What direction should I set my watch winder?
If the time is wrong, set the winder to rotate clockwise only and repeat the procedure. If the time is still correct after two days, this is your proper setting. If the time is incorrect, set it to rotate counter clockwise only and repeat the procedure.
Is it bad to leave watch on Winder?
The answer is, generally, no. So long as the winder only turns a set number of times each day, known as the TPD (turns per day), then your watch is at little risk of being damaged.
What happens if you wind a watch the wrong way?
Improperly setting any complication on the watch can cause damages to the movement. Additionally, setting the time backwards rather than forwards can damage the mainspring.
Is Versa a good watch winder?
5.0 out of 5 stars Good Watch Winder, Priced Right! I let the winder run for about 24 hours before reviewing. The winder is totally silent while operating. Your settings may vary depending on the watch you own, but if you visit the Versa website, it has a table with watch brands and how many turns per day they require.
What is a Versa watch winder?
Product Description. The Versa single watch winder is a compact round shaped winder with a cover to protect your watch from dust. This watch winder has a built in timer that will wind then rest and repeat the cycle in either clockwise, counter clockwise, or bi-directional directions.
How long do watch winders last?
Battery life is generally 6 to 12 months. ORBITA offers many winders with Lithium based batteries with an average service life of 5 years. Of course, DC powered winders can also run on AC by using an AC/DC adapter which plugs into a wall outlet.
Can you Overwind a modern automatic watch?
In most cases, no, you cannot overwind a modern automatic watch. The smart design on these winding mechanisms allow for any excess tension to be released as the spring slips inside of the barrel. Despite that, some wearers choose to store their watches in a watch roll to prevent excess wear on the movement.
How often should you use a watch winder?
You want to make sure the winder has a number of options for turns per day (TPD); a range between ~650 and ~1800 daily turns should handle nearly all automatics.