Following on from our article on luxury watch collection cases, we take a look at some of the best luxury watch winders that will help to keep your self winding or automatic timepiece running smoothly.
An automatic or self-winding watch will only keep the correct time if it keeps moving. When you wear a self winding mechanical watch on your wrist there is no problem as the movement you generate is enough to keep the rotor ticking over, which in turn winds the mainspring and ensures that the watch works as it should. However, leave the watch tucked away in your sock drawer or even in its case for more than a few days, the next time you come to wear it you’ll almost certainly need to reset the time and date.
Of course, this isn’t the end of the world but as your collection of self winding watches grows, you really should think about purchasing a watch winder.
What is a watch winder?
To put it simply, a watch winder is a device that helps to keep self winding or automatic watches wound whenever they are not being worn. Using a watch winder will also probably help to extend the life of a watch as it ensures that the parts are moving regularly and working properly.
The movement generated by a watch winder helps to move the mainspring of the watch, which ensures that the watch is gently and continuously wound, whilst also preventing it from ever being over-wound.
Choosing a watch winder
When choosing a watch winder, you’ll find that there is all manner of different types available. Some of the watch winders available today are every bit as elaborate and elegant (not to mention as expensive) as the watches they hold. Some are designed to just hold one watch, whilst others can hold more than 50 timepieces and can be built into lockable storage safes and display cases for added security.
There are even watch winders available that come with silent motors, USB ports and downloadable software so that you can program your watch winder to meet your exact requirement in terms of the direction and number of rotations for your beloved watch collection.
Here is a selection of luxury watch winders to suit a variety of budgets and requirements.
Versa Dual Automatic Double Watch Winder
A good choice for the someone who is only just starting to build their watch collection. This winder from Versa is capable of winding two watches simultaneously performing between 342 and 2160 turns per day depending on the setting. With dimensions of 6.5 x 5.5 x 10 inches (LxWxH) you can pick up the Versa Dual Automatic Double watch winder online from about £100.00
Modalo Uhrenbeweger 8 Watch Winder
This German engineered watch winder from Modalo is capable of winding up to 8 watches, whilst also having storage space for an additional 9 timepieces. The winder comes with a choice of 5 different selectable programs that are suitable for all standard automatic wrist watches. With its high gloss piano black finish and black leather interior this stylish case is certainly affordably priced at €339 or approx £280.00
Orbita Avanti 4 Vertical Stack Watch Winder
The Orbita Avanti 4 vertical stack winder is definitely for the more serious watch collector. At just over 18 inches tall, this winder looks great and is also very practical as it uses low energy, is super quiet and winds using gravity. The front part of the winder is made from carbon fibre, whilst the rest is wrapped in leather, complete with stylish red contrast stitching. Available from approximately £2,000.00
Wolf Designs Heritage 8 Piece 2.1 Watch Winder
Wolf Designs are perhaps one of the most well known producers of luxury and high quality watch winders. This glass fronted winder can hold up to eight watches and is capable of performing over 900 turns per day. It also comes with a patented lock in cuff which provides a bit of added security to your collection. Dimensions: 20” x 6.5” x 13” (W x D x H). From £2,814.00
Spin-R U518 Watch Winder
Since 2010, Spin-R has produced a selection of eco-friendly watch winders that operate using very little power and which also include an incredibly quiet Japanese motor. With its trendy looking design, high gloss piano wood finish and stainless steel base, this cool watch winder would be a great addition to the home or even your office. With space for 3 watches, each of which is wound and can be controlled individually, the winder also includes an LED lighting display. From approximately £450.00
Buben & Zorweg Revolution V8
Buben & Zorweg makes perhaps the most widely available high-end watch winders in the world and you’d struggle to better anything on offer from these specialist winder craftsmen. Their solid and comprehensive array of winders are incredibly stylish, excellently made, very reliable and finished with incredible detail.
The Revolution V8 winder uses Time Mover Technology to ensure that your watches are wound to perfection. The casing is made from wood with a high gloss piano lacquering with an aluminium chassis and leather interior. The winding system includes a number of adjustable rotation directions and you can choose to rotate your watches from between 650 and 1800 rotations per day. It also comes with a sleep phase program, extra bright LED display and built in clock. From approximately £11,000.00
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