Hanhart Unveils the AQUASPHERE Ocean Fade

Hanhart has remained true to its roots while evolving with modern expectations, and today, its timepieces reflect a refined balance of heritage craftsmanship and technical innovation. One of the brand’s most robust contemporary lines is the AQUASPHERE collection, a series of diving watches purpose-built for professionals and demanding enthusiasts alike. This summer, the collection welcomes a new addition, the AQUASPHERE Ocean Fade.

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Impulse

Impulse

refers to the push or force required to maintain the oscillation of the balance wheel in a mechanical watch. The balance wheel, along with the hairspring, regulates the accuracy of time display in the watch. The impulse is provided by the escapement mechanism, which interacts with the balance wheel, allowing it to move forward and then releasing it at the right moment for it to swing back (oscillate back and forth).

Watchmakers focus on designing, adjusting, and lubricating the escapement mechanism to improve the impulse and achieve good timekeeping performance.

Quartz watches do not rely on impulse as they use a different mechanism based on the oscillation of a quartz crystal.