Sympathique is a term used to describe a pocket watch that has two independent time-telling mechanisms. One of the mechanisms is a main movement, which tells the time, and the other is a smaller mechanism that is used to indicate the date and other subsidiary functions. The smaller mechanism is often referred to as a “sympathique” movement, as it is linked to the main movement and works in unison with it. Sympathique watches are highly prized by collectors, as they are complex, intricate timepieces that demonstrate the skill and craftsmanship of the maker.
