If you want to buy a watch winder, the first thing that veteran watch winder brand Billstone invites you to consider is why are you buying it and what do you want it to achieve? That’s because not everyone who buys a watch needs a watch winder. If you own a couple of watches then a winder is largely redundant. The people who should be considering a winder are those with well-established collections of multiple automatic watches, especially including high complications. It’s with these collectors in mind that Billstone have created the Northcraft Watch Winder.
Available in either 6 watch or 12 watch configurations, the Northcraft Watch Winder is designed to become the hub of your collection in the house. With room to wind the designated number of watches in addition to dedicated storage solutions for additional watches (such as manual ones that can’t be wound with a winder) as well as accessories including straps, tools and jewellery, it’s a one-stop container for all your collector storage needs.
Billstone also started life as a safe specialist when they were founded in 1977, so you can be confident in their security. The Northcraft Watch Winder uses a dual-layer security system with a fingerprint sensor and mechanical security knob system to protect your valuables. It’s also made from high-end materials developed for the motorsport industry such as Aramid Fibre, a synthetic material used in race cars and Kevlar armour for its high heat and impact resistance.
At the same time, they’ve paid careful attention to the fact that the winder is likely to be stored in the heart of your home, such as in a dressing, bedroom, or study. As such they’ve gone for a clean design with a classy black finish and Aramid stripe that’s minimalist enough to fit many interior styles. The motors inside the winder are also incredibly quiet to avoid noise disturbance.
The winders themselves can also be customised to suit the winding requirements of the watches they contain. That includes adjustable direction, winding frequency and number of rotations. This allows them to care for delicate vintage movements without risk of over-winding or causing damage to rotors.
For pricing, the Northcraft 6 Watch Winder is £2,500 and the Northcraft 12 is £3,800. It’s ready to support your watches and become the centre of your collection as it grows.
More details at Northcraft.
