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numbsy · 18 May 2010, 08:06 PM

Hello,

I wear my TT Sub C only two days out of the week.
Should I be manually winding it every few days or can I just let it stop and set the time/date come the weekend?
Or, do I need to buy a winder?

Any input is appreciated.

I have searched the forums and it seems people on here are split about winders.

I'm just not sure if I will somehow damage the watch by letting it stop four times a month.

Thanks!

The GMT Master · 18 May 2010, 08:44 PM

The watch will be absolutely fine left to run down. If you're wearing it a couple of days a week anyway, then there'll be no problems with regards to lubricants - they'll still be moving about nicely. I'd keep hold of the couple of hundred pounds needed to buy a watch winder, especially for the sake of 30 seconds of setting up a watch every now and then

dalip · 18 May 2010, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by The GMT Master

The watch will be absolutely fine left to run down. If you're wearing it a couple of days a week anyway, then there'll be no problems with regards to lubricants - they'll still be moving about nicely. I'd keep hold of the couple of hundred pounds needed to buy a watch winder, especially for the sake of 30 seconds of setting up a watch every now and then

+1

I leave watches way longer than that...and I enjoy re-setting them when it's their turn to come out

Jason71 · 18 May 2010, 09:00 PM

No winder.........Don't waste your money.

Mystro · 18 May 2010, 09:35 PM

I have used a Orbita winder for the last 12 years and my serti Sub has never been serviced and keeps the same +3 a day now as it did new. The watch was either on my wrist or a winder. Do I think the winder is good for my Rolex?......Absolutely. Get a good winder. Whats another $300 for security and longevity of a $6k watch?

mhmfao · 18 May 2010, 09:38 PM

Yes. You need a watch winder. Send it to me. I'll wear it 7 days a week and keep it wound for you.

V/R,
Michael

2th Dr · 18 May 2010, 11:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dalip

+1

I leave watches way longer than that...and I enjoy re-setting them when it's their turn to come out

Yep, let 'em stop.

dalip · 18 May 2010, 11:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2th DR

Yep, let 'em stop.

I bet that Daytona hasn't stopped Buddy

veidtadrian · 19 May 2010, 12:10 AM

Being the resident cheap skate here...

Why not take a minute or so each day to wind her up? It'll allow you to appreciate the GMT even more and also save you money!

PeteNYC13 · 19 May 2010, 12:16 AM

Need? No.
Does it make life easier when you rotate between several choices? Yes.

For the convenience of it, I prefer the winder but from what I have learned (mostly on here) there is no damage by letting it run down between wrist visits.

I just hate setting the watch after a few days...and, I often only realize it's not accurate or running when I am five minutes late for a meeting! lol

-Pete

2th Dr · 19 May 2010, 12:50 AM

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Originally Posted by dalip

I bet that Daytona hasn't stopped Buddy

Well, um.... er, uhh, what was the question?

Quicksilver · 19 May 2010, 12:53 AM

Winding and setting my Rolex is a ritual for me - it brings you into even closer contact with your watch.

I think winders are a bit of a gimmick. Your better of putting the money into something more useful - like another Rolex.

2th Dr · 19 May 2010, 01:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quicksilver

Winding and setting my Rolex is a ritual for me - it brings you into even closer contact with your watch.

I think winders are a bit of a gimmick. Your better of putting the money into something more useful - like another Rolex.

gmaines · 19 May 2010, 03:11 AM

I also bought a winder, never use it....

MortgageGuy · 19 May 2010, 03:34 AM

Well again, I guess I am in the minority here, I use a winder and love it. Nothing crazy, It is a triple winder and ran about $500. I just like the idea of being able to grab the watch I want and go... Guess I am just lazy

cervezaman · 19 May 2010, 05:41 AM

For me the issue is how can I have my watches stored securely in the safe and use a winder?? What do you guys do?

MortgageGuy · 19 May 2010, 06:09 AM

There is an orbita I have seen that winds multiple watches and runs on a battery that is supposed to last 5 years... no plugs. I dont keep mine in a safe so not an issue for me.

George Ab · 19 May 2010, 09:01 AM

Concur, you do not need a winder. I manual wind PAM every day and find it to be a nice ritual.

I do like my watchwinder; happily spinning away; however, it is only for convenience. Used to own a JLC Reveil that did not have a quick set date, now setting that was a pain.

I have a 3/8" diameter hole in my safe that I was able to remove the 110V plug, fish line through, and reinstall plug. Had 110V outlet put in the closet specific for this purpose.

hooliganhooker · 19 May 2010, 09:22 AM

Put the winder on your birthday wish list. Let someone else buy it for you since they probably won't "chip in" to your next Rolex fund.

I have a quad winder my wife got me for X-mas. I probably wouldn't have bought it for myself, but she never knows what to get me. She enjoyed giving it, I enjoyed receiving it, and my watches are always good to go!

LouS · 19 May 2010, 09:52 AM

How about the argument that it saves wear on the crown and stem if you just have it constantly running? Claptrap?

andrew79 · 19 May 2010, 10:05 AM

just put it on your wrist every other day... it will work just fine.

Mystro · 19 May 2010, 11:28 AM

Most all good winders are built for long term safe storage. They have a backup battery that runs when you dont have ac power. Winders are far from a gimmick. They have been around for a long time and most all serious collectors use them. Some even have 30-50 built in winders that fill a entire wall for their collection. Watch winder is to a watch collector like a humidor to a cigar aficionado.

Quote:

Originally Posted by cervezaman

For me the issue is how can I have my watches stored securely in the safe and use a winder?? What do you guys do?

sakuraba · 19 May 2010, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cervezaman

For me the issue is how can I have my watches stored securely in the safe and use a winder?? What do you guys do?

My Orbitas fit nicely in my safe. Both are battery operated, and with regular alkaline I usually replace every 6-8 months.

JMIND · 19 May 2010, 02:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by the gmt master

the watch will be absolutely fine left to run down. If you're wearing it a couple of days a week anyway, then there'll be no problems with regards to lubricants - they'll still be moving about nicely. I'd keep hold of the couple of hundred pounds needed to buy a watch winder, especially for the sake of 30 seconds of setting up a watch every now and then

+2!

mcjca · 19 May 2010, 02:43 PM

The real question or response should be....Why are you only wearing the watch for two days a week?!?!?!

htc8p · 19 May 2010, 04:43 PM

no winders. that would be boring. and winding once a week is no problem. i think you can even go once every 6 months but that wouldnt be advisable

harvey · 19 May 2010, 04:49 PM

yeh i wear mines only a couple of times a week as well...

the rest of the time theyre on my "winder"...

by the way i am kidding! lol

numbsy · 19 May 2010, 06:00 PM

Thanks everyone for all the replies

Quote:

Originally Posted by mcjca

The real question or response should be....Why are you only wearing the watch for two days a week?!?!?!

It's my weekend watch, that way it stays special ;)

Carlos98326194 · 19 May 2010, 08:16 PM

Perhaps the real question would be.....
Why on earth are you only wearing your watch only twice a week?

HL65 · 19 May 2010, 08:50 PM

Only if you don't want to reset time! It makes no difference. The watch was built to last.

18 May 2010, 08:06 PM	#1
numbsy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: vit Location: canada Watch: 116613 & 16710 Posts: 102	Wearing watch only twice a week - do i need a winder? Hello, I wear my TT Sub C only two days out of the week. Should I be manually winding it every few days or can I just let it stop and set the time/date come the weekend? Or, do I need to buy a winder? Any input is appreciated. I have searched the forums and it seems people on here are split about winders. I'm just not sure if I will somehow damage the watch by letting it stop four times a month. Thanks!

18 May 2010, 09:00 PM	#4
Jason71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Rolex/Tudor Divers Posts: 7,973	No winder.........Don't waste your money. __________________ Best Regards, Jason Just Say "NO" to Polishing Card-Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch Curmudgeons LIfe is too short to wear inexpensive watches PLEXI IS SEXY

19 May 2010, 12:16 AM	#10
PeteNYC13 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Pete Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,607	Need? No. Does it make life easier when you rotate between several choices? Yes. For the convenience of it, I prefer the winder but from what I have learned (mostly on here) there is no damage by letting it run down between wrist visits. I just hate setting the watch after a few days...and, I often only realize it's not accurate or running when I am five minutes late for a meeting! lol -Pete __________________ SS Submariner K16610 SS Submariner F16610LV SS/P Yachtmaster M16622 SS Black Dial Daytona M116520 SS Explorer II D16570

19 May 2010, 12:53 AM	#12
Quicksilver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: David Location: London+Guangzhou Watch: ing watches Posts: 2,603	Winding and setting my Rolex is a ritual for me - it brings you into even closer contact with your watch. I think winders are a bit of a gimmick. Your better of putting the money into something more useful - like another Rolex. __________________ Rolex Sea Dweller 116600, GMT Master II 16710 (Pepsi) and 116710 BLNR, Daytona 116500LN, Submariner 14060M.

19 May 2010, 03:34 AM	#15
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	Well again, I guess I am in the minority here, I use a winder and love it. Nothing crazy, It is a triple winder and ran about $500. I just like the idea of being able to grab the watch I want and go... Guess I am just lazy __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

18 May 2010, 08:44 PM	#2
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	The watch will be absolutely fine left to run down. If you're wearing it a couple of days a week anyway, then there'll be no problems with regards to lubricants - they'll still be moving about nicely. I'd keep hold of the couple of hundred pounds needed to buy a watch winder, especially for the sake of 30 seconds of setting up a watch every now and then

18 May 2010, 09:35 PM	#5
Mystro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 15,510	I have used a Orbita winder for the last 12 years and my serti Sub has never been serviced and keeps the same +3 a day now as it did new. The watch was either on my wrist or a winder. Do I think the winder is good for my Rolex?......Absolutely. Get a good winder. Whats another $300 for security and longevity of a $6k watch?

18 May 2010, 09:38 PM	#6
mhmfao Removed Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Mike Location: Tokyo Watch: 16600K (lug holes) Posts: 182	Yes. You need a watch winder. Send it to me. I'll wear it 7 days a week and keep it wound for you. V/R, Michael

19 May 2010, 12:10 AM	#9
veidtadrian "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Ozymandias Location: BKK/NO/LDN/MPLS Watch: (2) SS DJ + SS Sub Posts: 311	Being the resident cheap skate here... Why not take a minute or so each day to wind her up? It'll allow you to appreciate the GMT even more and also save you money!

19 May 2010, 03:11 AM	#14
gmaines Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Riverside, CA Watch: Submariner&SDDS Posts: 306	I also bought a winder, never use it....

19 May 2010, 05:41 AM	#16
cervezaman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: UK Watch: Submariner Posts: 51	For me the issue is how can I have my watches stored securely in the safe and use a winder?? What do you guys do?

19 May 2010, 06:09 AM	#17
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	There is an orbita I have seen that winds multiple watches and runs on a battery that is supposed to last 5 years... no plugs. I dont keep mine in a safe so not an issue for me. __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

19 May 2010, 09:01 AM	#18
George Ab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: George Location: Seattle Watch: One of Them Posts: 6,924	Concur, you do not need a winder. I manual wind PAM every day and find it to be a nice ritual. I do like my watchwinder; happily spinning away; however, it is only for convenience. Used to own a JLC Reveil that did not have a quick set date, now setting that was a pain. I have a 3/8" diameter hole in my safe that I was able to remove the 110V plug, fish line through, and reinstall plug. Had 110V outlet put in the closet specific for this purpose. Attached Images __________________

19 May 2010, 09:22 AM	#19
hooliganhooker Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Robert Location: Iowa Watch: Rolex MilGauss Posts: 513	Put the winder on your birthday wish list. Let someone else buy it for you since they probably won't "chip in" to your next Rolex fund. I have a quad winder my wife got me for X-mas. I probably wouldn't have bought it for myself, but she never knows what to get me. She enjoyed giving it, I enjoyed receiving it, and my watches are always good to go!

19 May 2010, 09:52 AM	#20
LouS "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: New York City Watch: GMT II 16710 Black Posts: 142	How about the argument that it saves wear on the crown and stem if you just have it constantly running? Claptrap?

19 May 2010, 10:05 AM	#21
andrew79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Andrew Location: Indonesia Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,277	just put it on your wrist every other day... it will work just fine. __________________ Baume & Mercier Riviera Rolex GMT II c, DJ 116234, Sub 16610, EXP 2 16570 Panerai 111 , 232

19 May 2010, 02:43 PM	#25
mcjca "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Mike Location: CA Watch: SS Sub, BB GMT Posts: 139	The real question or response should be....Why are you only wearing the watch for two days a week?!?!?!

19 May 2010, 04:43 PM	#26
htc8p "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Bert Location: philippines Watch: 116710 ln Posts: 3,472	no winders. that would be boring. and winding once a week is no problem. i think you can even go once every 6 months but that wouldnt be advisable

19 May 2010, 04:49 PM	#27
harvey "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: rolexforums.com Posts: 5,436	yeh i wear mines only a couple of times a week as well... the rest of the time theyre on my "winder"... by the way i am kidding! lol __________________ And ever has it been that love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation.

19 May 2010, 08:16 PM	#29
Carlos98326194 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Carlos Location: UK Watch: ing YOU! Posts: 1,121	Perhaps the real question would be..... Why on earth are you only wearing your watch only twice a week? __________________ 16610 116400GV 116520W 00112 116710LN 16610LV 00292 116520B

19 May 2010, 08:50 PM	#30
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,006	Only if you don't want to reset time! It makes no difference. The watch was built to last. __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

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