Watch winders have been a necessity for many watch collectors who enjoy the feeling of admiring their timepieces in a fashionable and sophisticated way. Not only do watch winders hold great luxury value for the eyes, but they also allow the watch to be in perfect synchronization when you go to place it on your wrist – therefore, you don’t have to do anything, just simply enjoy the effortless process.
What are the Best Luxury Watch Winders to buy under £500?
1. DESIGNHUETTE WATCH WINDER URBAN SILVER
Why is this watch winder special?
New and innovative designs are being created by Designhutte all the time – including advanced technology which is allowing your watches to be wound correctly, without the interference of magnetization etc. This watch winder brings together that sporty and elegant feeling and highlights it through a simplistic but classy design. High quality materials and cutting edge technology is something you will expect to see when owning this.
Who is this watch winder for?
This beautiful watch winder created by Designhutte is perfect for those of you who haven’t yet explored all other types of watch winders, and maybe have a favourite watch in particular – or you only have one or two watches to display – then this would be a great starting point. Allowing you to understand what it is about watch winders that create this sense of luxury whilst also making your life easier, and solving a problem for you.
2. DESIGNHUETTE WATCH WINDER PICCOLO BURLWOOD
Why is this watch winder special?
This again, is another Designhutte watch winder – a true display of luxury and high quality innovation. Elegance is something in which is proven time and time again by Designhutte, and also a part of what they pride themselves on. Piccolo Burlwood is a high quality material which has been used within this design and is tailored for a specific environment, luxurious and stylish all in one.
Who is this watch winder for?
Designed with luxury in mind, this watch winder will pair perfectly with a mahogany surrounding and will display a sophisticated gentlemen’s watch collection in classical and fashionable style.
3. BARRINGTON WATCH WINDER SINGLE RACING GREEN
Why is this watch winder special?
A warm and luxurious green watch winder created by the well respected Barrington. This watch winder is equipped with an ultra-quiet Japanese motor which highlights the quality which is present throughout. Not only is the quality of this watch winder paramount to it’s success, but it also comes with and adjustable cushion as well as having multiple rotation settings – so its down to you how you want to display your watch, and the amount of turns per day it will endure.
Who is this watch winder for?
This watch winder is somewhat bold, but it also maintains the luxury you’d want in a device like this. So, to make sure the perfect recipient receives this watch winder, think about the setting in your house and how it can compliment it – in addition to this, a green bezel or green dial watch would be the best fit to display through this. If you have any watches within your collection which do fit the green aspect then that would be great. Another thing to note, is that it would go well with a retro watch display.
4. WOLF WATCH WINDER NAVIGATOR SWISS SINGLE LIMITED EDITION
Why is this watch winder special?
This watch winder has been designed and created by WOLF, a company founded in 1834 – which prides themselves on serving high quality products as well as building strong customer relationships. Designed to stand out in your house, but also display a luxurious feeling for everyone to see, is what this watch winder delivers. It includes a plethora of functions, and allows for free reign of the directional and rotation settings, so you can display your luxurious watch in true style.
Who is this watch winder for?
For the bold and almost retro style looking accommodation, is where this watch winder will fit in snug. It’s stand out feature of the Swiss logo is a true homage to the works which have been completed there – your timepiece most likely has some sort of connection to Swiss watchmaking, even if that’s just a small component, but it just allows you to bring that connection with your watch to life – displaying it in fashionable style.
5. BENSON WATCH WINDER SMART-TECH II 2.20.B
Why is this watch winder special?
Each rotor within this watch winder are adjustable – having them individually adjustable is important for two separate watches, and it allows you to be in complete control of the rotations per day and the directions of each one. Not only does it have the two winders, but it also has extra storage with space for additional watches, as well as any other jewellery. Led lights and a touchscreen panel is also an added bonus for this watch winder, increasing the accessibility and it allows for a hassle free change of settings.
Who is this watch winder for?
An effortlessly stylish watch winder ready for display in a modest and classy looking room, which allows for it to be a stand out point, but also to blend in with the setting and theme. It’s for someone who enjoys the finer things in life – like we do here at Lux Horology. It’s a simplistic and sleek looking design and has a modern feeling to it, so if that sparks a train of thought and interest, this could be a perfect display partner for your treasured timepieces.
6. SCATOLA DEL TEMPO WATCH WINDER ROTOR ONE GREEN BLACK BEZEL (Our recommendation to buy)
Why is this watch winder special? As our “Recommended to buy” watch winder, we believe that if you were to own this one in particular, you would be very impressed by the quality but also in love with the design. The overall aesthetic is visually pleasing and would sit proud when displaying your watches. Scatola del Tempo has taken a look back at some of their more iconic designs, including the rotor one – this watch winder was designed by Sandro Colarieti, who was actually the inventor of the rotating case. A difference of a Swiss mad engine and a redesign is what brings this watch winder together as a beautiful visionary of creativity.
Who is this watch winder for?
The amid watch lover who is looking for his/ her first watch winder will have no problem placing this on their mantlepiece, and be proud to display their timepieces. Moreover, it’s a watch winder which will draw eyes to it in any setting, so whatever room or space you have for your watch winders, this one will fit perfectly, all whilst standing out. A more modern approach would be better off, but the old classic environment would bring together the two elements of old and new, which could cause for and interesting and eccentric design.
7. BENSON WATCH WINDER BLACK SERIES 2.16 MA MACASSAR
Why is this watch winder special?
Ensuring the prevention of wear, as well as providing great oil circulation – in addition to the extra storage space, is what makes this watch winder and Benson in particular such a high quality brand. Innovation and excellent craftsmanship is what Benson pride themselves on, and this is just another example of a great quality, but a more affordable watch winder.
Who is this watch winder for? A beautifully polished watch winder, great for any style of setting – but perfect for the classic mahogany looking accommodation. In a sense of style and true luxury aesthetics, this watch winder would be of great utilization to be displayed amongst its relative elements.
8. WOLF WATCH WINDER ROADSTER SINGLE
Why is this watch winder special?
This WOLF single winder, is a great display and a highlighting factor as to why they’re one of the leading watch winder & accessories companies worldwide. The black pebble case allows for protection, but also a well contrasted colour, which ultimately blends this piece together. The Ebony Macassar wood adds that sense of luxury but also provides the quality you’d expect, as well as having the adaptability to blend into a plethora of different settings and environments.
Who is this watch winder for?
A gentlemen who enjoys the fine luxury of wooden art all whilst incorporating that side of horology, through the precious timepieces in which you hold – is the gentlemen who should think about this watch winder as a necessity rather than having a mere passing thought of purchasing.
9. RAPPORT WATCH WINDER PERPETUA III SINGLE TOUCH SCREEN WALNUT FINISH
Why is this watch winder special?
The Walnut finish on this watch winder brings back the old classic look, and with a timepiece of similar design, it would be the perfect pair. It allows for a more modern affair, whilst still staying true to the luxurious design it has. The lining of the soft velvet fabric also adds to this luxurious feeling you receive when looking at it. A formal brown leather strap would be one of the best pairing watches to be highlighted on display from this watch winder.
Who is this watch winder for?
Perfect for the classical but stylish watches, and for the person who wants to display their timepieces in beautiful fashion. In addition to this, this watch winder would fit into a lot of different setups and environments, but would definitely work best with the mahogany and wooden style theme.
10. LEANSCHI WATCH WINDER SINGLE PU LEATHER
Why is this watch winder special?
A simple and reliable watch winder for a much more affordable price – although in saying it’s simple and reliable, this model comes in various colours so you can pick and choose which variant will fit your requirements best e.g. setting and environment.
Who is this watch winder for?
For the modest watch collector – maybe your first watch winder could be this one, a wonderful display for your watch, as well as it being able to still maintain that luxury feeling, especially with the brown leather involved. A wide range of environments are open to this watch winder, so choose yours.
