Do You Really Need A Watch Winder? Yes Or No?

Today's video is all about watch winders. What is a watch winder? How do they work? And most importantly, do you actually need one?

A watch winder can be a nice item to have, however whether or not you actually need one is a personal choice. It may seem obvious, but watch winders only work for watches with automatic movements. If you've got a manually-winding watch, a watch winder will do absolutely nothing for you. The watch winder keeps an automatic watch running by turning the watch every so often, which pivots the rotor and therefore, keeps the power reserve topped off.

Reasons you might want a watch winder:

1. You like to "set and forget".
2. You have watch with lots of complications, like a perpetual calendar with moon phase (and an automatic movement).
3. You like gadgets.

One BIG reason you might NOT want a watch winder:

1. You like the act of actually winding and setting your watch.

I am actually one of those people who likes to wind my watch. I like the connection to something mechanical. I like hearing the gears turn. But--big BUT--one of my watches can be a pain in the you know what to set, especially if if hasn't been running for a few weeks. Watch the video to see what I'm talking about!
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[aussie]

I just get my butler to strap my Rolex to his wrist while he washes the Bugatti.

[TeddyBaldassarre]

Nice video, Brian. I wouldn't need a winder with that PP rotor. Would just bring it with me so I could spin it around all day. High-class fidget spinner.

[kelleywillis]

Liked the low-key matter-of-fact style, as well as the honesty about the particular winders mentioned (‘not much experience’, ‘ not a sponsor’). Actual content was exactly what I was looking for, covering all the considerations fairly. Thanks.

[msbrownbeast]

1:57 Any automatic watch that has a screw-down crown and is worn infrequently (i.e. beyond the duration of mainspring reserve power should be paired with a watch winder. The reason goes beyond the hassles of resetting the date on a no- quickset date movement of the older GMT Masters. The threads on a screw-down crown and the tube can quickly wear out. Replacing that tube (or worse still along with a new crown) can be very expensive if you happen to own a Rolex. Much cheaper to buy a watch winder!

[camtou]

I made mine, a Poor man's version: attach a long strong string or twine to ceiling with a carbiner attached to the other end. Any other secure hook will do. Close the strap buckle and attach to the hook end. Now swing it like a pendulum and it will wind up your automatic watch. I experimented with my watch Winder pendulum. Normally, about 5 full swings fully winds up my Seiko with the specified 37 hour reserve.

[dunebuggy]

I have a Stauer wrist watch and had it for about 15 years. Love it. Bought it new and a winder. Winder died after a couple years. I wear it occasionally and after it died, realized it was easier to reset the watch. Used the winder to store watch but recently noticed the holder that holds the watch started deteriorating and got sticky. Threw that part out. Keep watch int the winder box.

[rsevp]

I have several watch winders by Orbita and by Wolf. I've had some cheap/inexpensive units near the beginning of my watch journey but they all died after a year or two. Wolf and Orbita winders both work well and are nearly silent. I would caution - do not keep them in your bedroom. No matter what the sales person or ad says, you will hear them in the middle of the night.

[dannyfree]

I love the honest approach to this video. No BS

[jeffcrowe]

Great video, just like to say that you don't have to spend a lot on winders, I have three, one for my son; all from Floureon a chinese company and an average price of $40 usd!!! All have worked perfectly well and reasonably quiet for over two years; also on a timer for 12 hours per day whilst my solar panels are making the power- so no cost. No problems so far; so before you go and buy one of these $250 usd. upwards cost models try the cheaper one, it can save you money.

[DemetriosLevi]

Welcome back, Chief. I've been anxiously waiting and was stoked to see that notification! Definitely going to look at one if I ever get a GMT or something that's a hassle to wind. Great as always

[mahatana_r]

I don't have many watches. Only a battery powered one for daily life and a "smart" one for workout. I am tired of changing the battery every two years so I was thinking about switching to an automatic one. But your video showed me that they have their own hassle as well.
Thank you very much for the video.

[Nafregamisrocanob]

Rolex actually incorporated a quick date adjust feature in many of their 70's and 80's watches (vintage in today's lingo). I know this works on their day-datejust models, but not sure on the GMT you own. 1. advance the hour hand to 11:59 pm i.e., right before the date changes. 2. advance the time to 2 am, which causes the date to change. 3. Now reverse the time back past 12 midnight to 11 pm (the date should not have reverted, just the time). Now advance the time past 12 midnight again which causes the date to advance until you get the proper date. On day-datejust watch this only works for the date not the day so you must carefully choreograph both the day and the date to get it right.

[christianespino]

Yes i have one. Gift from my son and daughter. Love it. Awesome content.
I am hooked with your channel. Great job 🔥

[RUCROCK]

I also recommend Wolf winder, I have the Wolf Roadster Module Single Watch Winder with 3 watch Storage, black pleather outside and a black and brown wood finish display inside, I’ve had mine for over 4 years now runs daily with no problems(KNOCK ON WOOD). Sure it keeps my automatics running with the correct time & date which I can set on my own, but I also love it for the display factor, I am contemplating getting another one🙏🏾😌Be Safe;-).

[Bewareofthedog]

Informative for those of us not familiar with a good watch winder, this looks a good choice.

[sumorich]

That Barrington winder is gorgeous. If I ever add a multiple complication watch to my collection, this video put Barrington in the mix.

[conzmoleman]

How can this man say it’s “not a review” when he absolutely reviewed the product

[BatCountryAdventures]

Yeah, that a good point. I never saw the point until I saw the Breitling Unitime. No quick date adjustment on that neither.

[freequest]

I have Vostoks with a date complication. To change the date when I use a watch, I have to wind it to 1am, then back to 9am can be annoying, but no big deal. I don't use a watch winder because I prefer my watch to stop when I don't use them.

[MeetTheSLAYER]

For a watch with the ETA movements, a watch winder is highly suggested as hand winding can break the watch. I have a Hamilton with an ETA movement, I did hand wind the watch when not being worn. I am waiting on delivery of the materials to send the watch back to them for warranty repair due to hand winding. I have since ordered a watch winder that will be delivered on 03/27/2021. I will be using this on my Tissot as well since it is the Gentleman Powermatic 80 Silicum which is derived from an ETA movement.