As more an more consumers continue to suck
up the finest automatic watches, the more and more watch winders are
being sold. In fact, there are some estimates that there are more than 6
million automatic watch owners in the US alone. So why are these watch
winders some important and popular?
Many of these fine automatic watches are an investment and can gain value over time, and thus there is a ever growing population of collectors. This is similar to the large art collection or sports memorabilia market. Once you purchase your first Rolex or Breitling, it can quickly become an addiction to keep adding to your collection. When this happens, the collector will quickly realize the he/she needs to purchase an automatic watch winder to preserve and maintain there ongoing collection.
The automatic watch works off a sophisticated combination of a rotor, springs, and gears. And, these gears and springs move and wind the mainspring through the perpetual motion of the wearer's wrist, the automatic watch is able to display accurate time. However, when the collector chooses to switch to another watch in their collection, the previous watch will stop in 1 to 2 days. This quickly becomes an issue for the collector as not only do they want their watch to be ready to wear and on time, but they want their gears and springs to maintain good lubrication so that the watch can maintain it's accuracy and value over time. So, in order to do this, the collector will need to purchase an automatic watch winder to duplicate the perpetual motion of the wrist.
This duplication is accomplished through a motorized device that comes equipped with an intermittent timing device and bi directional controls. That is, a motor that will move clockwise, counterclockwise, or in both directions. This is important as different watch brands will require different settings in order for the watch to display the correct time. Further, the winder will allow the user to choose different timing options so that the winder properly stops and starts. Just as your wrist is not constantly moving, the motors of the watch winder should pause and start at intervals.
Next, the collector will have to choose what type of watch winder they want, the number of watches it holds, and the price they will want to spend. The beauty, size, and quality of the watch winder is directly correlated to the price. The collector should carefully learn of the functionality and features of the winder before buying to ensure they will have a winder that comes with all the right options. If you are will to spend 5 or 10 thousand on a watch, it is certainly worth it to spend a few hundred dollars on a watch winder. Further the collector should judge how much space they will need and how may independent motors they will require so that each brand can have it's own settings.
So as you can see, the automatic watch is a precious item that demands proper care and maintenance to preserve the longevity and value of the fine timepiece. A watch winder will accomplish the majority of these needs, and it will give you a beautiful display case to show off you valuable collection.
Many of these fine automatic watches are an investment and can gain value over time, and thus there is a ever growing population of collectors. This is similar to the large art collection or sports memorabilia market. Once you purchase your first Rolex or Breitling, it can quickly become an addiction to keep adding to your collection. When this happens, the collector will quickly realize the he/she needs to purchase an automatic watch winder to preserve and maintain there ongoing collection.
The automatic watch works off a sophisticated combination of a rotor, springs, and gears. And, these gears and springs move and wind the mainspring through the perpetual motion of the wearer's wrist, the automatic watch is able to display accurate time. However, when the collector chooses to switch to another watch in their collection, the previous watch will stop in 1 to 2 days. This quickly becomes an issue for the collector as not only do they want their watch to be ready to wear and on time, but they want their gears and springs to maintain good lubrication so that the watch can maintain it's accuracy and value over time. So, in order to do this, the collector will need to purchase an automatic watch winder to duplicate the perpetual motion of the wrist.
This duplication is accomplished through a motorized device that comes equipped with an intermittent timing device and bi directional controls. That is, a motor that will move clockwise, counterclockwise, or in both directions. This is important as different watch brands will require different settings in order for the watch to display the correct time. Further, the winder will allow the user to choose different timing options so that the winder properly stops and starts. Just as your wrist is not constantly moving, the motors of the watch winder should pause and start at intervals.
Next, the collector will have to choose what type of watch winder they want, the number of watches it holds, and the price they will want to spend. The beauty, size, and quality of the watch winder is directly correlated to the price. The collector should carefully learn of the functionality and features of the winder before buying to ensure they will have a winder that comes with all the right options. If you are will to spend 5 or 10 thousand on a watch, it is certainly worth it to spend a few hundred dollars on a watch winder. Further the collector should judge how much space they will need and how may independent motors they will require so that each brand can have it's own settings.
So as you can see, the automatic watch is a precious item that demands proper care and maintenance to preserve the longevity and value of the fine timepiece. A watch winder will accomplish the majority of these needs, and it will give you a beautiful display case to show off you valuable collection.
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