Glossary

count wheel

Is one of the components in mechanical watches that controls the sequence of various functions, such as the advancement of the hour or minute hand. It is a wheel with evenly spaced teeth and is usually located near the center of the watch movement. During the operation of the watch mechanism, the count wheel rotates and interacts with other parts to execute the required functions at specific time intervals. The count wheel plays a crucial role in maintaining accuracy, synchronization, and time-setting functions within the watch