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Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Moon Phase and Retrograde Date 4010U/000G-B330 Functions & Care

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Channel: Govberg Jewelers · 2018 · Howto & Style

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Welcome to the world of Vacheron Constantin. Today, I'll be your guide to the proper usage care and maintenance of your Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Moon Phase Retrograde Date. Now, it's important to know that this an automatic winding timepiece, and the natural action of the wrist winds the movement. But should you wish to manually wind it simply begin turning in a clockwise direction with the crown in it first position flushed to the case. 20 to 30 turns will be sufficient to start the movement and you'll know it's operating because the balance, the oscillating ring on the back of the watch will be in motion.  

You can now set the time, the date, and the moon phase, and the watch will continue to wind itself up to the maximum rated power reserve of 40 hours. But should you wish to fully energize the watch by manual means, simply continue turning in a clockwise direction. Due to the bridal style architecture of the main spring it slips to relieve any excess strains so you cannot accidentally overwind the watch. Simply listen for the subtle click or tick that signifies the mainsprings slipping and the watch is fully energized. Now, to set the timepiece precisely you pull the crown out to a stop. At that point you can set the time.  

However, it's important to note that this complication does away with the dimples and case side pusher correctors common to complicated timepieces that are often used for adjusting moon phase, adjusting retrograde, adjusting calendars. Here, every adjustment for the secondary functions is performed with the crown in its first to tent out from flush. By turning in a clockwise direction, you advance the retrograde date. The retrograde date travels only in one direction, so if you overshoot you simply continue around and resume back to the correct date. By turning in a counter clockwise direction, you advance the mood phase indication at 6:00.  

Now, there are three primary areas of hazard with respect to the handling of your watch. Water, magnetism, and shock. Water is the greatest threat. It's important to note that though this watch is water resistant to a rated 3 ATM or 30 meters, that is a static test depth and does not represent any kind of indication on the part of Vacheron Constantin that you should use this watch down to 30 meters of physical water. The watch is effectively water resistant to protect against splashes while washing hands or inadvertent exposure to rain during a sudden downpour.   
 
While magnetism is not as damaging to your timepiece, it is unseen and it is ubiquitous. A magnetic field cal alter the state of the ferrous hairspring within the balance of your timepiece. Effectively its heart beat. When it goes into a sort of horological arithmia your watch may run fast, it may run slow. But in any case, keep the watch remove from speakers, subwoofers, high powered wiring looms, as well as the closures of refrigerator doors, purses and wallets. Keep it remote from MRI equipment as all of these can magnetize your watch. If you suspect due to erratic running that your watch has become magnetized, take it to an authorized Vacheron Constantin service center where specialized equipment is available to quickly and easily demagnetize your hairspring.  

Shock and concussion however can cause more permanent damage. A fine mechanical timepiece is vulnerable to the types of concussive activities that maybe experienced by those partaking in golf, tennis, batting, the riding of motorcycles, ATVs or mountain bikes, as well as firearms marksmanship. All of these should be avoided while wearing the timepiece. Finally, every three to five years Vacheron Constantin recommends a comprehensive overhaul for mechanical movement. This continues the maintenance process started by proper care, and it will involve ultimately reconditioning of your watch to a factory-like state. Refinishing of the case, replacement of worn straps, restoration of water tight integrity, as well as cleaning, oiling, and adjustment of the caliber itself. Now, this should be performed exclusively at an authorized service center of Vacheron Constantin where specialized equipment, factory parts, and trained personnel are available to protect the value of your watch as both an instrument, and an as investment.  

Moreover, only these agencies are authorized to back all labor, and parts invested in the overhaul with a Vacheron Constantin factory service warranty. Finally, visit our website at GovbergWatches.com, and call, text or email our experts who will be happy to walk you through every phase of the ownership process of this or any Vacheron Constantin fine timepiece.

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