What happens when you set date between 10 and 2?
If the time of your watch is somewhere between 10 o'clock and 2 o'clock and you start changing using the crown, the quickset gear will not engage correctly, and attempting to change the date may cause damage to the watch's movement. This is because the quickset mechanism is designed to engage with the date wheel at a specific point in the watch's movement, and attempting to change the date outside of this range can cause the mechanism to jam or break.
Watch with a midnight stop
In addition, some watches with a date function have a feature called a "midnight stop," which prevents the date from changing manually during the hours around midnight. This feature is also designed to protect the mechanism and ensure that the date changes smoothly and accurately.
So, in summary, you cannot set the date of a watch between 10 o'clock and 2 o'clock because the quickset mechanism is designed to engage with the date wheel at a specific point in the watch's movement, and attempting to change the date outside of this range can cause damage to the watch's mechanism. It is always best to follow the manufacturer's instructions and set the date during the recommended time range to avoid any potential damage to the watch.
Why should you never change the date of your watch between 10 and 2 o'clock? What happens if you do? How can you safely set the date of your watch? Read all about it here.
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