Attention mechanical watch users: Seiko Time Lab begins general sales of demagnetizers

Seiko Time Lab, which handles repairs and maintenance for Seiko watches, has begun selling demagnetizers to the general public. Available for purchase on Seiko Time Lab's online store, the demagnetizers are a must-have for anyone with a mechanical watch that is susceptible to magnetism.

Eliminate magnetism in mechanical watches at home

　Seiko Time Lab began selling demagnetizers to general users in October. They are now on sale at the official Seiko Time Lab online store, which primarily handles repairs and general maintenance of Seiko watches.

　Mechanical watches are generally very susceptible to magnetism, and magnetization is a very common cause of problems. When a mechanical movement becomes magnetized, not only does it significantly reduce accuracy, but it also poses the risk of serious damage, such as internal damage. The balance spring is particularly susceptible to magnetism, and when magnetized, it can cause the hands to move extremely quickly, and in the worst case, the hands may stop moving at all.

　Furthermore, in today's world, where we are surrounded by digital devices, many things emit magnetic fields. Permanent magnets are used in smartphone speakers, tablet device covers, computer keyboards, and other devices, so there is a possibility that we may be magnetizing these things without realizing it in our daily lives.

　Therefore, there is a special device called the "Mechanical Watch Demagnetizer" that can remove the magnetism from a magnetized watch. It is actually used at Seiko Time Lab, and is characterized by its high performance, as it can complete the demagnetization in one operation. Because the surface to be demagnetized is relatively large, it can be used on watches of any size.

　There are a few things to keep in mind when using this device. Each use should be no more than one minute, and it can be used up to 30 times continuously, and electronic devices should not be placed near it while in use. Also, since it is recommended for use with mechanical watches, care should be taken with complex models such as chronographs and digital watches with GPS functions, as there is a possibility that the reference position may become misaligned with some watches.

　The danger of magnetism is a constant companion to mechanical watches. It would be reassuring to own one to maintain the "health" of your beloved watch.