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An automatic watch that's worn often, but frequently not worn for 2-3 days so stops. Is it better to get a watch winding machine so it's always wound up and running permanently or better just to reset it every time it stops? If relevant, it's waterproof so the adjusting dial needs unscrewing and pulling out.
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As far as I am aware a winding machine just means the watch is ready to wear at the expense of wearing the parts out. I’ve seen adverts where a selling point is it’s not been used in a winding machine…
I’ve got a 15 yr old automatic that I only wear occasionally and I just set it going when I need it. It’s been fine.
When I got my fancy watch, I was advised against a watch turner.
Guy said the body temp keeps the oils at a decent viscosity. Sounded BS, but I kinda get it...
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There's lots of expertise on this thread: https://singletrackmag.com/forum/topic/watches-n1/page/197/
frequently not worn for 2-3 days so stops
Quite normal, most mechanical auto's have 36-55hr power reserve, some up to 80hrs.
Is it better to get a watch winding machine so it’s always wound up and running permanently or better just to reset it every time it stops? If relevant, it’s waterproof so the adjusting dial needs unscrewing and pulling out.
Swings & roundabouts. Most experts say don't use a watch winder because every time the watch is moving its causing wear, so of course you are reducing the time to the next service. But that may be 5yrs anyway not be a cause of concern for you, its your call. The "adjusting dial" is the crown and as long as you are being kind to it so as not to bend the stem, cross thread it or not do it up properly it'll be fine, and waterproof. Its gasket will likely be renewed at each service.
My wife works with expensive watches, I'll ask.
Mrs. Box say..
Use a winder, better to but a mid range one as the cheaper ones are no good. The mechanics in the watch benefit from being in motion and if you're resetting it often it may cause "excessive wear" which isn't good for the watch and wouldn't be covered by insurance if you have it.
The most important thing however is to have it properly serviced every 3-5years apparently not having them serviced is the reason she sees 80-90% of the broken watches she does.
Hope that helps, feel free to message if you have any more questions.