Do You Really Need A Watch Winder? Yes Or No?
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- Опубликовано: 2 июл 2024
- Today's video is all about watch winders. What is a watch winder? How do they work? And most importantly, do you actually need one?
A watch winder can be a nice item to have, however whether or not you actually need one is a personal choice. It may seem obvious, but watch winders only work for watches with automatic movements. If you've got a manually-winding watch, a watch winder will do absolutely nothing for you. The watch winder keeps an automatic watch running by turning the watch every so often, which pivots the rotor and therefore, keeps the power reserve topped off.
Reasons you might want a watch winder:
1. You like to "set and forget".
2. You have watch with lots of complications, like a perpetual calendar with moon phase (and an automatic movement).
3. You like gadgets.
One BIG reason you might NOT want a watch winder:
1. You like the act of actually winding and setting your watch.
I am actually one of those people who likes to wind my watch. I like the connection to something mechanical. I like hearing the gears turn. But--big BUT--one of my watches can be a pain in the you know what to set, especially if if hasn't been running for a few weeks. Watch the video to see what I'm talking about!
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I just get my butler to strap my Rolex to his wrist while he washes the Bugatti.
He may scratch both your watch and your car , lol
@@kevin5128 : on purpose
It better be bottled water from the Alps.
I get my teenage son to wear it when he takes an hour in bathroom at night.
What colour is your Bugatti ?
Nice video, Brian. I wouldn't need a winder with that PP rotor. Would just bring it with me so I could spin it around all day. High-class fidget spinner.
Haha, yes! Thanks for chiming in, Teddy!
@@hespokestyle *reddy bulbasaur
How about strapping it to a Hamster wheel? Ha Ha ;)
Lol likewise!
Liked the low-key matter-of-fact style, as well as the honesty about the particular winders mentioned (‘not much experience’, ‘ not a sponsor’). Actual content was exactly what I was looking for, covering all the considerations fairly. Thanks.
1:57 Any automatic watch that has a screw-down crown and is worn infrequently (i.e. beyond the duration of mainspring reserve power should be paired with a watch winder. The reason goes beyond the hassles of resetting the date on a no- quickset date movement of the older GMT Masters. The threads on a screw-down crown and the tube can quickly wear out. Replacing that tube (or worse still along with a new crown) can be very expensive if you happen to own a Rolex. Much cheaper to buy a watch winder!
I made mine, a Poor man's version: attach a long strong string or twine to ceiling with a carbiner attached to the other end. Any other secure hook will do. Close the strap buckle and attach to the hook end. Now swing it like a pendulum and it will wind up your automatic watch. I experimented with my watch Winder pendulum. Normally, about 5 full swings fully winds up my Seiko with the specified 37 hour reserve.
I made my own as well, but fully automatic and high capacity: It's basically a tupperware container attached to a long piece of string, like you do, but I keep it hanging from the clothesline outside. When it blows, which is always around here, it swings around and winds my watches. It can take as many watches as I can fit in the container.
@@tykjpelk that's an expensive tub, I hope you live in a nice neighborhood! :)
Welcome back, Chief. I've been anxiously waiting and was stoked to see that notification! Definitely going to look at one if I ever get a GMT or something that's a hassle to wind. Great as always
Many thanks, Demetrios. Always appreciate the support.
I love the honest approach to this video. No BS
I have a Stauer wrist watch and had it for about 15 years. Love it. Bought it new and a winder. Winder died after a couple years. I wear it occasionally and after it died, realized it was easier to reset the watch. Used the winder to store watch but recently noticed the holder that holds the watch started deteriorating and got sticky. Threw that part out. Keep watch int the winder box.
I also recommend Wolf winder, I have the Wolf Roadster Module Single Watch Winder with 3 watch Storage, black pleather outside and a black and brown wood finish display inside, I’ve had mine for over 4 years now runs daily with no problems(KNOCK ON WOOD). Sure it keeps my automatics running with the correct time & date which I can set on my own, but I also love it for the display factor, I am contemplating getting another one🙏🏾😌Be Safe;-).
Thank you. Excellent and informative. Had never heard of these. Getting one now for my Tissot Visodate.
Thank you for this video. Nice to see someone explain things, with out speaking down to them.
I have several watch winders by Orbita and by Wolf. I've had some cheap/inexpensive units near the beginning of my watch journey but they all died after a year or two. Wolf and Orbita winders both work well and are nearly silent. I would caution - do not keep them in your bedroom. No matter what the sales person or ad says, you will hear them in the middle of the night.
Thanks for the comment, Robert. Good points and appreciate you chiming in.
My Orbita Sienna stands in the bedroom , no sound , disturbing at night completely)
Informative for those of us not familiar with a good watch winder, this looks a good choice.
Yes i have one. Gift from my son and daughter. Love it. Awesome content.
I am hooked with your channel. Great job 🔥
Awesome! So happy to have you, Christian.
Hey Brian. Very interesting video. Thanks for explaining how these devices work. Much appreciated. Have a great day.
Very welcome. Thanks for the comment.
For a watch with the ETA movements, a watch winder is highly suggested as hand winding can break the watch. I have a Hamilton with an ETA movement, I did hand wind the watch when not being worn. I am waiting on delivery of the materials to send the watch back to them for warranty repair due to hand winding. I have since ordered a watch winder that will be delivered on 03/27/2021. I will be using this on my Tissot as well since it is the Gentleman Powermatic 80 Silicum which is derived from an ETA movement.
Rolex actually incorporated a quick date adjust feature in many of their 70's and 80's watches (vintage in today's lingo). I know this works on their day-datejust models, but not sure on the GMT you own. 1. advance the hour hand to 11:59 pm i.e., right before the date changes. 2. advance the time to 2 am, which causes the date to change. 3. Now reverse the time back past 12 midnight to 11 pm (the date should not have reverted, just the time). Now advance the time past 12 midnight again which causes the date to advance again.......repeat until you get the proper date. On day-datejust watch this only works for the date not the day so you must carefully choreograph both the day and the date to get it right.
Wow really!? 🙄
That Barrington winder is gorgeous. If I ever add a multiple complication watch to my collection, this video put Barrington in the mix.
Thanks for chiming in! Appreciate the comment.
Outstanding video! 👍
Yeah, that a good point. I never saw the point until I saw the Breitling Unitime. No quick date adjustment on that neither.
Good to have you back.
Happy to be back!
Great, informative video. Very curious - what watch are you wearing in this video?
Thanks for this!
I dont need a watch winder right now, but I'm going to subscribe your channel!
Hey man it's been a long time. Was waiting for your vids
Many thanks. Was traveling for a while, thus the lapse!
Thanks for the video, really nice. I was still interested in how loud such a watch winder is. I imagine that some people like to put that thing also on the dresser in the bedroom. The only question is, if you hear noises the whole night when the watch winder runs...
Very informative video. Thanks a lot.
Very welcome.
Great video, just like to say that you don't have to spend a lot on winders, I have three ,one for my son; all from Floureon a chinese company and an average price of $40 usd!!! All have worked perfectly well and reasonably quiet for over two years; also on a timer for 12 hours per day whilst my solar panels are making the power- so no cost. No problems so far; so before you go and buy one of these $250 usd. upwards cost models try the cheaper one ,it can save you money.
Do you have the name of the product you got?
I have Vostoks with a date complication. To change the date when I use a watch, I have to wind it to 1am, then back to 9am can be annoying, but no big deal. I don't use a watch winder because I prefer my watch to stop when I don't use them.
Hey Brian can you tell me from which brand you bought this sweater you are wearing in the video?
Thanks!
Damn bro, you hit all the points. Bravo! I use Kubik, they work great too.
Many thanks. Appreciate the comment.
Hi Brian, thanks for the video. I am getting a watch winder myself planning to keep it in my bedroom. Are they noisy?
How can this man say it’s “not a review” when he absolutely reviewed the product
Would this be suitable for vintage watches, especially for Seiko Panda Chronograph 6138-8020 and Citizen Bullhead Octogonal Chronograph) if so what modes is suitable for them
I don't have many watches. Only a battery powered one for daily life and a "smart" one for workout. I am tired of changing the battery every two years so I was thinking about switching to an automatic one. But your video showed me that they have their own hassle as well.
Thank you very much for the video.
I started using Citizen Eco-Watches when I realized I’d paid more for watch replacements than for the original watch. Faces are light sponges, any light. Been very happy with their perpetual chronographs. Have three, two tanks and a black round diver. Always correct date, can auto switch between two time zones, alarms, and good looking. 9 mo power reserve, I just leave them near a window sill for some light when not wearing. Bought the first 17 years ago, has kept perfect time since day one, never opened for any reason. Others more recent, same reliability.
there is no hassle. its just things that people overthink. for instance, they say you should have a watch winder... not really. did they have tons of watch winders at the store you bought the watch from? the answer is no.
the trick is to have it stop at a convenient time for you. for instance when it lose power and stops and you decided not to wear it. just move it a bit so the watch starts again. do it little by little until it stops on a time thats convenient for you. for me, i make it stop at "8:30"ish... becuse at any given day im already awake that time and if i decide to use the watch, ill just move it when its on the exact time when it stopped. i dont even bother with day/date.. so there. no need to open the watch if you dilo it that way
Just a heads up, Your Barrington and Canon C100 links are mis-labeled! Great vid, the versa Neo has such a cool, retro-futuristic style!
Whoops! Good catch! Thanks!
Hey Brian nice video
Hi. Nice video. I have Rolex 16610. Around 2008 mod. But i only use it in weekends. So it can take a week or sometimes more when i use it again. Should i consider winder? I hope my watch dont get problems because how i use. Because i have to set time and date and wind every week.
Nice presentation, and honest
Thank you, sir.
Thank you for interesting and informative video. Is it harmful to just let it lie dormant for weeks/months? I ask because I just bought one for a friend for xmas (took advantage of early sale). Your thoughts would be most appreciated. Cheers!
Thanks I just brought my 1st Rolex Datejust 116203, I sometimes I switch my battery operated winder off.
Was waiting Brian for your video
Thanks! Glad to see you in the comments, as always.
I love your channel!
Thanks so much! Appreciate the comment.
Orbita rotorwind. Best winder hands down. I gave my my wolf winders to my 8 year old to make army bases for his army toys lol. Great video
Haha! Thanks for the comment.
I bought a new manual Rolex in 1968. Cost $83 - then, 2 weeks average wage for a 19yo. The case lasted almost 40 years & it eventually needed re-sleeping of the winder cavity or whatever watchmakers call it. Same watch today & the winder is much more difficult to screw into the case to make it waterproof. Now
made to wear the case much more quickly?
Can you make a review about Wolf vs Enigwatch? This will be very exciting 🎉
Hey Brian.. bought my first automatic a couple of weeks back.. its not used as a daily and used only when I go out.. thus not worn that often..
so my question is it ok not to winde it all the time.. how often should I winde it? (it's got a 38 hour power reserve)
I've been a lazy Rolex owner, rarely wear it or winding it. So I finally ordered a watch winder after watching.
Hello ! A good watch winder is pretty high in price, after watching this video I understand that most of what is available for sale on Amazon it's trash, don't waist your money on a watch winder if it's under $100.00, the Barrington is $250.00, Wolf price range $500-$600
woow !! I recently purchased my first new good automatic watch it's a Tag Heuer, so I believe I certainly need at least one single watch winder.
2:00 does the pin have more than that setting? I put it on a different setting, and turned the pin the other way. The date shifted without the dial turning.
Hi mate nice vid. Do i need watch winder for my tag heuer aquaracer calibre 5 automatic? Cheers
I have been told by my Rolex guy and others who collect far more expensive watches than I do, that its bad for the watch to leave it in a not-running state for too long. The oils will move and stiffen etc leaving you with a watch that actually needs to be serviced far more often than normal.
Too long is 2-3 months.
My local AD’s watchmaker said a watch winder is not required even if a watch sits for weeks or months.
You are correct. Just like us - if we don’t move it, we seize up also.
would watch winder puts more stress in the watch mechanism? let say i wear a watch only 2 days a week only. would it be better if i wind my watch from dead stop or have a winder keeps the watch going, so it will be less wear on the crown and gasket?
Do you keep the gmt running day n night or just an hour or two at a time? I don’t want to put too many miles on the watch… thanks
I might be a little bit late to comment on this video, but i have the very same rolex GMT and i can confimr it's a pain to set up the date every time... in fact i sometime wait to wear it so that the actual date is closer to the one the watch last displayed when it stopped...!
I just purchased a used wolf watch winder off of ebay. Where can I find a cheap(not the original) a/c adapter so I don't have to just use D batteries?
I use a very cool and low cost feichongho swinging winder. I'm an old guy, and don't swing my arms enough to keep my Invicta pro diver automatic wound. Would not work for many because it can only be set to run for up to 12 hours. Needs to be restarted after that.
If you had the winder set to Bidirectional on 650 turns per day, does this turn 650 times each way or 325 times clock wise and 325 times counterclockwise? Thanks
Does a watch winder wear the internal parts down? I’m sorry if I sound stupid. I’m new to this awesome hobby.
For what’s its worth, I’ve heard from several watchmakers and repairers that watch winders are a really, really BAD idea! They overwind the mechanism, stress the hairspring and add unnecessary wear and tear to your movement meaning more frequent servicing WILL be required. So my eight piece winder now sits silent and motionless as a display case for my watches! Take heed gentlemen....and ladies!
Appreciate the comment and warnings!
The overwinding MAY be an issue for much older watches but almost all automatic winding mechanisms have a slip 'clutch' on the mainspring that prevents overwinding.
Do you think that winders wear the movements out by having them constantly running?
Also do you think watches seize if left lying dormant for long periods of time?
You played saxaphone in the army... That's awsome!
I have the Rolex Yacht Master black dial rose gold & steel. And was told that one will be mailed to me. Wonder low long that will be.
Now I want one! The Wolf Heritage link in the description forwards to your camera setup. Do I get an extra credit point? Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for pointing that out. Updated. Appreciated very much.
Save your money
Barrington motor only lasts 6 weeks with the most powerful batteries. Swiss Kubik are my favourite winders.
When you have 9 automatic watches you must have winders. When the power goes out and my winders stop, its misery resetting the watches and getting the dates set correctly. Get the Fuzzy Logic chip, everything is automatic. you set it (on) and you forget it. Works perfectly.
I have a dual-powered ( battery & mains) winder that I only use occasionally. I wear the automatic watch daily in the summer, so it doesn't need winding, unless I get several days(of rain) when I can't leave the house, so I wind the watch on those occasions. I take the winder on trips, because I may not be able to wear the automatic watch if I'm using the chronograph or dress watches instead.
Quinter
Set time on a wristwatch
Thank you
amazing that the vintage gmt's don't have the quick hour set like on an explorer 2, the price you pay for vintage i suppose, beautiful watch nonetheless
Indeed. It can be charming but also a pain! Appreciate the comment.
if the watch is worn only couple of times per year, will not having a winder be detrimental to the watch ? would you say that it may or will it definitely help if a winder is used ? thank you.
my seiko 5 always stops moving after winding it. i didnt wear it for 2 years. should i go for repair??
Thx for replying. Sorry I must have missed it with other distractions.
1950 RPD , doesn't over wind the watch . I've read about rolex as 650 RPD .
I'm not really sure about what the tolerance would be. Something to look into for sure!
anyone knows the brand of the first watch that appears in the video? Such a cool back plate spinning...-
Patek 5711
Hi, I was watching your channel on YB and your words convinced me that you really understand about watches.
Here is my question:
I have 2 Automatics Tags and one double watch winder JQueen.
Even with the WW on my two watches stop to work.
Do you have any idea what can i be?
Thanks in advance
Daniel
Hmmmmm. Interesting. How old are the watches? Have you ever had them serviced?
He Spoke Style
Both are new. 2 years old never been in a service.
What can it be?
@@dmagnamail try to check whether ur WW is rotating clockwise or counterclockwise. Then look at ur watch manual book to see which way your watches winds. most watches only winds one way. even if u see the watch rotor is rotating doesnt mean it is winding if its rotating the opposite way.
hope it helps. cheers
I don’t have too many watches, so a winder hasn’t been a problem. I have one very accurate quartz I use for reference when setting.
I had a few Wolfs and they seem to be programmed to fail AFTER they warranty expires. I use a Doubletree now, made in china but still runs after 5 years and yes I too use it for my Pepsi can GMT II
Thinking about buying a Tissot sea star 1000 powermatic 80
Can you overwind a watch? I don't wear my Breitling every day and it stops if I don't wear ir daily. So I bought a watch winder and it's turning 2 minutes and pause for 6 min. Then it turns the opposite side 2 min and so on. I got confused how long the watch should stay in a winder those days when I'm not wearing it? Thank You in advance! :)
One should not be needing one but I also have a dress watch with a moon face etc. and it’s not one of my daily watches so to be honest I will properly look for one soon
As long as it has an automatic movement. If I had a moonphase watch, I'd be super picky about it always displaying properly.
Heyyyy! Long time no see!!!!
All automatic watches should be handwindable as well.
Soon the 7s26 seiko watch movements which can't be handwound will (hopefully) be phased out.
I have to shake my Shaiko 5 otherwise it just stops.
My Seagull Ocean Star can be handwound and has a long power reserve as well.
Come on Seiko you need a shake up.
some watches without quik set can be set by cycling between 9 and 12 0clock , instead of going the whole way around the 24 hrs
I dont need it, but its great to have. I love it
Hi good video, thx for putting out .
How long you've had your wonder,
Also how many revolutions an day does turn . For what I understand rolex requires 650 rev a day ( RPD)
Thx
Have had this for about six months. As mentioned in the video, it will turn 650 all the way to 1950 times a day. I had it set on the lowest.
What watch were you wearing in this video?
I have two an expensive one and a cheap one I picked up on Amazon. Since I have retired I use them less because like the made said it nice to interact with my collection.(6) and I have the time. When I worked and traveled I found them useful. But I'm reminder of something a great Watch Expert said. When your watch is on the winder the winder is enjoying your watch not you. The winder is wearing out your watch. Modern watched can sit awhile not running it does them no harm.
Haha. Well said. Thanks for chiming in, Robert.
you can move the hour hands only on the gmt as a pseudo quick set.
Not on a 1675.
Is there any risks in winding your automatic watches for example every morning (excluding that one piece you are putting on your wrist)? For me it isn't a problem to wind watches every morning but if that can cause harm to the movements, I should maybe buy a winder.
it might put wear on the stem seals or even the stem or case .
How do you know which rotation your watch winds?
Hey, i recently got a watch winder with a Tag that i brought - A Wolf one. I've been concerned about using it as it seems to put a lot of tension on the strap. Is there a possibility that it could damage the clasp as it under constant tension?
johnny begood it’s a Carrera Calibre 5
johnny begood yea I have quite a few, one of my favourites is my seiko premier kinetic perpetual as it keeps the time when it stops and catches itself up so no need for a winder. My tag doesn’t get as much wear time so I feel like I’m constantly winding it every time I want to wear it but it’s a beautiful watch, I got the one with that rose gold trim. I want to keep it on the winder but it just worries me that it’s putting a lot of tension on the clasp all the time
doing a good job
I hang my Rolex on my dog’s collar to keep it wound. Bonus: now my dog is never late.
lol
Yes to do
Forget a watch winder...what kind of desktop/wallpaper background is that???? It looks really cool.
Haha. It's just the clock!
He Spoke Style no kidding! Very nice
How can I buy?
I just bought mine 1 slot for $20, its good for display
I caved and bought a Wolf 8 timepiece winder.
Is Edelwolle a good brand? Any experiences anyone??
My friend, i love your channel. I too create content for youtube and will one day, guide my channel to become sort of the way you have guided yours to become. Keep on with the great content
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