Understanding Watch Movements: Quartz vs Automatic

Quartz Movements

Quartz watches use a battery and a vibrating quartz crystal to keep exceptionally accurate time. They are low-maintenance and typically more affordable.

Automatic Movements

Automatic watches are powered by the natural motion of your wrist, winding an internal mainspring. They carry more craftsmanship and are prized by collectors, though they need regular wear or a watch winder to stay running.

Neither is objectively better — it comes down to what you value: precision and simplicity, or mechanical artistry.