatic Watches: The Sellita SW200 and SW221 elaboré movements, like other mechanical movements, can naturally gain or lose a few seconds each day. The tolerance is ±7 seconds. However, if your watch is consistently fast or slow beyond a

What Should I Do if My Watch Becomes Magnetized?

If your watch suddenly starts running much faster than usual, it’s likely that it has become magnetized. This can happen if the watch has been exposed to strong magnetic fields from electronic devices like laptops, smartphones, household appliances,

The crown is difficult to pull out. What should I do?

The crown should be snug to maintain water resistance but not overly difficult to pull out. If it feels stuck, try gently rotating it back and forth while pulling. If it remains stiff, consult a watchmaker, as forcing it could damage the mechanism.