Wolf winder question

[tomchicago]

got a wolf 2.7 winder today. fairly nice piece, but i'm concerned about the potential for the watch "cushion" holder to stretch the bracelet since it seems snug. but i recall the watches sit pretty snug in AD display case holders so wondering if this is a legit concern. anyone suggest a better alternative? ty

[sakuraba]

IMO the cushion won't harm the bracelet. What actually causes the stretching is the wear on the pins from friction, and not pressure from a foam padding or your wrist.

FWIW, I had the same concern with my Orbita and called them to ask about it. They sent me smaller pads, but assured me the larger ones won't hurt the watch.

Maybe you can ask Wolf for smaller pads.

Hope this helps.

[Fearsome Puppy]

I have a wolf winder and don't have a problem with bracelet strech, though I find with the heavier watches like my DSSD or PAMs that they sometimes with the cushion fall out of the socket which is a little irritating...

[Rippin]

I guess the 2.7 doesn't come with 2 sizes of cuffs? I know that the modular 4.0 winders come with 2 sizes of cuffs to accommodate smaller or larger wrists, but they aren't the snug fit cuffs that connects into the drum the prevents heavy watches from falling out.

[zak98]

my module 3.0s came with 2 size pads. so i use the appropriate ones as i have a relatively small wrist at 7 3/8 or so. but i have had all the rolexes and a couple tag's on the winders in the safe for few years now, with no issue or noticeable stretch (even to my 16014 jubilee bracelet). so i would not worry too much about the foam bending the metal over time.

[MortgageGuy]

A fabric cushion can NOT stretch Satinless Steel or Gold There are numerous threads on this issue, do an advanced search. You will be perfectly fine using the winder.

In order to put my watches on the winder cushion, I latch the band and slide it over the cushion as opposed to closing it on the cushion, give this a try and see if it is any easier... I have a Wolf too

[tomchicago]

fyi the 2.7 feels very made in china & not in a good way

[tomchicago]

Originally Posted by MortgageGuy

A fabric cushion can NOT stretch Satinless Steel or Gold There are numerous threads on this issue, do an advanced search. You will be perfectly fine using the winder.

In order to put my watches on the winder cushion, I latch the band and slide it over the cushion as opposed to closing it on the cushion, give this a try and see if it is any easier... I have a Wolf too

can u point me to the other threads i looked but didn't find :( ty

[MortgageGuy]

Originally Posted by tomchicago

can u point me to the other threads i looked but didn't find :( ty

http://************/showthread.php?t=10...hlight=stretch
http://************/showthread.php?t=10...hlight=stretch
http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=89782
http://************/showthread.php?t=10...hlight=stretch
http://************/showthread.php?t=96...hlight=stretch

Here are a few, there are literally hundreds of them... Did you do an advanced search and type in the word "stretch"?:think ing: When I do I get 501 results...

[tomchicago]

Thanks mortge. The GMT is spinning on the 2.7. I think I like it! PS: how's mortgage funding these days?

[MortgageGuy]

Originally Posted by tomchicago

Thanks mortge. The GMT is spinning on the 2.7. I think I like it! PS: how's mortgage funding these days?

No problem, the advanced search function is awesome!!! Just scroll the first few pages and you will find loads of links...

Mtg industry is booming despite what you hear from everyone... Good thing is lots of folks have gotten out...Mostly mortgage brokers... I am a lender so its a different ball game... Home values now, thats a whole different issue

Take care and enjoy your winder, you will love it And seriously dont ever worry about any stretch, you will be just fine!