Pros: I like the look of this winder. It looks like it should be a lot more expensive. I have it on a dresser about 10 feet from the bed and its pretty quiet when it runs.
Cons: the pillows that come with the unit need another bigger circumference sleeve. It comes with one that fits over the smaller pillow but its not big enough to hold larger metal bracelet watches snuggly. Because of this my larger/heavier diver style watches flop around while the unit is turning. The leather or silicone strap watches stay on better since you can adjust the fit of the straps. But even with a leather band, if its stiff near the bezel/dial like the one that came with my Breitling Navitimer the watch sits tall so that the watch scrapes against the glass of the lid when turning if you close it. So I have to leave the lid open when that watch is being wound.
Overall I think this is a nice choice for most people but if they would include another thicker sleeve for the pillow for larger watches and also gave the lid another quarter inch of clearance it would be a big improvement. So because of my experience with this winder, and the shortcomings Ive shared I can only give it 3 stars.
Good overall choice but could be improved
Pros: I like the look of this winder. It looks like it should be a lot more expensive. I have it on a dresser about 10 feet from the bed and its pretty quiet when it runs. Cons: the pillows that come with the unit need another bigger circumference sleeve. It comes with one that fits over the smaller pillow but its not big enough to hold larger metal bracelet watches snuggly. Because of this my larger/heavier diver style watches flop around while the unit is turning. The leather or silicone strap watches stay on better since you can adjust the fit of the straps. But even with a leather band, if its stiff near the bezel/dial like the one that came with my Breitling Navitimer the watch sits tall so that the watch scrapes against the glass of the lid when turning if you close it. So I have to leave the lid open when that watch is being wound. Overall I think this is a nice choice for most people but if they would include another thicker sleeve for the pillow for larger watches and also gave the lid another quarter inch of clearance it would be a big improvement. So because of my experience with this winder, and the shortcomings Ive shared I can only give it 3 stars.