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Re: Nato for a 1163T 'Siffert'
In Response To: Re: Nato for a 1163T 'Siffert' ()

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I have only changed straps on mine, so you'll need someone like Abel (also Craig at Chronodeco (and also a forum member)) or many other forum members to answer your alignment question. I'd be surprised if you don't get some direct email advice - lots of nice and knowledgeable guys on here.

To wind it, if you're right-handed, turn the watch so that the 12 is towards you and the crown is now on facing right like a typical watch. Now wind it just like it was a typical watch. Voila. Or, wind in the direction of more resistance. There is a faint ratcheting sound/feel if you wind in the other direction.

Send us some pics of the Natos on it.
Mike

: Hi Elfuego,

: It is a little bit off center the same amount in every position. Is
: it simple to re-align this on my own?

: Also, with winding the 1163T, which way should I wind it if the
: crown is facing me? Clockwise or counterclockwise? I notice that
: rotating it clockwise gives a lot of resistance while clicking,
: but the other way is smooth and gives no resistance. I could
: wait a day or two until it runs out and try one of those ways
: and see what happens, but I guess if anyone has a quick answer
: that would be great.

: Thanks!

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