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Discussion in 'Fine Watches, Jewelry, & Clothes' started by DocE, Jul 10, 2014.

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  1. DocE

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    #1 DocE, Jul 10, 2014
    I have two automatic watches and often wear only one for long periods of time so one usually sits in a drawer. If I am not wearing one for several months at a time, should it be kept on a winder? I'm not concerned that it keep accurate time or date in between since I don't switch back and forth frequently. And since they need to be serviced every 4-5 years would it extend servicing intervals if it's not running during times I'm not wearing it or are they like F cars and best to be operated regularly to keep things in top order? Thanks!

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  2. darth550

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    #2 darth550, Jul 10, 2014
    Better to keep them running IMO.
     
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    #3 IDriveM5, Jul 10, 2014
    All of my automatics sit on a winder made by Orbita. They get serviced about every eight (8) years. IMO, a winder is a must-have for a man with a collection of automatic watches.
     
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    #4 forgeahead, Jul 17, 2014
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    It keeps the gear oil from gumming up. This is debatable with some of the synthetic substances used.
     
  5. wkumari

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    #5 wkumari, Jul 17, 2014
    Actually, this is a religious argument -- there are those that swear you should keep them on a winder (stops the oils from jelling) and those that swear you shouldn't (prevents the clutch from wearing out).

    Consensus seems to be either: A: do whatever you want, there is no real difference or B: leave them off the winder, but wind / wear them every few months.


    Modern lubricants don't really seem to harden much, but probably best not to let sit idle for more than 7-8 months at a time...


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