Retrograde Hand
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A retrograde hand is a type of interesting watch hand that travels around an arc or part of the dial and upon reaching the end of its scale snaps back to its origin point to start over. Traditionally, the hands will turn a full circle, but the retrograde hand goes back lineal, giving a display of its function, which can be hours, minutes, or even power reserve.

The design is one of uniqueness and freshness, yet the functionality of the watch is never compromised. This visual motion is a beautiful effect that has been popular for modern watches that try to retain the old timekeeping tradition with modern designs. The detail engineering involved in the movements to push back is an area where the watchmaker must be suitably fine-tuned and diligent.

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