Never knew they existed. How do they work? Why do you want one?
‘My Rolex dealer said that winders are fine for watches that are not used daily. He said best to have the watches serviced and stored, not running, for long term storage.
Never knew they existed. How do they work? Why do you want one?
Never knew they existed. How do they work? Why do you want one?
Although I found a local guy I trust and use, some people only want the manufacturer to touch their watches. The benefit is they have records from the manufacturer for future resale value.
I know if I was in the market for a used fine watch, one that was manufacturer serviced would hold a higher value to me.
At the end of the day they're very different devices,
This is all that needs to be said about all this, really.
2) you reduce the number of times when you have to manually manipulate the crown. Manipulation of the crown is what causes the most wear and tear on a mechanical watch (other than hitting the watch), less is better.
How does a watch winder work then. Isn't it turning the crown?
How does a watch winder work then. Isn't it turning the crown?
This thread started 9 years ago .. 2015, then some 2017 & 2019 comments.
Then off the radar till 6/2024?
Have to say someone using the search feature is welcome .. usually
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