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Old 12-02-2008, 02:54 PM   #1
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Default While we're on the topic of watches..

I'm in the market for a new automatic watch winder/storage box in a nice dark wood or leather. Seeing as we have a few watch experts on here I thought I'd toss this out there to see what comes up.

Any recommendations/reviews?
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Old 12-02-2008, 03:03 PM   #2
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and add CHEAP..........lol
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Old 12-02-2008, 04:00 PM   #3
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and add CHEAP..........lol
Nah that doesn't matter. As long as it's < $200 and it's built well I'm happy.
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Old 12-02-2008, 04:47 PM   #4
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I don't use watch winders. Unless you have a watch that you aren't going to wear for months on end, you probably don't need one.

A watch winder is simulating the watch being worn. This is like leaving your car idling in the driveway for months at a time.

If you have a smal enough collection that you wear each of them once or twice a month, you don't need a winder. Your wear should be sufficient to keep the watch lubricated. This should also prolong your service cycles.
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Old 12-02-2008, 08:29 PM   #5
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I agree with FT. The winder will keep the watch running and will cause premature wear and tear.
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Old 12-02-2008, 09:10 PM   #6
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Good points. Maybe I will buy a normal non-winding case..
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Old 12-03-2008, 06:10 AM   #7
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My Seiko has a watch winder...


...it's called a battery
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