The screw down crown features a mechanism that can securely lock the crown when it is not being operated in order to prevent any operational errors and to improve its water resistant performance.
It is necessary to unlock the screw down crown before operating it.
Once you have finished operating the crown, make sure to relock it.
【To unlock the crown】
Turn the crown counterclockwise (6 o’clock direction) to unscrew it. Now the crown can be operated.
Crown locked
Unlock the crown before operating it.
Unscrew
【To lock the crown】
Turn the crown clockwise (12 o’clock direction) while gently pressing it in toward the watch body until it stops.
Crown unlocked
After operating the crown, lock it.
Rotate while pressing the crown in.
Crown locked
Unlock the crown before operating it.
Crown unlocked
After operating the crown, lock it.
Unscrew
Rotate while pressing the crown in.
When locking the crown, turn it slowly with care, ensuring that the screw is properly engaged. Be careful not to push it in forcefully, as doing so may damage the screw hole in the case.