How to set your watch winder
Manually wind your watch: Before placing it in the winder, wind the watch by turning the crown 20-30 times to ensure it has enough initial power.
Choose the correct TPD: Most luxury watches operate optimally at 650-800 TPD, but some may require higher settings. Check your manufacturer’s recommendations or use our online databases.
Select the rotation direction:
- Bidirectional: Ideal for Rolex, Omega, and most modern automatic watches.
- Clockwise or counterclockwise: Some models, like Patek Philippe, need a specific direction.
Test for accuracy: Allow the watch to run in the winder for 48 hours and check that it maintains the correct time. Adjust the TPD or rotation direction if necessary.
Popular brands’ watch winder settings
Selecting the right watch winder settings is essential for keeping your timepiece precise and ready to wear. Rolex models typically require 650 turns per day (TPD) in a bidirectional setting, while Patek Philippe watches function best with 800 or more TPD in a counterclockwise direction. Omega and Audemars Piguet timepieces generally need between 650 and 800 TPD with bidirectional movement.
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