Why do I need a watch winder?
If you have multiple automatic watches, you know that if you don't wear them, they will stop. You will then have to reset the time, date and other functions. Then you have to shake the watch gently or wind it manually to get energy back into it. Standstill of an automatic watch is not only inconvenient, it can also have unpleasant consequences for the watch. Especially when the watch has been standing still for too long. Most people lay their automatic watch on one side, so that the oil in the movement that keeps the parts working smoothly flows to one side. Of course you want the oil to keep the entire timepiece running smoothly. In short, standing still is not recommended with watches, just like with cars. It is better to keep an automatic watch moving so that the settings remain correct, the oil is nicely distributed over the timepiece and you can always wear the automatic watch immediately when you want it.
However, an automatic watch does not have to stand still at all. Most watch enthusiasts who have one or more automatic watches use a watch winder. But what is a watchwinder? And why do I need a watch winder?
A watch winder is a watch accessory that ensures that automatic watches keep moving and therefore retain their energy. This will keep the automatic watch running and keep the settings, such as time and date, set correctly. In addition, the watch winder allows you to wear your favorite watch directly on your wrist whenever you want. You are immediately ready for the day!
In fact, we have already answered the question why you need a watch winder. You use this watch accessory to keep your automatic watches running on time, without having to wear them or wind them manually. This is a great advantage for preservation and maintenance, but also easy. It saves a lot of time and effort. After all, the automatic watches are always ready to wear immediately.
Do you necessarily need a watch winder if you have one automatic watch? No, not that. If you have one watch and always wear it and have no problem with it standing still now and then, you don't necessarily need a watch winder. But as described above, the use of a watch winder does offer many advantages. Especially when you have several automatic watches, because you can't wear them all at the same time. It is best to keep the watches that are still stationary in this watch accessory. They are not only supplied with energy in the watch winder, you also store them neatly, making them safe from other influences such as dust, condensation and children's hands. A good example is a watch winder for 6 watches.
A watch winder is of course also just a nice sight. The slowly rotating watches together in a beautiful case. More and more models are coming onto the market that combine the winding of watches with fantastic designs, materials and colors. This allows you to choose exactly the watch winder that best suits your watches and interior. The technology is also making great strides, because in a good watch winder you have access to LED lighting and extra storage options for other watches, jewelry or documents.
Our advice is to choose a watch winder if you have beautiful automatic watches, such as Breitling, Tag Heuer, Oris, Panerai, Omega or Rolex. This watch winder will offer you a lot of pleasure in terms of preservation, maintenance and convenience. Be well informed about which watch winder best suits your watches. There are big differences between brands and models. You will see that the capacity, type of engine and the relevant brand have a major impact on the price. However, don't skimp on this watch accessory. In the long term, a watch winder certainly pays for itself, because you save on maintenance of the automatic watches.
Why do I need a watch winder? The answer is simple, for the preservation and maintenance of your automatic watches, and for convenience!