High-quality stainless steel control knobs and closures add to the smart design of this auto watch winder. Pre-programmed sleep phase allows 12 hours pausing at night.
The Wolf watch winder boxes quality is proved by almost 200 years of company history. This exquisite model is an excellent choice for storing larger watches with up to 10" wrist size.
Clockwise, Counter-Clockwise, Bi-directional
Equipped with a Japanese motor, the watch shaker produces minimum noise (not more than 10 dB at the highest setting). It is so silent that you can place it on your bedside table and rest assured that it won't disturb your sleep.
It is not suitable for watches with large dials (over 1.7" diameter).
Created by experienced watchmakers, this watch winder has four elaborate settings programmed for a certain number of clockwise and counterclockwise repeated rotations. So you will be able to choose the perfect one for your wearables.
12.6" x 7" x 7.9"
4
4 rotation modes:
2 mins CW, rest for 6mins, repeat
2 mins CCW, rest for 6 mins, repeat
2 mins CW, rest for 6 mins, then 2 mins CCW, rest for 6 mins, repeat
5 mins CW, 5 mins CCW, repeat above for 3 hours, rest for 9 hours, repeat
Clockwise, Counter-Clockwise, Bi-directional
AC Adapter (included) or 2 x 1.5V batteries (not included)
Wood with acrylic glass
18-month warranty
CHIYODA watch winder case is equipped with an adjustable pillow that allows winding watches for various wrist sizes and with a clock face of up to 52mm in diameter.
Clockwise, Counter-Clockwise, Bi-directional
Clockwise, Counter-Clockwise, Bi-directional
The winder includes 2 platforms with 4 different pillows that you can use to display the best that your collection has to offer. There's some space below the platforms where you can place six additional watches.
The overall quality of the key leaves a bit to be desired.
The model from Triple Tree is easily one of the best watch winders on the market for those dapper individuals that need a place to store their collection of watches, but wouldn't want to settle for a product that isn't worthy of the said collection.
13.4" x 10.2" x 8.7"
4 + 6
4 rotation modes:
2 mins CW, rest for 6mins, repeat
2 mins CCW, rest for 6 mins, repeat
2 mins CW, rest for 6 mins, then 2 mins CCW, rest for 6 mins, repeat
5 mins CW, 5 mins CCW, repeat above for 3 hours, rest for 9 hours, repeat
Clockwise, Counter-Clockwise, Bi-directional
AC Adapter (included) or 2 x "D" batteries (not included)
Wood with acrylic glass
1-year warranty
Neat and Classy
What makes the Wolf Heritage collection distinguishable in a wide variety of watch winders? First of all, its classy design. A black leather padding and black satin lining combined with chrome clasp closures and control knobs look elegant and expensive, and so they will for years to come.
The next thing that makes this model stand out from the crowd is the durability; both its exterior and internal mechanism are made of high-quality materials. Featuring nylon gears, this model works super quietly and won't attract your attention even if you place it next to your bed. The patented rotation program with pre-set pauses and sleep phases works in the same way as a regular hand watch and adjusting the settings is easy to do with two turn knobs at the side of the device.
Designed to accommodate bigger and heavier timepieces, this capacious watch winder has a lock-in cuff that perfectly fits watches with up to 52mm case and 10" band. And it isn't difficult at all to fit the timepiece or fetch it out of the box: just press two clasps and take out the pillow.
Finally, the device comes with a 3.3V adapter. Also, it can be battery powered, which means you can take this stylish accessory along with you when you go on a trip. Wherever you go, with the Wolf 270002, your automatical watches will be securely stored and properly wound.
To sum it all up, if you need a reliable and high-quality watch winder for your expensive watches, the Wolf 270002 might be the only right model for you.
The History of Success
The Wolf company was founded by German silversmith Philipp Wolf who had been selling silver pieces in beautiful boxes. One day he realized that those wonderful boxes had become even more popular than the flatware inside. After that, Philipp Wolf had started manufacturing exquisite jewelry boxes. Imagine what an amazing experience 5 generations has gained through almost 200 years of creating sophisticated accessories! Buying the Wolf watch winder, you get the highest quality and the classiest design.
Additional Info
| Last updated price | $349.24 |
| Stock | In stock |
| ASIN | B0055OCSTC |
Quiet and Elegant
If you need a watch winder case for more than two watches, consider the JQueen W004. Crafted from high-quality materials, this watch accessory will look fantastic in your living room, bedroom, or office. Its wooden surface is covered by glossy piano lacquer, and through the display window you can see pillows upholstered in smooth beige artificial leather that emphasizes the deep color of the box. Open the lid and you will discover a couple of stainless steel adjustment knobs. Ergonomic storage pads will securely hold your watches in place. Just keep in mind that it might not suit larger dials with over 1.7" diameter.
Elaborately designed by experienced watchmakers, the unit features four program settings:
- 2 minutes clockwise, rest for 6 minutes, repeat.
- 2 minutes counterclockwise, rest for 6 minutes, repeat.
- 2 minutes clockwise, rest for 6 minutes, 2 minutes counterclockwise, rest for 6 minutes, repeat.
- 5 minutes clockwise, 5 minutes counterclockwise (repeat for 3 hours), rest for 9 hours, repeat.
You can always select the setting that suits your timepiece best. The watch mover is equipped with a high-quality Japanese motor that produces minimum noise, and many consumers do admit that the unit is very quiet in operation. Even if you are a light sleeper, you can still keep the device on your bedside table granted that you select the setting with 9-hour rest. In this case, the time winding machine will be reactivated in the morning, and no sound will disturb your sleep at night.
Perfect Choice for Watch Collectors
The JQueen W004 double watch winder can hold up to four timepieces at once, which makes it a great choice for devoted watch collectors. Now, you can have your automatic watches in perfect condition and ready for use whenever you need them.
On the unit's back, there is an off/off switch, and there is a battery slot on its bottom. For the most convenient use, the JQueen W004 can be powered both from the mains or by 2 x 1.5V batteries. The box comes with a 100-240V AC adapter, however, no batteries are included, so, please do not forget to buy them additionally if you're planning a trip.
| Last updated price | $129.99 |
| Stock | In stock |
| ASIN | B0177ZAZEQ |
Simple and Efficient
One of the most important features of any device is its usability. And you do get it with the CHIYODA single watch winder. The winding modes are super easy to set. Instead of multiple controls, the watch shaker has an on/off button and a mode adjustment knob - just select the suitable one and fix it in the watch winder. Each mode provides a particular TPD number, so please bear in mind your automatic watches requirements. The first setting allows 1400 TPD that is enough for most watches. If you need more intensive performance, choose either second (2152 TPD) or the third (5760 TPD) mode.
All in all, the device suits a wide variety of automatic watches, and not only thanks to the multiple settings if features. To fit any band size, the watch winder is equipped with an adjustable pillow: it is easy to remove its filling to fix smaller watches. That is why this watch rocker is perfect for each of your family member's timepieces. Moreover, this model makes a good present for most people who wear automatic watches.
Handmade Watch Winder Box
The first thing that strikes you about this watch winder is the material quality and fitting accuracy. The secret is in a thorough supervision of each production stage of this handmade watch winder. Not a thing is overlooked! A high-quality plywood housing is covered with a thick layer of high-gloss lacquer that complements its cherry-wood texture, while a transparent acrylic cover allows you to see the watches being winded. Durable and scratch-resistant, this watch winder box has a stylish, elegant look. Owing to its exquisite appearance, the CHIYODA will suit perfectly your luxurious watches. It's worth mentioning that you can place the device wherever you need and even take it along when traveling: the item is both mains and battery operated.
Summing up, this elaborately designed self-winding box has a reliable motor and comes at a moderate price. It is perfect for smaller and middle-sized watches.
| Last updated price | $79.99 |
| Stock | In stock |
| ASIN | B00MWTG4RU |
Magic 8-ball
Fairly recently Versa has come into the watch winder market, however, it has already become popular for providing excellent quality products at a reasonable price. Taking into account positive feedback from the Versa watch winders owners, we couldn’t but review this awesome model. What is the secret of its popularity? Unlike other models, this one has an unconventional round design, resembling a magic 8-ball. Therefore, the Versa watch winder will suit high-tech and loft style interior perfectly. Plus, your watch will have a terrific look behind a large transparent cover.
The magic box has a durable shiny housing that looks like new even after many years of use. The manufacturer has done its best to make the device as ergonomic as possible. For example, some customers complained about the bright blue LED light which was somewhat disturbing at night. Presently, Versa had fixed this drawback. Now, you can turn off the backlight and use the watch winder anywhere and anytime you need, or turn it on and enjoy the magic atmosphere it creates!
What Makes it Tick
Quiet performance is an essential point for the device of this kind. And like most high-quality watch winders, this model is run by a nearly silent Japanese Mabuchi motor. This automatic watch winder has 4 speed modes and 3 direction settings. On the whole, you get 12 different combinations for efficient winding of a wide range of automatic watches. The device works for approximately five minutes at a constant speed, and the pause depends on the chosen program. This little trick helps prevent your watches from over-winding, and at the same time, cuts the manufacturing cost. The Versa watch winders are equipped with spring action pillows and additional attachments for larger watches. This allows for a convenient fitting of both men and women watch models.
In a nutshell, the Versa G077 is a fantastic futuristic-looking accessory that will add a modern hint to your house design. Besides, this reliable and silent winder is quite affordable, which makes it a great choice if you don't want to shell out a hefty sum of money for a watch winding box.
Additional Info
| Last updated price | $49.95 |
| Stock | In stock |
| ASIN | B005VI37NS |
PUT THEM ON A PLATFORM
They say that manners make the man, and while we can hardly argue that point, there is certainly something to be said about a collection of quality watches that is often the difference between a dapper gentleman and your average Joe Bloggs. Thing is, all of the watches aren't going to take care of themselves, which is why you're going to need a model from Triple Tree to do that for you.
WORTHY OF YOUR WATCHES
Now, when it comes to looks, there isn't much to say about the model except for the fact that it will be able to embellish the décor of even the most sophisticated homes. Though the whole thing is made of wood, a piano lacquer finish is exactly the part that makes this watch winder what it is. With it, the model is capable of seamlessly fitting a modern interior as well as a more contemporary one. Plus, each pillow is made of leather, further improving the already impressive look of the product. Of course, there's also the hardened glass that will allow you to proudly display your watches as well as protect them from harm.
Speaking of protection, the model features the same antistatic treatment of the circuit board that any watch winder worth its salt comes equipped with. The soft leather pillow essentially eliminates the internal magnetization, thus protecting your watch from all kinds of damage. Other than that, it should probably go without saying that the model incorporates a really silent Japanese motor that will be able to do its job without disturbing you in your sleep. The four usual modes that feature clockwise, anti-clockwise, and alternating rotations are there as well. Finally, even though the winder is capable of accommodating up to ten watches, it is surprisingly compact.
| Last updated price | $0.00 |
| Stock | May be out of stock |
| ASIN | B01NBP0WA5 |
What Is a Watch Winder?
Owners of automatic watches know that the mechanism will stop if you don't wear your watches regularly. In other words, automatic watches use your movements throughout a day to self-wind. If you have more than one accessory or own a watch collection, making them tick is a challenge, unless you have a watch winder! This awesome device has been designed for comfortable watch winding, so your timepiece(s) are always at hand and ready to go! We have reviewed five best watch winders to help you make the right choice.
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What Features to Compare
Size
While choosing a watch winder box, the first thing to take into account is its size. Consider where you can comfortably place it, for the item might need more space than it seems. The thing is that most self-winding boxes have a flip lid which requires some space for comfortable opening. Usually, the case size depends on the winding modules and the number of slots. For owners of 3-4 watches, it is advisable to get a watch winding box with minimum 3 slots. If you have only one or a couple of watches, a single watch winder will be enough. One more important thing is a pillow design and attachments. Please, make sure that you can adapt it, or at least make sure that the pillow suits your wrist size. This way, you won’t have to constantly adjust your watch band.
Settings
The next tip to consider is a watch winder motor. This key part affects the device's efficiency and convenience of use. Cheaper auto watch winders are usually too loud to be used at night. We recommend you to choose a model equipped with a tried-and-true Mabuchi motor, famous for its silent operation. Mechanical watches have a complicated mechanism individual for each item that requires a special winding speed. That is why most manufacturers produce watch winders with multiple settings. In other words, if you want to get a perfectly suited device, bear in mind its winding modes. Some watch shakers have two (or more) independently controlled platforms, allowing you to wind at least two watches with different mechanisms simultaneously. By the way, if you prefer complete silence at night, you can select an item that has a pre-programmed sleep phase or a special setting that can stop the rotation for several hours.
Power Source
In most cases, watch winders are both mains- and battery-operated to ensure you can place them wherever you want, or even take them with you on a trip. AC adapter usually comes with the box, however, the batteries are not included in most cases, so you'll need to buy them additionally.
Design
Apart from being a functional device, a watch winder case is a classy accessory. That is why its design and the materials used are essential for making the right choice. Today, you can find a leather- or cloth- lined fine wood handmade watch winders. Your brand watches collection will look terrific in one of these cases. For those who appreciate hi-tech design, there are state-of-the-art metal and plastic models. Some watch winder boxes have controls on the housing, while others are made to resemble jewelry boxes with all the knobs hidden under the lid or on the back panel. So, the main advice here is to select an accessory to your own taste rather than follow a crowd, because a watch winder isn’t a simple device but a stunning decor element in any house.
Did you know?
Some Facts About Watches Themselves
- The title of the most expensive watch in the world belongs to a model with a rather enigmatic name Hallucination by Graff Diamonds. The watch is worth over $55 million (over 40 million pounds) partially thanks to over 110 carats of colored diamonds set into a bracelet of platinum. What's more interesting is the fact that the 2nd most expensive watch comes from the very same company and holds a similarly grandiose name. The Fascination, by Graff Diamonds, features a price tag of 40 million American dollars (almost 30 million pounds) and is comprised of 152.96 carats of white diamonds and includes a center, 38.13-carat, pear-shaped diamond that can detach into a ring.
- The title of the world's biggest clock is somewhat more ambiguous than that of the world's most expensive one. Technically speaking, the world's "Largest Timepiece" was created by artist Jim Bowers, with an official diameter of 1.75 miles. But the aforementioned device incorporates 3 lasers and calling it a clock wouldn't necessarily be correct unless you're interested in discussing the semantics of this word. The title of the world's biggest actual clock would probably have to go to Abraj Al Bait Towers clock in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, featuring a 142-foot diameter clock built on a 1971-foot hotel tower in front of the Ka'ba.
- Although the origins of the very first wristwatch are still unknown and have been the subject of heated debates for the past decade and a half, with some claiming that it was designed and developed by Louis Cartier so that his friend, Mr. Santos-Dumont, could fly a plane without having to take his hands off the controls to check the time, and others insisting that the first wristwatch was invested by a now world-famous designer of watches Patek Phillipe in 1868, the origins of the first self-winding clock are much more clear. A man named John Harwood was the original inventor of the first self-winding watch mechanism sometime during 1923.
Originally a Limited Offer
The history behind watch winders isn't necessarily as long and interesting as the one behind watches themselves. The thing is, the very first watch winders haven't necessarily been designed and created with the largest commercial market in mind. These devices were mostly employed by watch repair shops for a fairly limited variety of fixing and repairing applications. The very first time these devices have been introduced to a wider range of customers happened somewhere in Europe towards the end of the 1990s. The reason for this sudden commercial success lies behind the fact that, at the time, there was a fairly high concentration of engineers and scientists in Japan with a considerable interest in automatic watches and winder production. A small company started producing watch winders for the Japanese market and, ever since then, they have been slowly getting introduced to the rest of the world.
A Decent Watch Winder Isn't as Expensive as You Might Think
While that is true that a watch winder is somewhat of a luxury and not everyone necessarily has to own one of these devices, they are actually not as costly as the majority of people probably tend to believe. Although we still wouldn't recommend purchasing the absolute cheapest option you could possibly find on the market, especially since the majority of them come with a Chinese motor that, more often than not, wouldn't be able to last very long and produce the kind of result the customer may be hoping for, any watch winder that comes equipped with a Japanese Mabuchi motors or one of the similar premier engines will be able to do the job.
How to:
FAQ:
Q: Is winding the watches the only thing this device is good for?
A: On the contrary, a watch winder is capable of so much more than simply winding your automatic watch. One of the biggest advantages of the watch winder isn't just that it keeps your automatic watch up to time and date but also the fact that it improves the durability of your watch. First of all, your automatic watch or watches need motion not just to be able to stay on time but also, in order to keep the oil inside, the movement of your watch has to be fluently distributed over the mechanical parts. What some people choose to believe is that watch winders rotate constantly but the truth is that most decent watch winders have programs that feature different kinds of rotation with a resting period. Since the majority of modern automatic watches feature a so-called stress protection in order to avoid putting too much pressure on the mechanical parts of the device, so do the majority of up-to-date watch winders include some type of a program that will be able to protect your watch from receiving some sort of damage.
Q: Should I purchase the kind of watch winder that appeals to me first or is there some meaning behind the design of every model?
A: Of course, since a watch winder isn't just a useful device but also a great and stylish addition to your interior, you should always consider how attractive you find it and how will it be able to fit the room you wish to place it in. But, on top of that, a watch winder isn't just some random device whose structure is a figment of the designer's imagination. First and foremost, it is a case that keeps the watch protected. Since different kinds of natural elements such as moisture are capable of disrupting the functioning of the watches by causing corrosion, A watch winder will be more than useful when it comes to protecting your watches from "natural" harm. So, before choosing the one that simply appeals to you on a personal level, you should check whether the device in question will be able to provide a sufficient amount of protection to your watch.
Q: Can I manually turn the motor in a watch winder?
A: Absolutely not. You should never even attempt to manually turn the watch winder's motor since there is a very good chance that this course of action may cause some kind of damage to the unit. If you have any issues with your watch winder and you feel like it isn't functioning properly or at all, you should avoid trying to fix the device on your own and contact a specialist.
Q: Are watch winders loud when operating?
A: It all depends on the model. But, unless you're interested in investing in a cheaper product that comes with a subpar motor, the majority of decent watch winders, especially the ones that include the Japanese Mabuchi motor or any similar alternative, tend to operate in a comparatively quiet fashion and won't be able to disturb you in your sleep.
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