Good mechanical movements - and I consider the ETA C07.811 to be one - are not that bad at keeping the time, and the need to let someone “service” a perfectly functional watch is a myth in my opinion. One could also argue that not requiring any battery is an absolute necessity, given that humanity mostly agrees that we should harm the environment as little as possible these days. (Which is a major advantage over quartz, “smart”, eco-something, … watches.)
But I do agree that a mechanical watch requires special care while being used, and it feels good to have a shiny gadget where others have nothing or a touchscreen or something. :-)
But If ecology is the argument then all consumption is bad for the environment - any watch is unnecessary conspicuous consumption.
BTW, I’ve seen unserviced movements that were ridden to death - it’s not pretty. Gaskets fail, oils wear out, dust and humidity creep in, rust expands.
Good mechanical movements - and I consider the ETA C07.811 to be one - are not that bad at keeping the time, and the need to let someone “service” a perfectly functional watch is a myth in my opinion. One could also argue that not requiring any battery is an absolute necessity, given that humanity mostly agrees that we should harm the environment as little as possible these days. (Which is a major advantage over quartz, “smart”, eco-something, … watches.)
But I do agree that a mechanical watch requires special care while being used, and it feels good to have a shiny gadget where others have nothing or a touchscreen or something. :-)
But If ecology is the argument then all consumption is bad for the environment - any watch is unnecessary conspicuous consumption.
BTW, I’ve seen unserviced movements that were ridden to death - it’s not pretty. Gaskets fail, oils wear out, dust and humidity creep in, rust expands.
Either way, enjoy your new watch.
Thank you. :-)