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Watch movements are generally sensitive to magnetic fields, and can become magnetized and lose accuracy. Some watch models explicitly advertise their level of resistance to magnetism, for instance the Rolex Milgauss, which is designed to withstand 1,000 ("mille") gauss.


Omega has watches that are METAS certified, so they resist up to 15000 gauss. They use silicon balance and silicon escapement.




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