Mainspring Barrel

The mainspring barrel is one of the components of a watch and occupies a particularly important position, as it is the mainspring barrel that is responsible for the practical handling of a watch. As the name of the element suggests, it is the case for the spring of the watch. The mainspring barrel is usually closed by a lid and has a drum shape. The spring can also drive the watch without a mainspring barrel, but the installation of such a case offers a number of advantages that are beneficial for the service life and maintenance of the watch. A barrel makes it easier to disassemble and reassemble a watch, saving time and money during manufacture. In addition, the spring inside the watch cannot press against the other components, damaging them over time. In addition, the barrel protects the sensitive spring from careless contact and also prevents the risk of injury if the spring breaks. A mainspring barrel makes it easy to grease and oil the important spring and protects it from dirt. The mainspring barrel as a component of a chronograph testifies to the high quality of the watch as a piece of jewellery and a useful instrument.