With watch winders there is a direct correlation with price paid per winder head and the expected longevity and lifespan of the product. We have been in business for over 10 years and, based on our experience, we have come up with the following price/life correlation rules of thumb:
There are 2 categories of winders on the market:
Cheap Throw Away Winders and * Long Life Serviceable & Repairable Winders Repairable winders are rare and hard to find. We sell only high quality dependable long life winders.
Prices are based on Retail or List Price. They are not based on sale price. But if you pay less you will definitely get less with a watch winder!
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$200 per winder head - up to 12 months of trouble free performance.
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$300 per winder head - up to 48 months of trouble free performance * Typically at this price point units are repairable.
$500 per winder head - up to 60 months of trouble free performance, at which point a simple repair may be needed.
$800 per winder head - up to 96 months of trouble free performance with occassional maintenance (simple belt replacement etc).