5/7/2023 0 Comments Automatic watch winder winding![]() This implies that the winding motor is capable of clockwise, anti-clockwise and bidirectional revolutions. When a watch is on a winder it will typically rest in a single position most of the day, which means that the accuracy might suffer a little.Prestige K10-7 Watch Winder – RDI Charles Kaeser Technical criteria: the essential points Direction of rotation and TPD (Turns Per Day)įirst of all, a rotating case must make it possible to maintain the power reserve of all collectible watches, whatever the calibre of which they are equipped. Most watches are tested & regulated based on being in 5 or more positions per day. In order to correct this loss & gain, very small regulating weights are mounted to the balance wheel, which allows for a controlled speeding up or slowing down of the movement when in different positions, ultimately balancing out the losses & gains over the course of the day. This drag will cause the watch to speed up or slow down while in different positions. One of the biggest focuses in the watch industry has been placed on watch accuracy, gravity creates drag on the escapement wheel, which is the main component regulating the time-keeping of your watch. After all, that is what the watch has been designed to do! On the other hand, if you own a watch with complications that will need to be reset every time the watch stops, such as a perpetual calendar, the benefits of keeping your watch constantly running far outweigh the perceived worry of adding extra stress to the movement. The short answer is, YES but only very minimal extra stress, nothing that one should be concerned about. Let’s start by saying that mechanical watches are designed to be worn constantly, so the same question can be asked if you wear the watch every day. Will keeping the watch constantly running put extra stress on the movement? However, if your watch requires only 650 winds per day & you put it on a winder that is set for 800 winds per day that would really be fine as the few extra winds will not hurt your watch. For example, we would advise against putting a watch that requires only 650 turns per day on a winder set for 1800 turns per day, as this would result in extra wear & tear on the winding gears for no reason. Watches are built to withstand constant motion however, since there is no benefit to keep winding a watch that is already wound, it would be wise to buy a winder that can be programmed to the needs of your watch. ![]() ![]() Once the mainspring is fully wound the winding gears (rotor & crown) decouples/disengages from the movement. No, an automatic watch cannot be over-wound. Preventive: to avoid accidental damage to the movement while resetting a complicated watch incorrectly.Convenience: to save you time resetting multiple watches or multiple settings on your watch.However, once your collection grows beyond 2 to 3 watches or if you own a watch that has multiple calendar complications, the category would change from a convenient accessory to a necessary accessory for two reasons. If you own 2 to 3 non-complicated watches we would change the category from a simple accessory to a convenient accessory. It is our opinion that if you own a single watch, buying a watch winder can be categorized as an accessory, not a necessity. What everyone does agree on, though, is that a winder has a practical benefit as an accessory. So, there is really no need for the watch to remain constantly running. Furthermore, even if there is a small benefit for an mechanical watch to be in motion, winding or wearing the watch once every few weeks is plenty to keep the lubricants from breaking down or congealing. Those who discredit the benefits of a watch winder, argue that modern lubricants are synthetic & have a shelf life of 3-5 years, even if the watch has not been run for an extended period of time the lubricants will not breakdown or congeal. ![]() This in turn will elongate the periods required between servicing. ![]()
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