Crown

Written By: Angus Davies
31/08/2011

The crown is used to wind the mainspring as well as adjust the time displayed on the watch.

The crown may also control other functions such as a GMT hand or alarm function.

The crown of the IWC Big Pilot watch is exceptionally large and is shown in both closed and open positions.

Crown - open.jpg

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Watch Glossary Terms

Crown

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