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HL65 · 10 August 2018, 06:28 PM

Save your money.

Chope Man · 10 August 2018, 08:56 PM

Necessary?

Not, unless you have a calendar complication watch that you do not ware everyday.

Comfortable if you have several watches? Definitely.

I have used those Swiss Kubik made for Rolex for years (7 or 8) with no problem.
I bough a new one recently for my 16618, second hand (but NOS with all the package).

brandrea · 10 August 2018, 08:59 PM

I’m in big trouble if it is a problem

GradyPhilpott · 11 August 2018, 03:46 AM

Winders are for convenience only.

I don't own any watches that can't be set to the second in a couple of minutes or less.

Actually, accuracy to the second is never necessary in my life and when I do take the time to do so, it's just for grins.

When I'm in a hurry, I just set the minute hand as closely as possible and I'm out the door. More precise setting can be accomplished later, if I'm so inclined.

TheVTCGuy · 11 August 2018, 04:55 AM

I use mine quite often, it is mainly for convenience, but I like my watch being set and ready to go whenever I am.

DLRIDES · 12 August 2018, 07:39 PM

Not necessary.

Hand winding creates a bond with your watch.

GM_FFX · 23 August 2018, 12:21 AM

For the guys here that have winders, which brand/model do you reccomend? I've seen other posts with 4 watches winders that cost $2,000... looking for something more reasonable.

I'm looking for a 2 or 3 watch winder with glass.

Rockrolex · 23 August 2018, 12:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

I use mine quite often, it is mainly for convenience, but I like my watch being set and ready to go whenever I am.

I have three Brookstone quad winders (each cost about $250), all with independently programmable motors. I feel the same as Paul, but I do have some watches with more than one complication, including a couple of PC watches. Peter (Padi56) and I have diametrically opposite views of the value of winders so you can take that for what it's worth.

MonBK · 23 August 2018, 01:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GM_FFX

For the guys here that have winders, which brand/model do you reccomend? I've seen other posts with 4 watches winders that cost $2,000... looking for something more reasonable.

I'm looking for a 2 or 3 watch winder with glass.

Look in to Orbita, they are pretty much the best on the market.

GradyPhilpott · 23 August 2018, 03:19 AM

Never mind.

77T · 23 August 2018, 05:35 AM

I can see reasons for using a winder and arthritis afflicted fingers are one.

They are a convenience but they don’t help change the date for you 5 times a year.

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Bigblu10 · 23 August 2018, 07:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77T

I can see reasons for using a winder and arthritis afflicted fingers are one.

They are a convenience but they don’t help change the date for you 5 times a year.

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codecow · 23 August 2018, 07:37 AM

If the winder costs at least $2000 then it will help your watch. If less than that the inferior rotation may actually cause damage over time, especially if the box material isn’t a fine hardwood from a trade restricted tree.

10 August 2018, 06:28 PM	#31
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GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK047 Posts: 34,460	Winders are for convenience only. I don't own any watches that can't be set to the second in a couple of minutes or less. Actually, accuracy to the second is never necessary in my life and when I do take the time to do so, it's just for grins. When I'm in a hurry, I just set the minute hand as closely as possible and I'm out the door. More precise setting can be accomplished later, if I'm so inclined. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

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DLRIDES 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Don Location: NC/WY Watch: Me Posts: 4,676	Not necessary. Hand winding creates a bond with your watch. __________________ *Purchasing your first non HOA home on a 3 acre lot DOES NOT equate to owning a “farm”.*

23 August 2018, 03:19 AM	#40
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK047 Posts: 34,460	Never mind. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

23 August 2018, 05:35 AM	#41
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,024	I can see reasons for using a winder and arthritis afflicted fingers are one. They are a convenience but they don’t help change the date for you 5 times a year. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

10 August 2018, 08:59 PM	#33
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11 August 2018, 04:55 AM	#35
TheVTCGuy Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Paul Location: San Diego Watch: 126619LB Posts: 21,540	I use mine quite often, it is mainly for convenience, but I like my watch being set and ready to go whenever I am.

23 August 2018, 12:21 AM	#37
GM_FFX "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Washington DC Posts: 27	For the guys here that have winders, which brand/model do you reccomend? I've seen other posts with 4 watches winders that cost $2,000... looking for something more reasonable. I'm looking for a 2 or 3 watch winder with glass.

23 August 2018, 07:37 AM	#43
codecow "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Louis Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: PP 5131R Posts: 5,197	If the winder costs at least $2000 then it will help your watch. If less than that the inferior rotation may actually cause damage over time, especially if the box material isn’t a fine hardwood from a trade restricted tree.

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