Patek Philippe

I purchased an Orbita Tourbillon winder for my watch and tried several sized cushions, but the issue that I am having is that there isn't enough room between the cushion and the wall of the cylinder for the watch. I would expect that the bracelet would get extremely scuffed up over time by taking the watch in and out of the winder. Has anyone else had this issue? Could you recommend another type of winder that doesn't have this issue? Photo Attached.

I will not be friend with the watch winders makers, but I don't see the interest of such an accessory.

You wear your watch? Good.

You don't wear it? Just give it some rest, and wind it by yourself once a month. It is enough.

Why would you keep it always working?

Even watches need some rest, from time to time.

Best,

Nicolas.

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And personally, I subscribe to the school of thought that says winders wear out one's watches prematurely.

By the way, there is an interesting discussion on watch winders here: www.watchprosite.com 0

Regards,

iAn

My Orbita winder has a cut out at the top and bottom of the black circular enclosure, leaving room for the bracelet
So technically only the sides of cushion touch the enclosure.

Given the design of the Tourbillon winder, I dont think there is much of an alternative?

I've had a number of Orbita winders.  I've never had one that in any way damaged a watch.  To me they work well and I'd be surprised if you end up being disappointed.  I will say, however, that after a while I switched to a different manufacturer because I wanted a model that "stacked" in a safe comfortably.  As a result I've pretty much switched to Swiss Kubik winders ... except for the Orbita Voyager which is a pretty good travel case for those who want a winder at their destination.