zOwie Omega Discussion Forum

: Please see the informative link below. Also here --
: http://montresuisses.blogspot.com/2005/12/why-doesnt-automatic-watch-over-wind.html

: An ill maintained or ill adjusted watch may have an error with the
: bridle:

:

This bridle slips along the barrel wall before excess pressure
: is passed to the going train and causing a defect known as
: “banking.” This banking occurs when the balance amplitude is
: too high and the impulse jewel strikes the back of the horns of
: the pallet fork.

: Winding in excess of that needed causes wear to the bridle and the
: mainspring barrel and not much else in a healthy watch.

: Sam aka Hewybaby

A big thank you Sam I will consult my watch repairer on the best way to remedy this problem.I hope your post answers a lot of confusion about the winding of an auto watch,John.