Hi Filip, I've just double checked my 7734 Carrera-type and mine DOES work as you describe, which is how I set the date (if it's not too far out! ;-)). I've heard both sides of the argument but never thought winding back to be an issue.

Best,

Steve

: Hi all, quick question: can I quickset the date on a Valjoux 7734
: like we do on the cal 11-12 by winding back and fro between
: 9-12?
: I've heard somewhere winding a manual wound backwards does put a
: lot of strain on the movement so should be avoided, and others
: say it's just fine.
: Any definitive answer?

: Thanks,
: Filip