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The best watch winders of 2020

Posted on 4 January 2020 at 6:25 PM

When it comes to watch winders, we offer enough choice in our webshop. In our collection of watch winder brands we offer differences in price, quality and appearance. When you are looking for a watch winder of good quality, you will want to set certain requirements. Because what exactly is a good watch winder and what conditions must it meet? And what are the best watch winders in this new year? In other words, what are the best watch winders of 2020?

If we look at the best watch winders in 2020, it is important to look at the history of a brand. There are brands with years of experience in this field, which know what the most important conditions are for a good quality watch winder and also have a high regard for innovation and development. In the field of the most modern technology and high-quality materials, they have the right knowledge to put the best of the best on the market. Of course a good watch winder is not only about quality and functionality, but also the looks. The right watch winder not only winds your watches in the right way, but is also a valuable aesthetic addition to your collection. In addition, a good watch winder protects your watches against external influences and prevents wear. Purchasing a good watch winder is therefore not always easy. Price range, functions and design play a major role.

The choice of a good watch winder is therefore of great importance if you are careful with your automatic watches. In short, the right watch winder is made of good and durable materials, provided with high-quality technology, reliable and suitable for automatic watches from all well-known watch brands. In addition, it is a big advantage if the watch winder is easy to operate and equipped with a quiet and energy-efficient motor. Products with a "Swiss made" label guarantee durability, quality and reliability. The watch winder brands Swiss Kubik and Bernard Favre are examples of brands with Swiss quality. The Dutch brand Benson has also achieved a good reputation with its Benson Black series watch winders. These watch winders are equipped with a silent Japanese motor. In addition to a high-quality engine, these three brands also have a common denominator. They are all equipped with modern techniques and extra functionalities. Consider, for example, an overwhelming protection and individually adjustable rotors. The Benson Black series also include LED lighting and an innovative touchscreen. The watch winders from both Bernard Favre and the Benson Black series also have a choice of different winding programs, making them suitable for any watch.

The watch winders of these three quality brands all have a luxurious look and are made from high-quality materials. Think of wood, stainless steel PVD, glass and leather. The Bernard Favre Planet watch winders have a unique appearance with the so-called "Planet Winding System" where the watch turns on its own axis during excitement, as if it were a planet. Swiss Kubik is characterized by compact and cube-shaped watch winders, in which the smaller models are very handy and therefore easy to carry. The Benson Black series show a plus because of the drawer at the bottom, which offers extra space to store other jewelry or, for example, cufflinks and rings. Both Bernard Favre, Swiss Kubik and the Benson Black series watch winders offer you a view of the watch during the winding process. This can also be an important condition for automatic watch enthusiasts.

Although the quality of a product is of course important, there is no doubt about taste. In terms of functionality and capacity, it naturally depends on what is important to you. If you want to be able to easily take your watch winder on a trip, a compact design is important. And then it can also be useful when it is powered by a battery. However, if you want a watch winder for your collection of watches, you will rather opt for a watch winder that offers space for multiple watches at the same time. But whatever your taste is and whatever conditions you set, these three watch winder brands are sure to have a watch winder of your choice.

Benson watch winders are the most attractive in terms of price. Swiss Kubik is slightly above this price and Bernard Favre watch winders are very luxurious and therefore more expensive. These brands have one thing in common; they wind every automatic watch effortlessly and safely. We have most watch winders of these brands in stock and available immediately. Every watch winder is extensively tested and checked by us before shipment. We supply every watch winder with warranty, manual and sturdy packaging. Of course we ship worldwide via DPD, Post and Fedex. You can pay by iDeal, credit card, Paypal and via bank transfer.

Would you like to receive advice about our watch winder brands, functions and features? Please contact us. With more than 15 years of experience in the field of watch winders, we are happy to help you!

Swiss made watch winders

Posted on 20 December 2019 at 9:37 AM

A beautiful automatic watch or watch collection requires a worthy watch winder of good quality. Anyone who knows a little about watches knows that Switzerland is the watch country, and that watches and watch winders with the "Swiss made" label guarantee precision and perfection. Watches and watch winders made in Switzerland are known for their reliability and durability. In Switzerland we therefore not only find beautiful watch brands and luxury watches, but also producers of unique and high-quality watch winders. Examples of Swiss watch winders are RDI, Swiss Kubik and Bernard Favre. The watch winders of these brands are a perfect combination with Swiss watches.

Every Swiss watch winder brand is unique and has its own beautiful features. However, they also have many things in common, including the use of state-of-the-art technology and materials, a long service life and a luxurious appearance. Swiss Kubik is characterized by compact modern designs and offers watch winders with different capacities. Swiss Kubik offers watch winders for a single watch, but also watch winders for a collection of automatic watches. In the collection of Swiss Kubik there is diversity in appearance of the watch winders. Through lively use of color, but also through the use of different types of materials such as wood and leather, watch winders are suitable for various collections.

At the RDI brand we see handmade watch winders with a special design. For the design of the watch winders, a collaboration has been entered into with artists who have found their inspiration in nature, among other things. This has resulted in very special watch winders that would not look out of place in any interior. A combination of sleek design and beautiful shapes and colors make these watch winders into real pieces of art. The motors of these watch winders are very quiet, which makes them very pleasant to use. A nice choice for someone who likes a unique design.

Bernard Favre has watch winders in the collection that wind according the Planetary system. This gives an unique look and is a very special way of winding automatic watches. The look of the watch winders from Bernard Favre is very luxurious and watching the watch when it is wound up is a fascinating sight. The glass bell jar that can be placed over the watch winder ensures that the watch is protected and at the same time does not obscure what is happening.

In short, are you looking for a good quality watch winder? Take a look at the Swiss watch winders for a guaranteed success story!

How can you best place a watch in a watch winder?

Posted on 10 December 2019 at 2:49 PM

The watch winder as a watch accessory is intended to wind automatic watches, so that they do not stand still if they are not worn. The true watch enthusiast knows exactly what a watch winder is and how it works. However, there are also many people who have a collection of watches including automatic watches and want to buy a watch winder for the first time. On our website we tell you more about watch winders, the most important functions and which features you should pay more attention to when buying a watch winder. In this blog article we deal with the question how you can best place a watch in a watch winder.

To answer this question correctly, it is important to make a distinction between watch winders with a watch holder and a cushion. For watch winders with a watch holder, place the watch around the watch holder and then click the watch holder in the watch winder. This makes it secure and the watch cannot fall out. This risk is there with watch winders with cushions. You place the watch around the cushion and then place the cushion in the watch winder. It is not clicked into the watch winder, which in theory could cause the cushion with the watch to fall out. This could damage the watch.

Our advice is to always choose a watch winder where the watch holder is clicked into the watch winder. A good example of brands that offer this technique are Benson, Paul Design, Swiss Kubik and Heisse & Söhne. These brands not only offer good watch holders but also the other properties are of good quality.

To properly energize an automatic watch, the angle at which the watch turns is important. After all, if the angle is not sufficient, the rotor of the timepiece will not rotate and therefore the watch will not receive any energy. The best is a watch winder where the rotors are placed vertically and the watch is positioned upright in the watch winder. This ensures that the rotor is always sufficiently moved when the watch winder starts to turn. A watch winder that is too horizontal will not wind automatic watches. This is not due to the watches, but to the watch winder itself that is not in the right position.

It may make sense for watch lovers and those who have used a watch winder more often, but place a watch with the dial facing you in the watch winder. In other words, the watch face is still visible when the watch is in the watch winder. Of course it is important to properly secure the watch around the watch holder by means of the buckle or clasp of the watch so that it cannot fall off. If this does happen, the watch can be damaged or damage the inside of the watch winder.

A good position of the watch is very important. The position is determined by the watch winder itself and the watch holders. But just as important is that the watch holder is flexible and suitable for large and small automatic watches. This allows you to wind different automatic watches in the watch winder. Regardless of brand, model, men's or women's watches.

In conclusion, we can say that a watch winder that is vertical and has good watch holders is the best choice. Always be careful when placing watches in a watch winder so that they cannot fall out when the watch winder is running. This prevents damage to watches and the watch winder itself. After all, you want the best for your automatic watches!

Which country do the best watch winders come from?

Posted on 13 November 2019 at 1:19 PM

Watch winders come in many shapes and sizes and of course in different price ranges. The various different watch winders come from countries such as Germany, Switzerland, Italy and the United States, but also from China. What are the main advantages and disadvantages of watch winders from these different countries and the brands from these countries?

The differences in price, material, design and quality vary. Regarding the price, the most affordable watch winders come from China. But when you go for sustainability and quality in addition to a good and realistic price, is this still the right choice?

Switzerland is widely known as a watch country pur sang. Watch winders are of course irrefutably connected with this. Swiss-made watch winders from brands such as Swiss Kubik, Bernard Favre and RDI offer high-quality watch winders. The purchase price is higher than with watch winders from, for example, China, but with a Swiss-made label the durability and quality are guaranteed. Modern technology and unique designs ensure that you have an exceptional piece with a watch winder from Switzerland. With the extensive tests that the watch winders have to undergo and the high demands that are made according to the "Swiss made" designation, you are assured of a reliable and durable watch winder.

Chronovision is a high-quality watch winder brand from Germany. The German quality is one that, like the Swiss quality, is known as reliable and durable. Also the watch winders from Germany are initially more expensive than the watch winders from China. However, you will receive the necessary durability and guarantee in return. The Chronovision watch winders are made with materials from the Sauerland region and are often processed by hand. Each Chronovision watch winder consists of seventy parts and is assembled in twenty-three steps. All precision work and this also involves a lot of checking and testing. Chronovision is entitled to carry the "made in Germany" label that only happens when a brand meets the German standard. In addition, Chronovision provides technical gadgets such as a Bluetooth connection and an adjustable number of revolutions and direction of rotation is therefore very functional.

Orbita watch winders come from the United States. A brand that offers high quality and is also higher in purchase price. Before they started producing the high-quality watch winders, the people behind Orbita studied the operation of the watch very well. The corporate philosophy is: "creating products with lasting value and exceptional attention to detail, as well as products that people like to use." Innovation and quality are paramount at this brand. So you definitely get value for money.

The watch winders from Italy of the Scatola del Tempo brand are also of very high quality. The luxurious appearance of the watch winders, partly due to the beautiful use of materials, is characteristic. This brand is also in a higher price range, but goes for absolute class, style and quality. Many tests and developments have also been preceded by this.

In short, watch winders from Germany, Switzerland, Italy and the United States are considerably more expensive to purchase than a watch winder from China. But this often translates into sustainability, use of materials, guarantee, the hand of a professional and reliability. In addition, with the somewhat more expensive watch winders you can discover designs that are not only functional, but also a unique addition to your interior and collection. When you choose a watch winder from China, good research is very important. Are the required options present (for example, is it possible to rotate to both sides?) And what about the warranty?

In our webshop you will find watch winder brands that all meet our high standard. We have been working for many years with these brands that have proven their quality. As an official dealer we offer certainty, competitive prices and always a solution if there is a defect.

What is a watch winder and how does it work?

Posted on 15 October 2019 at 3:43 PM

A watch winder is a device that provides automatic watches with energy by rotating them slowly. If you do not wear an automatic watch, it will stop after 32-42 hours. Automatic watches wind up automatically by wearing them. You can also wind them up and provide them with energy by rotating the crown of the watch. A watch winder simulates the wearing of a watch so that the spring in the automatic movement remains tense and the watch keeps running. You do not have to reset the time, date and other functions of the watch.

A good watch winder always functions in a program. After rotating for a few minutes, the watch winder pauses for a while before starting the rotation again. This cycle repeats itself time after time again. The pause relieves the spring of the automatic movement inside the watch, as is the case with normal wearing of a watch. After all, you and therefore your watch, are not constantly in motion. Thanks to the simulation of wrist movement, the automatic watch continues to be supplied with energy and keeps running smoothly.

Do I need a watch winder?

A watch winder offers several advantages. Not only do all automatic watches continue to run correctly on time, it also ensures that the crown does not have to be opened and closed for constantly setting the time, date and/or other functions. The crown is one of the most vulnerable parts of a watch and by using a watch winder you do not have to open and close it all the time. This prevents risk of damage to the watch.

Functionality is the most important characteristic of a watch winder. The watch winder ensures that all watches are supplied with energy and can therefore be worn immediately. It saves time and effort. In addition, watch winders are more and more beautifully designed, making them real eye catchers. The design and looks of a watch winder are paramount as well, thereby it's a handy and nice addition to a watch collection.

By storing the automatic watches in a watch winder you also offer safety to your watches. Most watch winders can be closed and the watches inside are therefore less likely to be exposed to dust, condensation and for example children's hands. In addition, you have the entire collection in one place, which gives you a good overview of your watches.

Is a watch winder bad for automatic watches?

No, a watch winder is a handy and functional accessory for an automatic watch. The watch winder offers many advantages and a good unit is extremely safe to use. A good watch winder has "overwind" protection by making use of moments of rest while winding. In addition, every modern automatic watch also has a built-in mechanism to prevent overwinding Because of this there are two mechanisms that make a watch winder extremely safe for winding automatic watches. Given the many advantages described above, a watch winder has a positive influence.

Which watch winder do I need?

We apply the rule that 90% of all automatic watches are clockwise wound up at 900 TPD (rotations per day). This has to do with the movement used by the watch brand inside the watch. Different automatic movements require different winding requirements. So there are exceptions, because there are also automatic watches that are wound counterclockwise on 600 TPD. Or watches that are wound clockwise and counter-clockwise on 900 TPD. All our watch winders, regardless of brand/model, offer perfect winding for every automatic watch. Most watch winders in our collection offer the possibility to adjust each individual rotor based on direction of rotation and TPD. This allows you to set each watch individually, regardless of brand or model. There are also various databases available online where you can look up an automatic watch and then see the desired settings.

Where do I buy the best watch winders?

Our advice is to always buy from a specialist. We have more than 15 years of experience in the field of watch winders and are official dealers of more than 15 watch winder brands such as Swiss Kubik, Orbita and Benson. As an official dealer, we offer the latest collections, best brands and a wide range of prices and materials. In addition, as an official dealer we offer certainty and a clear guarantee. After all, if something is wrong with the watch winder you can always come back to us for help, advice, service and/or repair.

Which watch winder brands do you recommend?

There are several good watch winder brands available. We advise you to buy a brand that is well known, has a wide collection and uses reliable technology. Avoid Amazon, Ebay and Alibaba. Here you will find mostly unbranded Chinese products whose electronics and motors are of dubious quality. The noise level, power consumption and the motors are often aspects that are considerably worse than with renowned watch winder brands. Often a cheap purchase then leads to an expensive purchase. Do you want a good watch winder especially for a beautiful collection of automatic watches?