The Alpina 594CS is a manual-wind chronograph movement with 60s and 30min functions. It features a pillar wheel mechanism for smooth operation. The movement includes a sub-second hand for precise timekeeping. The day and month functions can be set using a pusher located at 10 o'clock. The day function requires a deeper push, while the month function needs to be set manually. Additionally, the movement includes a date hand and moon phase function, adjustable with a pusher at 8 o'clock. For accurate moon phase adjustment, a deeper push is required. The Alpina 594CS movement was predominantly used in watches manufactured around 1950.