Skagen Men's Holst Automatic Stainless Steel Skeleton Watch (Model SKW6710)

Introduction

This manual provides essential instructions for the proper use and care of your Skagen Men's Holst Automatic Stainless Steel Skeleton Watch, Model SKW6710. This timepiece features a 42mm stainless steel case, an automatic movement with an open heart dial, and a black leather strap. Please read this guide thoroughly to ensure optimal performance and longevity of your watch.

Image: Front view of the Skagen Men's Holst Automatic Stainless Steel Skeleton Watch, showcasing the silver guilloché textured dial, open heart movement, and black leather strap.

Setup

1. Unboxing and Inspection

Carefully remove your watch from its packaging. Inspect the watch for any visible damage or missing components. The package should contain the Skagen Holst watch and this instruction manual.

Image: The white Skagen brand box, typically containing the watch and documentation.

2. Initial Winding

Your Skagen Holst watch is an automatic timepiece, meaning it is powered by the motion of your wrist. It does not use a battery. If the watch has stopped or has not been worn for an extended period, it will require an initial manual winding to start the movement and build up a power reserve.

• To manually wind the watch, ensure the crown (the small knob on the side of the watch) is in its innermost position (position 0).
• Rotate the crown clockwise approximately 20-30 times. You may hear a slight clicking sound. This will provide enough power to start the watch.
• Once started, wearing the watch regularly will keep it wound through your natural arm movements.

3. Setting the Time

• Gently pull the crown out to position 1.
• Rotate the crown either clockwise or counter-clockwise to set the hour and minute hands to the correct time.
• Once the time is set, push the crown back into its innermost position (position 0) to engage the movement and start the watch.

Image: Side view of the watch, highlighting the crown used for winding and setting the time.

4. Adjusting the Strap

The watch features a black leather strap with a buckle closure. Adjust the strap to a comfortable fit on your wrist, ensuring it is not too tight or too loose.

Image: Close-up of the Skagen watch buckle on the leather strap.

Image: The Skagen Holst watch displayed on a wrist, demonstrating its appearance when worn.

Operating Your Automatic Watch

Your Skagen Holst watch is powered by an automatic mechanical movement. This means it harnesses energy from the natural motion of your arm and wrist. It does not require a battery.

• Self-Winding: As you wear the watch, an oscillating weight inside the movement rotates, winding the mainspring and storing energy.
• Power Reserve: A fully wound automatic watch typically has a power reserve of approximately 36-40 hours. If the watch is not worn for this duration, it will stop.
• Restarting: If the watch stops, simply manually wind it as described in the 'Initial Winding' section, or wear it for a few hours to allow the automatic mechanism to build up power.

Maintenance

Cleaning Your Watch

• Case and Crystal: Wipe the stainless steel case and mineral crystal with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. For stubborn smudges, a slightly damp cloth can be used, followed by immediate drying.
• Leather Strap: Avoid prolonged exposure of the leather strap to water, direct sunlight, and harsh chemicals. Clean with a soft, dry cloth. If the strap becomes damp, allow it to air dry naturally, away from direct heat.

Water Resistance

Your Skagen Holst watch is water resistant up to 30 meters (3 ATM). This rating means the watch is suitable for everyday use and can withstand splashes, rain, or brief immersion in water. It is not suitable for showering, bathing, swimming, snorkeling, or any water sports where it might be submerged for extended periods or subjected to high water pressure.

• Always ensure the crown is fully pushed in before any contact with water.
• Do not operate the crown while the watch is wet or submerged.

Storage

When not wearing your watch, store it in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, extreme temperatures, and strong magnetic fields, which can affect the accuracy of mechanical movements.

Troubleshooting

• Watch Not Running:
  If your watch has stopped, it likely needs to be wound. Manually wind the watch by rotating the crown clockwise 20-30 times while it is in the innermost position. Alternatively, wear the watch for several hours to allow the automatic movement to build up power.
• Inaccurate Time:
  Automatic watches can experience slight variations in accuracy. If the watch is consistently running too fast or too slow, ensure it is being worn regularly enough to maintain a sufficient power reserve. Exposure to strong magnetic fields can also affect accuracy; keep the watch away from magnets. If the issue persists, professional servicing may be required.
• Moisture Inside the Watch:
  If you notice condensation or moisture inside the watch crystal, this indicates a breach in the water resistance. Immediately take the watch to an authorized service center to prevent further damage to the movement.
• Strap Discomfort or Damage:
  The leather strap is interchangeable. If the strap becomes worn or damaged, it can be replaced with a new 22mm strap.

Specifications

Image: A visual guide illustrating various round watch case sizes, including 42mm, for reference on wrist fit.

Warranty and Support

For detailed warranty information, please refer to the official Skagen website or contact your authorized retailer. Skagen provides customer support for product inquiries, service, and repairs.

Official Skagen Website: www.skagen.com

Please retain your proof of purchase for any warranty claims or service requests.