I purchased this item for my Hamilton watch. I was influenced by the glowing review by a woman who said she had done her research. Her argument was persuasive, and Im too lazy to do my own research. I read several reviews on a few, different models, and selected this one based on stars, number of reviews, and price.
The box is attractive despite the small scratch I found on one side.
When I opened it the actual device I was hit with a foul, chemical smell. It has been a couple of months, and the smell has somewhat diminished, but is still there. My watch has a leather band, and my main concern was/is that the smell will transfer to the wristband. So far, this hasnt happened.
I keep this box on my nightstand, which might not be a good idea because of the smell.
Segue to the noise is makes when winding. It isnt that noticeable during the day when there is a lot of background noises (birds, lawnmowers, trucks, etc.). However, at night, it is enough to keep me from falling asleep. One solution has been to unplug it when I go to bed. I just have to remember to plug it back in when I wake up. The second option would be earplugs. Im not an earplug fan, but it is an option.
If you are a sound sleeper (e.g. can sleep with the TV on, or fall asleep despite your spouses snoring) then the winding sound wont bother you.
I gave it three stars because of the smell, and noise. Maybe Id bump it up to 3.5 because it looks really nice (I purchased the black version). Sadly, I expected more for $65, but I guess you need to pay more for quality. Let me put it this way, if I had paid $30 for it Id be satisfied.
Update: 1/25/21
The motor that winds the watch has grown louder. I set up a desk in the bedroom, and I can hear it while I work. I took away one star (from 3 to 2).
Sylvan Miller
Mar 31, 2022, 00:00:00
Only thing I can say about this negatively is the it doesn’t not a function to control direction. In all setting on this it will spin both directions. One way first. Then stop and when start again will go in opposite direction. Some watches require a certain direction. Check with your watch. As you don’t have your option on this unit
UPDATE
After one year the replacement winder suddenly stopped working. I thought it maybe be a fault with the AC and tried battery power with no resolve. Reached out to the company but no response
UPDATE
Triple Tree support has reached out to me and sent a replacement winder, I am hoping that my first was just a defective model and will report on how it turns out. I appreciate the support team which was prompt and pleasant to work with.
Original Review
Motor becomes much more audible as time passes, because of this, I can no longer keep it in my bedroom anymore. Winder has kept my Omega wound with a -1 minute per month. Suggest purchase when on sale.
Very easy to use, looks great (expensive) very, very quite great buy would recommend to. Anyone
T. Noriega
Dec 25, 2018, 00:00:00
I love everything about this with the sleek design, quiet motor, I love that I can add my watch and just go about my day without constantly checking on it to see if its working. I would definitely recommend this product, and it was quick delivery too! thank you!
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Super Quiet
I love the product, it is super quiet
Have had it for 2 weeks. So far, works like a charm. Have left it on the winder up to 5 consecutive days and put it on to wear and all was well.
what is that smell?
I purchased this item for my Hamilton watch. I was influenced by the glowing review by a woman who said she had done her research. Her argument was persuasive, and Im too lazy to do my own research. I read several reviews on a few, different models, and selected this one based on stars, number of reviews, and price. The box is attractive despite the small scratch I found on one side. When I opened it the actual device I was hit with a foul, chemical smell. It has been a couple of months, and the smell has somewhat diminished, but is still there. My watch has a leather band, and my main concern was/is that the smell will transfer to the wristband. So far, this hasnt happened. I keep this box on my nightstand, which might not be a good idea because of the smell. Segue to the noise is makes when winding. It isnt that noticeable during the day when there is a lot of background noises (birds, lawnmowers, trucks, etc.). However, at night, it is enough to keep me from falling asleep. One solution has been to unplug it when I go to bed. I just have to remember to plug it back in when I wake up. The second option would be earplugs. Im not an earplug fan, but it is an option. If you are a sound sleeper (e.g. can sleep with the TV on, or fall asleep despite your spouses snoring) then the winding sound wont bother you. I gave it three stars because of the smell, and noise. Maybe Id bump it up to 3.5 because it looks really nice (I purchased the black version). Sadly, I expected more for $65, but I guess you need to pay more for quality. Let me put it this way, if I had paid $30 for it Id be satisfied. Update: 1/25/21 The motor that winds the watch has grown louder. I set up a desk in the bedroom, and I can hear it while I work. I took away one star (from 3 to 2).
Only thing I can say about this negatively is the it doesn’t not a function to control direction. In all setting on this it will spin both directions. One way first. Then stop and when start again will go in opposite direction. Some watches require a certain direction. Check with your watch. As you don’t have your option on this unit
Basic, but works
Quiet
Nice.
quiet
Works like a charm and cant hear it at all!
UPDATE After one year the replacement winder suddenly stopped working. I thought it maybe be a fault with the AC and tried battery power with no resolve. Reached out to the company but no response UPDATE Triple Tree support has reached out to me and sent a replacement winder, I am hoping that my first was just a defective model and will report on how it turns out. I appreciate the support team which was prompt and pleasant to work with. Original Review Motor becomes much more audible as time passes, because of this, I can no longer keep it in my bedroom anymore. Winder has kept my Omega wound with a -1 minute per month. Suggest purchase when on sale.
Fantastic value !!!
Very easy to use, looks great (expensive) very, very quite great buy would recommend to. Anyone
I love everything about this with the sleek design, quiet motor, I love that I can add my watch and just go about my day without constantly checking on it to see if its working. I would definitely recommend this product, and it was quick delivery too! thank you!
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