The mesmerizing sweep of a mechanical watch's second hand isn't a continuous glide — it's just ticking multiple times per second, unlike a quartz watch that ticks once per second in visible steps. Mechanical watches are also less accurate than quartz overall because springs, cogs, and gears introduce more variance than electronic regulation, and even wrist position affects accuracy.
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