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How a Watch Winder Works
What is a watch winder?
A watch winder is a case utilized to keep a watch ticking when it is not being worn. It functions as an accessory that can be employed to store and wind mechanical watches.
It is a compact device that rotates the watch to ensure that it remains wound and ready to wear.
How Watches Work Much like a grandfather clock or a spring-driven cuckoo clock, a watch is essentially a machine that measures time and contains one or more springs, gears, and other mechanical components. The springs are wound under tension and when the wearer winds the watch crown, these springs are twisted even tighter. The tension of these springs stores energy until it is released to power the watch's dial hands.
There are three primary types of watches: mechanical, automatic, and quartz. A mechanical watch requires manual winding using its crown every few days to ensure its operation. An automatic watch does not need to be manually wound as long as it is worn regularly because it winds itself from the movement of your wrist. Conversely, on a quartz watch (the most common type), you pull out the crown and turn it to set the time; however, this action does not wind a main spring but merely powers an electric current that moves the hands on your watch dial. We will discuss how these different types of watches function in more detail later!
Why Do Watches Need Winding?
An automatic watch is a mechanical watch. This implies its gears and springs are driven by the movement of the wearer's wrist, rather than by a battery or another external power source. Consequently, automatic watches need to be wound to keep the gears and springs moving. They do not store energy as quartz watches or electric watches do.
- How Many Turns Per Day Does a Watch Winder Make?
- How many rotations per day does a watch winder execute?
The number of rotations a watch winder finalizes can vary by model, but most watch winders accomplish between 900 and 2,000 rotations per day. Some models feature a dial that allows you to select the number of rotations per day that your watch will receive. Most are designed for automatic watches, but there are some that can be used for both manual and automatic watches.
Do all watches need to be wound?
Not all watches require winding. For instance, quartz watches and kinetic watches are powered by a battery. Power reserve watches also do not need to be wound because they have a built-in power reserve. Some mechanical watches only need to be wound once a month to stay wound, and that is if they are not worn. If you prefer something low maintenance, opt for a watch that requires minimal upkeep, if not just cleaning and periodically replacing the battery or solar panel. You can save precious time by choosing an automatic watch over a manual watch.
A watch winder ensures the proper functioning of your automatic watch when you are not wearing it.
A watch winder is a compact device that resembles a jewelry box but is designed to hold and rotate luxury watches. As its name suggests, this product ensures that your automatic watch is powered when you are not wearing it. The best watch winders can provide enough torque to keep your watch fully wound for months, or even years.
How does it work?
Watch winders function by rotating an item in one direction for a set duration before moving to another axis and continuing the rotation. This movement maintains constant pressure on the mainspring of your automatic watch, keeping it fully wound between uses rather than letting it unwind and stop completely. Your watch will continue to operate just as effectively with its movement powered by a winder as if you were wearing it on your wrist all day long. This is especially significant because resetting the date and time on an automatic watch can be complicated – the last thing you want to do before attending your friend's wedding or another important event is struggling to get your stylish accessory going!
Working of an automatic watch winder
The watch winder is a luxury accessory that will considerably enhance the performance, longevity, and accuracy of your automatic jewelry.
The watch winder will ensure the proper operation of your watches, permitting them to run longer and with more precision.
An automatic watch is powered by an automatic winding mechanism. The automatic winding mechanism comprises springs, gears, and levers. This mechanism is driven by the movement of the wrist. It winds up to drive which supplies the energy to the mechanical movements of your watch.
Every time you wear it, the movement of your wrist 'winds' the watch's mainspring.
A mechanical watch is an example of any timepiece whose mainspring is wound by hand to provide its power source. These watches are often regarded as more aesthetic than battery-powered watches because they do not require batteries or winding mechanisms to keep them powered. They also tend to be more accurate than quartz watches and can outlast digital watches because they contain fewer parts that are likely to fail over time.
However, if you do not wear your watch for an extended period (e.g., overnight), the spring 'unwinds' and requires to be rewound before use.
The watch needs to be wound daily. It should be wound at least once a week.
It is advised to wear the watch daily, as it will then be fully wound. If you cannot wear your watch every day, you should wind it one or two times a week. (This is particularly important for automatic watches.) Otherwise, the inner spring of your watch will not be charged and may run out after only two days, in which case it will need to be repaired or adjusted.
If you forget to wear your watch for several days, you have several options:
You can rewind in one day using an automatic winder; they typically take 1 hour per full charge.
You can also wait for the inner spring to stop functioning, then wind the watch by hand until it is fully wound; this can take 4 to 8 hours, depending on the amount of energy lost over time due to lack of use.
Most automatic watches can be manually wound by turning the crown.
When you manually wind your automatic watch, you should be gentle. If you pull too hard on the crown, you may break it or damage other parts of the watch.
This can happen when an automatic watch is left face down for a long period or when a manual winding watch is not wound often enough.
When a watch is left face down for extended periods or is not wound frequently enough, lubrication issues with the movement can occur. The movement may then stop working.
The best way to prevent this is to wear your watch regularly and wind it. If you do not wear your watch very often, I recommend storing it in its original box or case rather than on a winder, as this will help to prevent the lubrication from drying out over time.
A quality watch winder aids in maintaining the delicate balance between proper winding and over-winding by regulating the rotation speed and motor directions at set intervals throughout the day.
A watch winder is a mechanical device used to store and automatically wind watches. By using a watch winder, you can keep your favorite watch away from direct sunlight and prevent it from completely losing its power.
The watch winder enables your automatic watch to operate in an organized manner at all times, so you will never have to worry about your watch being over or under-wound again!
Keeping your automatic watch on a winder is like turning your car on every day or leaving it in a garage for weeks.
Why Use a Watch Winder?
Firstly, they are luxury accessories that can help maintain the delicate balance between correct winding and over-winding.
Your automatic watch requires a certain amount of winding per day so that the mainspring is fully wound, which enables it to function throughout its lifespan (typically about 50 years). However, if your automatic watch isn't worn regularly, it won't receive enough movement from your wrist. If you don't wear your automatic watch daily or on special occasions (like weddings), you should consider placing it on a winder so that it receives consistent movement to maintain the proper function of its mechanism.
However! If you wear your automatic watch every day, it's not necessary to place it on a winder to get regular movement so its mechanism works properly. The same goes for manual watches: if you wear them regularly throughout the day (and not just keep them stored), you also don't need an artificial movement provided by an external device such as a winder; manual movements function just fine with regular human interaction!
Different Types of Automatic Watch Winders:
Watch Winder - Astronomer This prestigious watch winder will keep your watch on time, ready for use. Watch collectors, starry sky enthusiasts, and owners of moon phase dials will find what they're looking for in this sublime watch winder. Its high quality and prestigious style will allow your watch to spin like a planet around a star.
Watch Winder - Lily The LILY watch winder is one of our most unique selections. This piece will add decorative value to your dressing area, look no further. The elegant case and its ochre paint also feature ochre flannel cushions, making it a bold and distinctive accessory.
Watch Winder - Prism Our Prism watch winder will make a beautiful decorative object in your living room or bedroom. Imagine it in front of your sofa and see your timepiece happily displayed in full daylight. Your timepiece will be imperceptible to the passage of time with this fir wood Prism that will be happy to serve you all year round. It is equipped with a silent motor that will preserve the tranquility of your daily life. Decorate your home and keep time!
Watch Winder - Luxury For those who already own a substantial collection of luxury watches, the Orchestre Prestige Boisé winder is suitable. It has a capacity of no less than 24 watches. That's literally a lot! For such capacity, it's explicit you'll have a very high-quality product. It is made of striped ebony wood, you'll access your winder by fingerprint, and you'll have a digital touchscreen to adjust your winder! Plus, it has LED lights, an anti-magnetic design, and precise and intelligent winder control. Its motor is completely silent.
Watch Winder - Safe The Chiron Safe watch winder is designed to combine storage, winding, and security. Made of low carbon steel, it features microfiber leather and a glossy paint finish. This behemoth protects your valuables in addition to winding your watches, accompanied by a unique combination of modern style and cutting-edge watchmaking. This watch winder is the most precious piece in our catalog.