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An automatic winder probably isn't at the top of your shopping list right now, but if you are the proud owner of an automatic (self winding) analogue device, then you should look into getting one. Watch winders are useful for keeping your automatic timepiece running when you aren't wearing it. Automatic timepieces work because they have a weight inside them. When you move your arms around during day to day activities such as walking, or even just writing something while sitting at your desk, the weight swings and activates the winding mechanism. When you take off your beloved accessory and lay it still on your desk or bedside table, the weight is no longer being moved, and the winding mechanism will not be activated, so the springs will run down like a normal, manually wound one. Automatic watch winders will keep the springs running even when you aren't using your time-piece. You don't need to keep your timepiece in the device all day. Just half an hour of motion per day is enough to keep the springs going for 24 hours in most cases. Winding devices come in several different flavors. Some are simplistic and fairly inexpensive, others are designed to be displayed as part of a collection, and come with a heftier price tag. The most important thing to consider with a winding device is its smoothness and precision. A badly constructed winder could damage your wristwatch. If you are proud of your collection, then make sure you can be proud of your watch winders too. Try to find one that works smoothly, and operates across several paths of motion. A device that spins in just one direction is a bad investment, as it could cause excessive wear and tear on your much loved timekeeping devices. This is one case where spending that little bit more for quality is a good idea.
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