At the heart of every great mechanical watch lies its movement, or calibre—the intricate engine composed of hundreds of tiny, hand-finished components. This is where the magic happens. Unlike a quartz movement, powered by a battery and a vibrating crystal, a mechanical movement is a kinetic sculpture, a complex dance of springs, gears, and levers.
The energy, stored in a mainspring, is released with meticulous control through the escapement and balance wheel, the very soul of the watch. This "heartbeat," often ticking at 28,800 vibrations per hour, is what gives a mechanical watch its life.
