Stauer Graves 33

Stauer Graves '33 Wristwatch Instruction Manual

Model: Graves 33

Introduction

This manual provides essential information for the proper use, care, and maintenance of your Stauer Graves '33 Automatic Wristwatch. Inspired by historical timepieces, this watch combines classic design with modern automatic movement technology. Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure optimal performance and longevity of your watch.

Product Features

Historical Elegance: Inspired by the legendary 1933 Graves watch, combining antique charm with modern craftsmanship.
Automatic Movement: Hand-assembled with 210 individual parts and features a 27-jewel automatic movement. Rigorously tested for precision.
Intricate Design: Features four detailed dials for month, day, date, and a 24-hour clock with sun and moon phases. Enameled face and brown leather watch band.
Effortless Maintenance: Powered by body movement, eliminating the need for batteries or manual winding.

Components Overview

Familiarize yourself with the key components of your Stauer Graves '33 Wristwatch.

Front view of the Stauer Graves '33 Wristwatch with a gold-finished casing, white dial, Roman numerals, and a brown leather band. Multiple subdials are visible. — **Figure 1: Front View of the Watch**
This image displays the elegant front of the Stauer Graves '33 Wristwatch, highlighting its gold-finished case, classic white dial with Roman numerals, and the intricate subdials for various functions. The rich brown leather band complements the watch's sophisticated design.

Rear view of the Stauer Graves '33 Wristwatch, showing the transparent case back revealing the automatic movement and internal gears. — **Figure 2: Rear View with Exposed Movement**
The rear view of the watch showcases its transparent case back, offering a glimpse into the sophisticated automatic movement. The visible gears and rotor demonstrate the intricate mechanical craftsmanship that powers the timepiece.

Close-up of the Stauer Graves '33 Wristwatch face, highlighting the subdials for month, day, date, and moon phase, along with the main hour and minute hands. — **Figure 3: Detailed Dial View**
A close-up of the watch face, emphasizing the four functional subdials: one for the month, one for the day of the week, one for the date, and a 24-hour indicator with sun and moon phases. The blue hands provide a striking contrast against the white dial.

Setup and Initial Winding

Your Stauer Graves '33 is an automatic watch, meaning it is powered by the motion of your body. It does not require batteries. For initial setup or if the watch has stopped due to lack of wear, follow these steps:

Manual Winding: If the watch has stopped, gently wind the crown (the knob on the side) clockwise 25-50 times, or until you feel slight resistance. This provides the initial power reserve.
Wearing the Watch: Wear the watch daily. Your natural arm movements will keep the automatic movement wound and the watch running accurately.
Storage: When not wearing the watch for extended periods, it is recommended to rest it on its side with the crown facing the ceiling to help maintain more accurate time.

Text explaining the automatic winding feature of the Stauer watch, emphasizing that daily wear powers it and eliminates the need for batteries. — **Figure 4: Automatic Winding Explanation**
This image provides a textual explanation of how the automatic winding mechanism works. It clarifies that daily wear utilizes kinetic energy from body movement to power the watch, negating the need for batteries and reducing the frequency of manual winding.

Operating Your Watch

The Stauer Graves '33 features multiple functions controlled by the crown and pushers.

Setting Time:

Pull the crown out to its outermost position.
Rotate the crown to set the hour and minute hands to the correct time.
Push the crown back in to its original position to start the watch.

Setting Date, Day, and Month:

The watch features small pushers on the side of the casing, typically near the crown, to adjust the subdials. Use a small, non-metallic pointed tool (like a toothpick) to press these recessed buttons.

Identify the specific pusher for each subdial (Month, Day, Date). Refer to the watch's design for their exact locations.
Press the corresponding pusher repeatedly until the correct month, day, or date is displayed.

Understanding the Moon Phase / 24-Hour Indicator:

The subdial often referred to as 'moon phase' on this model functions as a 24-hour indicator, showing whether it is AM or PM. The sun symbol indicates AM hours, and the moon symbol indicates PM hours. This indicator typically advances automatically with the main time.

Maintenance and Care

Cleaning: Wipe the watch case and crystal with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. For the leather band, use a slightly damp cloth and dry immediately. Avoid harsh chemicals.
Water Resistance: While the watch may have some water resistance (e.g., 5 ATM), it is generally not suitable for swimming or showering. Avoid direct contact with water to preserve the leather band and internal mechanisms.
Avoid Extreme Conditions: Protect your watch from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight for prolonged periods, strong magnetic fields, and sudden impacts.
Servicing: Automatic watches benefit from periodic professional servicing (every 3-5 years) to ensure continued accuracy and longevity.

Troubleshooting

Problem	Possible Cause	Solution
Watch stops running or runs intermittently.	Insufficient power reserve (not worn enough).	Manually wind the watch 25-50 times using the crown. Wear the watch daily to keep it wound.
Watch gains or loses time significantly.	Magnetization, impact, or need for servicing.	Avoid strong magnetic fields. If problem persists, seek professional watch repair.
Date/Day/Month display is incorrect.	Incorrect setting.	Use the appropriate recessed pushers to adjust the subdials to the correct values.

Specifications

Model Number: Graves 33
Movement: Automatic, 27 Jewels
Case Material: Gold Finished
Band Material: Brown Leather
Clasp Type: Buckle
Package Dimensions: 10.98 x 2.52 x 1.34 inches
Item Weight: 6.38 ounces
Manufacturer: Stauer
Country of Origin: USA

Warranty and Support

For specific warranty information, please refer to the documentation included with your purchase or visit the official Stauer website. For technical support or service inquiries, please contact Stauer customer service.

You can often find additional resources and contact information on the manufacturer's website: www.stauer.com

A digital version of the manual may also be available: Stauer Graves '33 Manual PDF

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