The FHF-Font 6497 watch movement is a mechanical manual-wind caliber originally designed for pocket watches and now widely used in wristwatches, especially in vintage and pilot-style watches. It is a robust Swiss-made movement known for reliability, simplicity, and craftsmanship.
Key Features of the FHF-Font 6497 Movement
Mechanical Hand-Wound Movement: Requires manual winding via the crown, typically located at 3 o’clock. There is no automatic winding mechanism.
Large Diameter: Originating as a pocket watch movement, it has a large size which suits wristwatches with bigger dials, especially flieger or pilot watches.
17 Jewels: It includes 17 jewels to reduce friction and wear in the gear train, increasing durability and accuracy.
Frequency: Operates typically at 18,000 vibrations per hour (vph), providing a classic, smooth sweep of the seconds hand.
Small Seconds Sub-Dial: Features a small seconds dial usually positioned at 9 o’clock, a hallmark of the movement’s historical design.
Power Reserve: Offers a power reserve usually in the range of 46 to 53 hours, meaning it can run for nearly two days when fully wound.
Swiss Made: Manufactured in Switzerland, assuring quality craftsmanship and precision.
Incabloc Shock Protection: Equipped with Incabloc or equivalent shock protection systems to safeguard the delicate parts against impacts.
Simple Time Functions: Shows central hours, central minutes, and small seconds with no date complications, keeping the design clean and classic.
Crown and Stem Removal: Utilizes a set lever detent screw for stem removal, a detail important for watchmakers servicing this movement.
This movement is favored among watchmakers, restorers, and enthusiasts who appreciate classic mechanical engineering and the aesthetic of vintage horology. Its robustness, ease of maintenance, and elegant design make the FHF-Font 6497 a popular choice for both traditional watchmaking and modern reinterpretations of classic styles.
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