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Why Do Wrist Watches Stop Working When I Wear Them?

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Jacky Chou

Many people have experienced their Wrist Watch stopping working when they wear it. There can be several reasons for this. Here are some of the most common reasons why wrist watches stop working.

Introduction

Watches often stop working when people wear them because the wrist is an natural place for the watch to receive shocks. These shocks can come from everyday activities such as typing on a keyboard or from more strenuous activities such as playing sports. Watches also receive shocks when they are dropped. All of these shocks can cause the watch to stop working.

The best way to protect your watch from these shocks is to wear it on the inside of your wrist. This will help cushion the watch from any impacts and will help keep it working properly for longer. If you do drop your watch, try to catch it before it hits the ground. This will help reduce the chances of the watch being damaged.

Theory #1: Magnetism

One theory is that the wristwatch is stopped by magnetism. The human body is full of magnetic materials, such as iron, and when the wristwatch comes into close proximity with these materials, the watch can be stopped or even damaged. This theory is supported by the fact that wristwatches often stop working when they are near electrical appliances or other sources of magnetic fields.

Theory #2: Sweat

While the build-up of sweat could be the reason your watch has stopped working, it’s more likely that it’s the moisture combined with other materials on your skin, such as salt, that is corroding the metal and causing it to fail.

Theory #3: Skin oils

It’s not just water that can cause corrosion – skin oils can do the same thing. When these oils mix with water, they can form an acidic solution that can eat away at metal. While this might not seem like a big deal, it can actually be quite damaging – especially to delicate Watch movements.

Theory #4: Temperature

The final theory is that the temperature difference between your body and the watch causes condensation, which then gets into the watch and messes with the works. Again, this one seems a bit far-fetched, but it’s not impossible. And if you live in a particularly humid climate, it might be worth considering.

Conclusion

After doing some research, we have come to the conclusion that wrist watches stop working when they are worn because of the Position Effect. The Position Effect is when the watch is not in the proper position when you put it on your wrist, which throws off the timekeeping. To avoid this, make sure to put your watch on so that the face is level with your hand.

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Jacky Chou

Jacky Chou is the co-founder of Uberwrists and has gotten into watches from his father from a young age. His first watch was a black G Shock that was comedically large for his wrist. He appreciates watches from Seiko to a Patek Philippe.

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