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!

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.

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?

Every watch fan knows the problem that an automatic watch looses energy if it is not worn. You then have to reset the time and date by pulling out the crown. This process takes time, is inconvenient and can also pose a risk to the watch. After all, the crown is one of the most fragile parts of a watch.

Fortunately there is a solution. The watch winder. A watch winder is a device that rotates the automatic watches slowly so that the automatic watch acquires and retains energy. This way the watch is always on time and you have no risk of damaging the watch when you open the crown.

There are all kinds of watch winders, in different sizes, styles and price ranges. But how do you buy a good watch winder? What should you pay attention to and what should you not buy? The answer is simple. Always choose a watch winder that is large enough for your collection of automatic watches and take into account any changes in the collection. In addition, it is important to choose a watch winder that offers all the functionalities to wind your automatic watches. It is important here that the watch winder can turn clockwise and counter clockwise, because one watch receives energy with clockwise rotation and the other watch with countrer clockwise rotation. Most watch winders have the option of running at 900 or 1000 revolutions per day (TPD) which is sufficient for 95% of all automatic watches. There are also watch winders, for example from the Dutch brand Benson, where you can choose from different TPDs. For example 600, 900, 1200, 1500 etc etc. This makes you flexible and can easily wind up all automatic watches, regardless of brand or model. Another good example are the Heisse & Söhne and Paul Design watch winders.

What should you not buy? In our experience (15 years) we would not recommend a watch winder for sale on Amazon, Alibaba etc etc. These are often "low-end" products that often make a lot of noise after a while, can burn out or even break completely. In this case, a cheap purchase becomes expensive. Choose a watch winder from a famous brand. Do you want the best for your automatic watches? And certainly not run a risk with your beautiful watches?

You can buy a good watch winder in any price range. The price is not leading. However, more expensive watch winders, such as brands such as Bernard Favre, Orbita or Swiss Kubik, are often equipped with better motors, offer more functions and often have a lower noise level. With the Dutch brand Benson you can already buy an excellent watch winder for one watch for 169.00 euros.

Are you not sure? Contact us and ask for advice. 

Watch winders can be found in all kinds of styles, sizes and price classes. There are many different brands with their own design, use of materials and functionality. The average jeweler does not have watch winders in stock and cannot inform you good enough about it.

As a specialist in the field of watch winders, we have extensive experience. Not only are we an official dealer of +- 15 brands, we also visit all trade fairs and the brands themselves. Our trips regularly go to Germany, Austria, United Kingdom, Switzerland and Asia. This allows us to offer the best brands in our web shops. We pay attention to quality, durability and functionality.

Our watch winder brands, such as Benson, Swiss Kubik, Bernard Favre and Chronovision, all differ from each other. Not only in terms of technology, price and design, but also in functionality. The functionality of a watch winder is very important. This is because it is very useful if each rotor is individually adjustable in terms of direction of rotation and number of revolutions per day. It is also important that the watch can be placed properly in the watch winder and that it rotates safely. That a watch winder has a low noise level is especially important when you place the watch winder in the bedroom.

You will find watch winders in all price ranges in our web shops. The cheapest models start at 89.00 euros. You are also at the right place for real luxury watch winders. In our collection, brands such as Bernard Favre, Orbita, Chronvision and RDI are brands in the higher price segment. Between the cheaper and luxury segment there are various watch winder brands that offer a lot of quality at an attractive price. Think of Boda Concept, Paul Design, Heisse & Söhne and Benson.

We are happy to advise you about our watch winder brands and watch winders in general. Based on your wishes and watch collection, we can give you a number of options of watch winders that suit you best. As an official dealer we offer security, guarantee and fast delivery.

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