How to demagnetise a Panerai watch?

　　The thing a mechanical watch fears most is becoming magnetised, which adversely affects timekeeping. Once magnetised, the watch requires demagnetisation treatment, although this can be quite a troublesome process. If yourReplica Panerai watchwatch accidentally becomes magnetised, what should you do? Here are some handy tips for demagnetising a watch.

　　How a demagnetiser works

　　A demagnetiser works by using alternating current to generate an alternating magnetic field, which demagnetises the balance spring of a mechanical watch. Older cathode-ray tube televisions also feature a demagnetising circuit upon switching on; you can place the watch in front of the television screen and switch the television on to demagnetise it, which provides a degree of demagnetising effect.

Panerai RADIOMIR 1940 Series PAM00690 mechanical watch, fitted with a modified Sea-Gull 6497 manual mechanical to p3000 movement

　　How to avoid watch magnetisation

　　If a watch becomes magnetised, it will suddenly run very fast, sometimes gaining several 1-2 hours a day. Therefore, when wearing a mechanical watch, take care to keep it away from magnetic fields, such as near speakers, televisions, mobile phones, and other electrical appliances.

　　Demagnetisation tips

　　1. Send it to a watch shop for professional demagnetisation. As watch magnetisation is a relatively common occurrence today, the solution is generally straightforward. Simply take the watch to an authorised service centre to be demagnetised using specialised equipment. Demagnetisation takes just 30 seconds and will have no negative impact on the performance of the watch.

　　2. If you are unable to visit a repair shop, you can demagnetise it yourself. The method is as follows: find an unmagnetised piece of iron with a hollow circular centre and stand it upright on a table. Place the watch near the iron block, and the magnetism in the watch will be "absorbed" by the iron, restoring normal operation. Alternatively, use an unmagnetised iron canister open at both ends; place the magnetised watch inside and move it back and forth inside the canister for 5 to 6 minutes to demagnetise it.

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