Looking for a decent watch winder.

Lady Jane · 06-19-2023, 09:45 AM

Electric, quiet and must rotate both ways

What are some of you using and recommend?

Clark_Kent · 06-19-2023, 09:52 AM

I've used Wolf watch winders and have generally been pleased with them. I've had a double and currently a quad winder.

https://www.wolf1834.com/viceroy-4-piece-winder#93=85

PcarFan · 06-19-2023, 03:38 PM

I don`t own a watch winder so this might not be of help to you.

I probably own over 30 watches, and I learned at very young age that a watch winder is only good if you own watches with complex calendar displays.
The only watch that I own with a complex calendar display is a quartz movement watch.

If you only own simple date models, you don`t need a watch winder. It`s better to let a watch come to a complete stop once an a while, especially if you only wear it 5-6 times per year.

Keeping a watch on a winder that doesn't get much use and doesn't have a complex calendar, will only cause unnecessary wear.

Westside Guy · 06-19-2023, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Clark_Kent

I've used Wolf watch winders and have generally been pleased with them. I've had a double and currently a quad winder.

https://www.wolf1834.com/viceroy-4-piece-winder#93=85

I have had a Wolf double winder for over 15 years and it is still running strong! The only issue I had with the beautiful black leather case is that the glass front came loose as the glue must have dried out from old age and I had to apply fresh glue to secure it properly.

Lady Jane · 06-19-2023, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PcarFan

Keeping a watch on a winder that doesn't get much use and doesn't have a complex calendar, will only cause unnecessary wear.

It's for my daily.

Markr · 06-20-2023, 02:28 PM

I would be inclined to get one that you find aesthetically pleasing, as the majority appear to have the same standard Mabuchi motor and gear unit.

I purchased mine on Amazon about 4 years ago, it s a dual winder, with a drawer underneath to store a couple of quartz watches.

I have replaced the motor twice, and the original gear unit was gears and belt, and after a couple of belts I replaced with a totally gear driven unit, and a new Mabuchi motor.

It has been going now for 6 months, no issues yet - fingers crossed.

My biggest issue is that since I purchased a Garmin watch I have not worn any of my nice watches in over a year!

nunzo · 06-20-2023, 02:52 PM

Wolf. I have 4 of them holding automatic watches I regularly wear. The rest of my collections stays in my safe or in it's original box.

c1pher · 06-20-2023, 03:38 PM

My wife, but you can't have her.

Bruuuce · 06-21-2023, 08:14 AM

I have two of these, they seem to work fine. No complaints and been working for a few years. Nothing fancy, but do the job.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

DocL · 06-21-2023, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Markr

...My biggest issue is that since I purchased a Garmin watch I have not worn any of my nice watches in over a year!

I got a Samsung galaxy watch about five years ago. Since then I've only worn my analog watches about ten times in that time period. I sold three of my nice watches, including a Daytona two tone, that I'm now kicking myself in the butt because their values are now 2x-3x more than what I sold them for. SMH.

I love my smartwatch because I don't have to take my phone out of my pocket to see who's calling or texting me while I am drilling on someone's tooth lol.

Lady Jane · 06-21-2023, 05:57 PM

Smart watches have no souls. It would be like trading my 1200RT for an electric scooter.

Pottah · 06-22-2023, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by DocL

I got a Samsung galaxy watch about five years ago. Since then I've only worn my analog watches about ten times in that time period. I sold three of my nice watches, including a Daytona two tone, that I'm now kicking myself in the butt because their values are now 2x-3x more than what I sold them for. SMH.

I love my smartwatch because I don't have to take my phone out of my pocket to see who's calling or texting me while I am drilling on someone's tooth lol.

This looks identical to the one I have. It's pretty quiet but not entirely silent. My only complaint is the sides of the pillow is coming off but I think some super glue will fix it.

DocL · 06-22-2023, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Lady Jane

Smart watches have no souls. It would be like trading my 1200RT for an electric scooter.

I agree with you on that thought about the iPhone. However the Galaxy watch I have looks like a conventional watch. I swapped out the rubber band for a nice black anodized band and I've gotten a lot of compliments on it. I also like that I can pay for things without using a card which is much more secure, especially at gas pumps where a lot of card readers are used down here to steal your info.

I also don't have to worry about someone pointing a gun at me demanding I give up my watch.

vinnymac · 06-26-2023, 02:28 PM

I've been pretty happy with this one:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

SharpAndCunning · 06-30-2023, 12:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lady Jane

It's for my daily.

Why do you need a watch winder for your daily? Even cheap knockoffs generate enough during daily use to keep enough reserve for the next day.

happyjack · 06-30-2023, 12:24 PM

I've run this heiden quad winder for 6 years now and have had no issues. usually running between 2-4 winders at a time. it's pretty quiet...doesnt bother my wife or me sleeping and it sits about 8-ft from our bed.

FLX4M · 09-28-2023, 08:06 PM

I have a Wolf Quad winder, a double and 2 Single winders. The singles are Green and Blue in color...don't use so willing to sell if interested?

I typically wear 2 Rolex's which I keep on a holder and rotate every other day. They go on the winder occasionaly. They hold power so long they don't need the winder. I also have a speedster which I wear a lot. Same deal.

Pool Shark · 10-22-2023, 02:16 PM

I have a Wolf winder that is adequate, but picked up a Heiden double watch winder that appears to be equally excellent.

BimmerBoomer · 11-30-2023, 06:35 AM

I complained that my Heritor Ashton was running +25 and the company sent me a second copy. I had the original regulated and bought the winder so that I could keep both watches running well. As it happens several months later I still haven't decided - the replacement runs about +7 seconds per day and the other -5. What I have decided is that with these watches it is better to wind them manually and leave them face up than use this winder: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B08...e?ie=UTF8&th=1 It is quiet and seems to work. I'm buying another automatic with a Seiko movement - perhaps it will be better suited to the winder.

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Clark_Kent Lieutenant Colonel 2302 Rep 1,916 Posts Drives: Retired Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	I've used Wolf watch winders and have generally been pleased with them. I've had a double and currently a quad winder. https://www.wolf1834.com/viceroy-4-piece-winder#93=85
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PcarFan Baned 937 Rep 64 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: Neck of the woods iTrader: (0)	I don`t own a watch winder so this might not be of help to you. I probably own over 30 watches, and I learned at very young age that a watch winder is only good if you own watches with complex calendar displays. The only watch that I own with a complex calendar display is a quartz movement watch. If you only own simple date models, you don`t need a watch winder. It`s better to let a watch come to a complete stop once an a while, especially if you only wear it 5-6 times per year. Keeping a watch on a winder that doesn't get much use and doesn't have a complex calendar, will only cause unnecessary wear.
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Markr First Lieutenant 644 Rep 357 Posts Drives: BMW 740d Xdrive M Sport Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Wiltshire, UK iTrader: (0)	I would be inclined to get one that you find aesthetically pleasing, as the majority appear to have the same standard Mabuchi motor and gear unit. I purchased mine on Amazon about 4 years ago, it s a dual winder, with a drawer underneath to store a couple of quartz watches. I have replaced the motor twice, and the original gear unit was gears and belt, and after a couple of belts I replaced with a totally gear driven unit, and a new Mabuchi motor. It has been going now for 6 months, no issues yet - fingers crossed. My biggest issue is that since I purchased a Garmin watch I have not worn any of my nice watches in over a year! __________________ Current: 2018 BMW G11 740d MSport XDrive Past: 2015 Audi 3.0tdi A8L, 2012 Audi 3.0tdi A8L, 2009 Audi 3.0tdi A8, 2005 Jaguar 4.2V8 XJL, 2000 Jaguar 4.0V8 XJL + many others
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Lady Jane Cailín gan eagla. 80977 Rep 1,047 Posts Drives: 2024 X3 M40i and R1200RT bike. Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Atlantic Canada. iTrader: (0)	Smart watches have no souls. It would be like trading my 1200RT for an electric scooter.
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vinnymac Lieutenant 170 Rep 400 Posts Drives: 2024 X5 50e Join Date: May 2011 Location: Saint Louis, MO iTrader: (0)	I've been pretty happy with this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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happyjack Captain 1670 Rep 922 Posts Drives: '21 F87 M2C 6MT Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: old line state iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 MINI Hatch 5-door [0.00] 2021 BMW M2 Competi ... [9.67] 2023 BMW X5 xDrive40i [0.00] 2017 BMW X3 xDrive28i [0.00]	I've run this heiden quad winder for 6 years now and have had no issues. usually running between 2-4 winders at a time. it's pretty quiet...doesnt bother my wife or me sleeping and it sits about 8-ft from our bed. __________________ my garage: '23 G05 xDrive40i m-sport; '21 F87 M2C, 6MT; '17 F25 x-drive28i SAV; '15 F55 mini hatch 5-door retired: '87 E30 MT 'vert; '92 E36 sedan; '99 E36 MT 'vert; '06 E90 x-drive sedan; '07 E83 x-drive30 SAV; '09 E91 x-drive wagon; '12 E89 Z4 MT M-sport; '15 F22 sport line
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FLX4M Private 81 Rep 91 Posts Drives: BMW X4 M Comp, F30 335i xDrive Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: FL Beaches iTrader: (0)	I have a Wolf Quad winder, a double and 2 Single winders. The singles are Green and Blue in color...don't use so willing to sell if interested? I typically wear 2 Rolex's which I keep on a holder and rotate every other day. They go on the winder occasionaly. They hold power so long they don't need the winder. I also have a speedster which I wear a lot. Same deal.
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Pool Shark First Lieutenant 875 Rep 355 Posts Drives: 2024 M3 Join Date: Aug 2023 Location: Philly Suburbs, PA iTrader: (0)	I have a Wolf winder that is adequate, but picked up a Heiden double watch winder that appears to be equally excellent.
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BimmerBoomer demoted 462 Rep 1,174 Posts Drives: 2022 Audi S5 Sportback Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Grimsby, Ontario iTrader: (0)	I complained that my Heritor Ashton was running +25 and the company sent me a second copy. I had the original regulated and bought the winder so that I could keep both watches running well. As it happens several months later I still haven't decided - the replacement runs about +7 seconds per day and the other -5. What I have decided is that with these watches it is better to wind them manually and leave them face up than use this winder: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B08...e?ie=UTF8&th=1 It is quiet and seems to work. I'm buying another automatic with a Seiko movement - perhaps it will be better suited to the winder.
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