Automatic Watch Winder

Automatic Watch Winder

how does an automatic watch winder work?

Well, first, you need a watch that is automatic, which means it doesn't use batteries.

You place a cushion inside the bracelet of your watch and insert it into the provided slot. You turn the watch winder on and over the period in which it is in there. It will turn the watch clockwise and counter-clockwise with activates the watch internally and winds it.

Your other option, instead of a winder, is to turn the crown of the watch clockwise for about 4 minutes and then shake it profusely and you will watch it tick. You will have to do this daily, if not several times a day, to keep it properly set.

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What exactly is a watch winder?

So they are many accessories associated with Men’s watches. One of the more intriguing and often misunderstood members of this group is the watch rotator, also commonly referred to as a watch winder. A watch rotator/winder is a mechanism that is used to keep automatic/ self winding watches running when they are not being worn. These automatic watches function by essentially winding themselves with a moving weight (main spring) that is contained inside the watch.  That weight then rotates the watch and turns the winding mechanism inside the watch. What this process attempts to prevent is the watch becoming stagnant when not being worn and losing battery life therefore causing consumers to invest more money on maintain their time piece. So in short watch winders make rotating the watch easy and automated so to speak, therefore avoiding the need to undertake the arduous manual winding process.

If you happen to be writing a paper:

A watch winder is a device that holds a watch still while moving the piece in a clockwise, counter clockwise or bi directional motion that mimic the usual human usage in order to facilitate the self-winding mechanism.

Now that you are up to speed on the exact use and purpose of a watch winder, let’s take a stab at answering some FAQ’s.

1. I wear my watch every day. Why do I need a rotator?

Most mainsprings require 80% to 90% tension to be fully wound.  Normal activity only winds the mainspring 50%-60%.  Any good rotator should be designed to wind the mainspring up to 90%.  This keeps your watch accurate throughout the day.

2. How long do watch batteries usually last?

Typically between 4-6 months.

3. How many hours does my rechargeable rotator need to be fully charged?

Usually about 20 hours.

4. Can I travel with my watch winder?

Yes, most winders are in the 110/220 volt range.

5. Are watch winders noisy?

Not always, top of the line winders such often use Nylon gears, which minimize noise.

6. Who makes the best watch winders?

While this totally subjective choice, I lean strongly toward Wolf Designs. The company has been around for over 175 years and their work really speaks for itself.  When it comes to elegance, quality, design and customer service there really is none better.

7. Why Should I Buy a Watch Winder?

For anyone serious about taking care of the watch they have invested in rotators are a must have. If you wear your watch frequently a watch winder can go along way to help you prolong the life of your watch and save you time and money down the road.

About the Author

An accomplished business writer James Guy holds a BA. in English from Dartmouth College. He has written numerous articles profiling companies who have created change in industry and business.

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