The Kienzle 089/40 watch movement features minute wheel and automatic transmission wheel running on ruby studs in early samples. It is an automatic movement with a 12-hour and 24-hour display, center hands. It includes a sweep second function, as well as a date function that can be quick-set by repeated pulling and pushing of the crown. The movement offers shock protection and is automatic. It also features a sweep seconds hand and a calendar function. The Kienzle 089/40 movement was commonly used in watches around the 1970s period.