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Why does the sweep second hand actually jump?

April 26, 2017actually hand jump sweep

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Why does the sweep second hand actually jump?

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The sweep motion of a mechanical watch is quite different than the sweep of a clock. Depending on the beat rate of the movement, the sweep second hand moves 5 8 times per second. Although the name implies a smooth, continuous movement of this hand, it actually jumps when in motion.