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Must Know Before You Buy A Watch Winder

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All you need to know before buying a watch winder

All manufacturers of automatic watches suggest a minimum TPD (Turns Per Day) for their timepieces.

Please be aware that we are discussing the MINIMUM TPD, as it is common for the TPD to be higher during regular use; particularly for athletes, the TPD may rise up to 3x or more without causing any harm to the main spring. This is due to the fact that all automatic watches manufactured in recent decades feature a slipping clutch that safeguards the mainspring from over-winding or damage. 

Consequently, properly designed watch winders cannot harm the movement of an automatic watch unless the winder has a magnetic effect on the watch. 

All of our winders are free from magnetic effects... -take care when purchasing from other online Sites!

Re: Which watch winder to buy

Once you have determined how many watches will be wound by the watch winders, the next step is to decide whether the winder(s) will be kept in a safe or cupboard, or be displayed prominently in a room.

If it is going to be concealed, there's no need to invest additional funds in its appearance. However, if you would like the winder to set off the watch and be admired for its design and craftsmanship, we offer an extensive range of watch winders to feast your eyes on.

This is clearly a personal choice.

Our watch winders are extremely quiet and will service the heaviest chronometers, suitable for both small and large wrist sizes, as well as various watch bracelets and straps. They operate flawlessly and comply with the TPD (Turns Per Day) specifications published by Rolex, Omega, TAG, Breitling, and all other popular brand manufacturers.

Settings can be adjusted for various TPD or time-set intervals and can be configured to rotate clockwise, anticlockwise, or alternate in both directions (with resting periods) that replicate the action of wearing a watch on the wrist.

The majority operate using an AC adapter, a few rely solely on batteries, and  some allow for both power sources.

A comprehensive 12-month warranty (24 months on all BOXY products) covers workmanship, including motors and electronics.

Warranty claims, of which we have had very few in our 35 years of selling watch winders, are covered by our in-house repair/exchange service, which is fully stocked with spare parts.

We may be able to offer 3rd party winder repairs/service provided the winder panels are not glued together  :-(

We have a most unique modular Brick watch winder system (as well as the new released Fancy Bricks), which allows Brick watch winder modules to be added as the need arises.  The Brick range of winders is our best seller and has been a global success for the manufacturer.

We offer a 30-day, no questions asked money-back guaranty(buyer pays return postage), should the winder not fully meet your expectations.

For our International Clientele we provide your country-compliant plug to fit  your power wall socket


There seems to be some confusion regarding the proper use of a watch winder.- Consider the following to decide whether to purchase a watch winder:

  • Investing in a winder is advisable for watches with multiple complications, which include time, date, moon phase, etc and perpetual calendar, as should the watch stop when not being worn, it may require some effort to reset it to the correct time and functions.
  • If you own a collection of watches, it may be advisable to think about using winders.
  • And finally, you might want to limit the use of your timepiece for special occasions only and keep it on a watch winder until worn again

A watch that is worn daily will need servicing sooner than one that is worn only from time to time.
An overhaul service typically ranges from 0 to 00 for the average luxury timepiece, usually needed every 4 to 6 years with daily wear.
Watches with only Hour and Minute hands can be easily reset to the current time when they stop. The act of rewinding and resetting adds to the enjoyment of interacting with such an exquisite timepiece. 

Therefore, for watches with just Hour & Minute hands, we recommend against using a winder that keeps it constantly ticking; instead, it’s best to wear it for a day or so at least once a month.
Our director's collection is displayed on watch winders that are activated once a month to operate for a day and then turn off until next month, allowing the lubricants to function properly—except for the perpetual calendar watch, which winds continuously. 
This strategy guarantees longer intervals between services and minimises wear and tear.

Here are the links to our STANDARD BOXY BRICK WINDERS   and  FANCY BOXY BRICK WINDERS  

Now that you have some basic understanding of how, why & and when not to buy a watch winder, we have included a few TPD data for some of the most popular watch brands below.

Only a few brands are covered here to demonstrate the various TPDs.
We have an extensive database that covers most brands if you need to know the TPD for your own timepiece(s). We can also recommend TPD for an automatic watch that may not be published or is unavailable for whatever reason.

Certain tests can be performed to determine the "minimum" TPD for ANY watch. We can assist if needed.

Below are TPD tables for some of the popular brands of models; the list is incomplete; we can provide TPD for any Brands/Models that you may own.

ROLEX:

Rolex Model

TPD (Turns Per Day)

Direction

Notes

Submariner

650-800

Bidirectional

All references

GMT-Master II

650-800

Bidirectional

All references

Daytona

650-800

Bidirectional

Chronograph models

Datejust

650-800

Bidirectional

All sizes

Day-Date

650-800

Bidirectional

Presidential models

Oyster Perpetual

650-800

Bidirectional

All sizes

Yacht-Master

650-800

Bidirectional

All references

Sea-Dweller

650-800

Bidirectional

Including Deep-Sea

Explorer

650-800

Bidirectional

I & II

Milgauss

650-800

Bidirectional

Anti-magnetic model

Sky-Dweller

650-800

Bidirectional

Annual calendar


OMEGA:

AMERICA’S CUP Chronograph Caliber 3303 CW 650-800
AMERICA’S CUP Racing Chronograph Caliber 3602 CW 800
AQUARELLA Caliber 2200 Both 650
CONSTELLATION Aquila Upgrade Berenices: 1900 Caliber 1120 Both 650



TAG:

1000 Meter (Specialist) Base ETA 2824-2 Both 650
2000 Aquagraph: CN211A Calibre 60 Both 650
2000 Aquaracer Automatic (2005): WAB2010, WAB2011 Calibre 5 Both 650



ORIS:

1904 Centennial Set Steel Worldtimer Oris 690 Both 650
Artelier Alarm Oris 908 CW 800
Artelier Big Date Oris 665 Both 650



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