DuFrane Watches Littlefield GMT Watch Owner’s Manual
- July 2, 2024
- DuFrane Watches
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DuFrane Watches Littlefield GMT Watch
Product Information
Specifications:
- Brand: DuFrane Watches
- Model: Littlefield GMT
- Location: Designed and engineered in Austin, Texas
- Warranty: International two-year warranty
Product Usage Instructions
Setting and Using the GMT Hand:
To set the GMT hand on your Littlefield watch, follow these steps:
- Pull the crown out to the first position to adjust the GMT hand independently from the other hands.
- Rotate the crown to move the GMT hand to the desired time zone.
- Push the crown back in once the GMT hand is set.
Adjusting the Bracelet:
To adjust the bracelet size using the D|Adjust buckle system:
- Press on the PUSH spring-loaded lever on the back of the buckle to release the adjusting glide.
- Move the bracelet to your desired position.
To remove the bracelet use the D|Change feature:
- Squeeze the spring bar together via the knobs located on the solid end links.
- Pull to remove the bracelet without any tools.
FAQ
What is covered under the warranty?
The warranty covers manufacturing defects resulting from normal use. Components recorded as defective during the warranty period will be replaced free of charge.
What is not covered under the warranty?
Accidental damage, scratches, theft, normal wear and tear, and physical damage to specific components like the case, crystal, bracelet, bezel, etc., are not covered under the warranty.
How often should maintenance be performed?
It is recommended to bring your watch to a watch repair facility every 5-7 years for regular maintenance. If you notice significant performance issues sooner, such as running fast or slow by more than +/- 3 minutes a day, service should be done sooner.
Thank you and welcome!
Thank you for purchasing your new DuFrane Watches Littlefield GMT watch! From
Austin, Texas, I am committed to designing and engineering stylish pieces that
will provide years of trouble-free timekeeping. This guide provides
operational instructions, as well as some best practices, for caring for your
new timepiece.
Operation
- POSITION 1- unscrew the crown counterclockwise, a crown will gently pop out for manual winding.
- POSITION 2- gently pull out the crown with one click, turning clockwise will advance the 24-hour hand, and turning counterclockwise will advance the date disc.
- POSITION 3- gently pull out the crown second click to set the time. This halts the second hand, also called hacking.
The Littlefield uses a Swiss Sellita SW330-1 mechanical automatic movement. An automatic movement winds itself with the normal daily movements of your wrist. If your watch has sat unworn for a few days and has stopped, simply unscrew the crown (it will slightly ‘pop out’) to position 1, and gently turn the crown clockwise 15-20 turns. This will start the watch and you can then set the time and date. When fully wound, the Littlefield will run for approximately 42 hours. It is recommended to set the time first before adjusting the date, noting if it is set to AM or PM. Meaning, that when the time passes noon position, the date either changes or does not.
NOTE:
- Date correction should not be done when the time is between 8 pm to 2 am as the watch gearing will already be aligning itself to change the date at midnight.
- Always make sure to screw the crown back flush with the case after winding or adjusting the time. This ensures the case maintains its’ water integrity.
Setting and Using the GMT Hand
Set the time in your new destination by unscrewing and pulling the crown into
position 3. Change the hour/ minute hands until they indicate the desired
time.
Push the crown into position 2 and turn clockwise, adjusting the GMT hand
around the 24-hour scale on the bezel until you have the right time at home.
EXAMPLE:
If you’re travelling from Austin at 12:10 to London, you would turn the
hour/minute hands to 6:10 (Austin time is six hours behind London) and rotate
the GMT hand around to the 12:10 position. Once set, it means that, for
example, you can gauge the time to call home without waking folks in the
middle of the night!
Adjusting the Bracelet
Your Littlefield includes the D|Adjust buckle system, which means you can easily adjust the size of the bracelet by up to 10mm, simply by pressing on the “PUSH” spring-loaded lever on the back of the buckle. You will see/feel some small ribs on the lever. Depress this to release the adjusting glide, and move to your desired position.
The bracelet also includes the D|Change feature which allows you to remove the bracelet without any tools. There are two small knobs on the spring bars located on the back side of the solid end links. Using your fingernails, squeeze the spring bar together via the knobs, and pull to remove the bracelet.
NOTE:
It is highly recommended that all screw pins on the bracelet are affixed with
a tiny dab of Loctite Blue 242. During normal wear, the screw bars may
unscrew. During initial sizing by a reputable jeweller or if you do this
yourself, it is a best practice to remove all screw pins and reinsert after a
tiny drop of Loctite is applied. DuFrane is not responsible for lost pins or
potential damage caused by these screw pins coming unseated.
Basic Care
Your Littlefield is made with durable, marine-grade 316L stainless steel. I have applied a DLC coating to the entire case and bracelet to increase the scratch resistance as the polished surfaces will show some scratches easier than the brushed stainless steel. The Vickers count is 800, which is about 5 times more scratch-resistant than untreated stainless steel. It should withstand normal daily bumps and knocks quite effectively. Additionally, the sapphire crystal is extremely hard and very scratch-resistant, second only to diamonds. Any soft cloth works very well to clean the crystal and case to remove light dirt and smudge marks.
Water
The Littlefield is rated for 330 feet of water pressure, or 100 meters
(10ATM). If you do take your Littlefield into saltwater, it’s a good idea to
simply run fresh water over it to clean off any salt residue. It is also
recommended to remove your watch before hot water activities (such as hot tub
or shower). The differences in expansion rates for silicone/rubber (the
gaskets that seal the watch) and the metal case itself vary, so there is a
slight possibility of introducing water inside the case in extreme examples.
It is very unlikely, but it is still a best practice to remove your watch
before entering hot water.
WARRANTY
- Your Littlefield comes with an international two-year warranty, starting from the Date of Shipment as noted on your Warranty Card. Since I do not operate a retail store, but rather I build each piece and ship it directly to you, the Date of Shipping will be noted on each Warranty Card (so keep it!).
- What does this mean? If your DuFrane Watch fails due to a manufacturing defect resulting in normal use, I will replace it free of charge with any defective component appropriately recorded during a technical evaluation during the warranty period. Simply fill out the information on the Warranty page on www.dufranewatches.com to start the process.
- What isn’t covered? Accidental damage, scratches, theft and normal wear and tear are not warrantable items. Additionally, this warranty does not cover any damage to the watch case, crystal, watch bracelet/band, bezel, straps, screws, crown/stem, finishes, clasps/buckles, or any other physical damage to the watch. Don’t improperly use or mistreat your watch, and it can last for many decades.
MAINTENANCE
Since only genuine Swiss movements are used, any reputable watch repair facility can tune and perform regular maintenance. It is recommended that every 5-7 years, bring your watch into a watch repair facility for service, unless you notice performance issues such as running fast or slow by more than +/- 3 minutes a day before the ~5-year interval, then bring it in for service sooner. These are mechanical marvels. However, they rely on jewels and oils to keep friction to a minimum. And just like anything mechanical (a car, motorcycle, guitar…), maintenance needs to be performed.
CONTACT
- Should you need to reach me for anything, please email me at howdy@dufranewatches.com.
- www.dufranewatches.com IG dufrane_watches.