Watch Winder
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Good evening,
Swiss Kubik produces some great Watch Winders and come in different finishes (granite, leather, wood, etc...) and they are also stackable for those with large collections.
I don't personally use a watch winder, but Swiss Kubik would be my first choice if I were to purchase one in the future. Although, if I could find a copy of the black granite limited edition I would jump on it in a heart beat.
http://www.swisskubik.com/#/fr/
Cheers,
Christofle
Swiss Kubik produces some great Watch Winders and come in different finishes (granite, leather, wood, etc...) and they are also stackable for those with large collections.
I don't personally use a watch winder, but Swiss Kubik would be my first choice if I were to purchase one in the future. Although, if I could find a copy of the black granite limited edition I would jump on it in a heart beat.
http://www.swisskubik.com/#/fr/
Cheers,
Christofle
Question to those with a Swiss Kubik - is it worth paying extra for the customisable version with a USB stick?
The only versions that my local AD carries are those with the USB, which allows you to set the winding to the watch manufacturer's specs. This would also allow you to set the winding at a fairly low level so as to not put excessive stress on the rotor and winding mechanism. Although the marginal benefit of having this extra feature might be negligible.
Thank you for the info Christofle
The Swiss Kubik Startbox (non programmable) has 950 rotations per day by default and is around 350 Euros, whereas the programmable version is over 600 Euros. Not really sure whether it's worth going for the more expensive Kubik just in case...
Also, is it possible to over wind automatic watches?
Thank you for the info Christofle
The Swiss Kubik Startbox (non programmable) has 950 rotations per day by default and is around 350 Euros, whereas the programmable version is over 600 Euros. Not really sure whether it's worth going for the more expensive Kubik just in case...
Also, is it possible to over wind automatic watches?
It is pretty much impossible to overwind most modern watches since they have a clutch that activates once they reach maximum winding capacity. Although if you are using the winder on a vintage watch, you might want to be a bit more careful.
Omg ! I didn't even know this existed ! My rolex never has the right time bc I forget to wear it !
My watch isn't vintage but I might end up getting the USB version anyway, as you get a wider selection of colours
Thanks again!
I use Orbita. They are expensive though, but run quietly. They are made in the USA. Sometimes you can get much better price at sierratradingpost dot com or at orbita dot com and click outlet store. There are other watch forum members who own Orbita and are happy. For less expensive option, some people get by with Brookstone. There are reviews on their website, most are good, some are bad.
I have the Casetta. My daughter has Privee. My DH and DS have Monaco. Note that each model can have different winding technologies. For example I bought the Privee with programmable technology (various options to choose the number of turns per day depending on your watch models). Currently Sierratradingpost is selling a Privee with Rotorwind technology (swings back and forth like your wrist). I am on their mailing list and get coupons all the time. I got the Casetta 3/2012 for $250 and Privee 4/2012 for $270.
With the Casetta you can remove the interior unit from the wood housing and store in your safe if you want. They are stackable.
From orbita's website click Database to find out turns per day, whether bi or unidirectional base on your watch brand and movement number http://orbita.com/database-search/
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Wow, that's very useful info, thank you HHPmom!
I've had a look on sierratradingpost and really love the look of Casetta, but it doesn't seem to have Rotorwind. Do any of the models you've tried have Rotorwind, and do you notice a difference between that and programmable models?