Welcome to Terra
Each watch features a 4.5 billion year-old Gibeon meteorite dial and a chapter ring machined from a proprietary titanium alloy containing authentic Apollo 11 Command Module material. Every piece has also embarked on an incredible journey into space aboard a bespoke launch platform, with craft-mounted cameras providing a powerful visual record of its voyage into the unknown.
This instruction manual covers how to wind your watch, set the time and care for the movement to ensure years of maintenance-free performance.
Setting the Time
Winding the Watch
Maintainance
Storage
When not being worn, store the watch in a flat position away from direct sunlight, moisture and other jewellery that could scratch the case or crystal.
Power Reserve
Fully wound, your watch will run for approximately 38 hours without being worn or wound further. If it has been left unworn for longer than this, be sure to manually wind your watch and reset the time before wearing.
Water Resistance
Your watch is rated to 100m (10 atm). This covers everyday conditions such as rain, hand washing and swimming, but not diving or high-pressure water activities. To ensure your timepiece remains watertight:
- Always ensure the crown is screwed fully before any exposure to water.
- Never operate the crown while the watch is wet or submerged.
- Avoid hot water, including showers and hot tubs – high temperatures can degrade the case seals over time.
- Have the case seals checked at each service as they can lose elasticity with age, regardless of use.
Because the crown is a screw-down design, it must be fully screwed down to seal the case. Always confirm it is tightened before contact with water.
Meteorite Dial Care
Gibeon meteorite is composed of iron-nickel alloy, which in its raw state can oxidise if left exposed to moisture. To combat this, the dial of your watch has been carefully sealed before assembly to protect it against daily wear. To minimise the chances of moisture ingress:
- Clean the crystal and case with a soft, dry microfibre cloth.
- Avoid using solvents, alcohol wipes or household cleaning chemicals on the crystal or case.
- If your watch will not be worn for extended periods, be sure to store it somewhere dry.
General Movement Care
- Keep your Terra away from sources of strong magnetic fields, including laptop speakers, induction chargers and phone cases with magnetic clasps.
- Remove the watch before high-impact activities. Strong knocks can jar the movement, which may affect timekeeping accuracy and/or damage the balance.
- Avoid extended exposure to direct sunlight or extreme heat, as they can negatively impact lubricant and lume performance over time.
- Have the movement serviced every five years. This should include lubrication renewal, a timekeeping check and case seal refreshment/replacement to ensure your watch will run accurately until its next service.
Warranty and Support
Your watch is covered by a 24-month warranty against manufacturing defects. This does not cover regular wear and tear or damage caused by misuse or accident.
Simply contact info@diatomwatches.com or fill the form below to make a claim. Approved claims include free insured return shipping for repair or replacement.
