Do I need to wind my automatic mechanical watch? 28 July 2023 13:07 Updated Automatic watches generate power with the movement of your arm. As long as you’re wearing your watch every day, you probably won’t need to wind it. Related articles My automatic watch stopped. What should I do? What should I do if my automatic watch stops after a period of non-use? How do I wind a hand-wound watch? When and how often do I have to wind up my Oris hand-wound watch? How much does a service cost?