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Friday, January 8, 2010

So who actually makes Watch Winders?

If a company claims to design and produce their own watch winders, why are the units so similar in exterior design to units sold online or elsewhere? In fact, designs are similar to several other companies staking the same claim.


Be it 30 years or 50 years in the business, I feel such companies should get their own identity (originality) instead of “borrowing” designs from others. A different design stands out and gives a better impression of the company. Most companies just go through a re-branding exercise.

Some forum members were quick and sharp to notice, and gave their replies spot-on!

Not taking any sides, I give much respect to lesser known companies such as Penelop, Cradle of Time, Arcera and MTE for differentiating their designs from the mainstream. Salute!

As the Germans are famed for their precision, quality and value; example Mercedes Benz, the Swiss for their legendary clock-making experience; example Omega, and the Japanese for parts with high Quality standards; example Mabuchi Motors, many have used their names for profit.

Some sellers are leveraging on these facts and are re-branding their products from China with foreign sounding names. A quick search in websites such as Alibaba and Globalsources would reveal everything.

Listed here are Watch Winder Manufacturers worth mentioning: -
1. Scatola, Italy - has been around for about twenty years and has their own identity in winder units. Beautiful Italian Leather, Metal & Wooden units.


2. Buben & Zorweg, Austria - sought help from Elma Motion to provide them the winding mechanisms for their winder units. Very innovative exteriors.

3. Primadyne Technologies - design and manufacture winders at one time and have since Licensed its proprietary technology to a European Company.

4. Orbita, USA - has patented a unique winding system called Rotowind.

5. ERS, Hong Kong, SAR - makes units for several companies who re-brand units. They also have several patents under their wings.

6. Abest, Taiwan - patented their design and is producing units off Taiwan.

7. Eilux, Hong Kong, SAR - have also patented several designs.

8. Arcera, Germany - has a very unique winding system.

9. KHG, Germany - has a Ferris-wheel design winder.

10. Elma Motion, Germany - accidentally stumbled into this business I think.

11. Penelop, Switzerland - kind of “stiff” looking winder but excellent workmanship.

12. Wolf Designs - started as a Jewelry box maker in early 60’s, originally from Germany but shifted to England. Presence also seen in USA and Canada today. Products manufactured in China under license.

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