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Welcome, Anonimo enthusiasts! Have you ever found yourself marveling at your exquisitely crafted Anonimo watch, only to realize that you’re unsure about the proper winding technique? Worry not, because today’s blog post is here to guide you through the delicate intricacies of winding an Anonimo watch with precision and care, ensuring its longevity and enhancing its already mesmerizing allure.

How to Wind an Anonimo Watch Correctly: A Simplified Guide

Identifying Your Watch Type

Anonimo offers a remarkable range of watches, including mechanical and self-winding models. While most of their collection focuses on self-winding watches, they also offer mechanical models for those who prioritize accuracy with minimal maintenance. 

The Dino Zei collection, in particular, offers a variety of styles and designs, so there’s truly an Anonimo for everyone.

Before winding your watch, it’s essential to know its type. Anonimo manual-wind watches need regular winding to maintain their power, while self-winding models stay wound through natural wrist movement or by using a watch winder.

1. Wearing the Watch Daily

When you wear your Anonimo watch frequently, your arm’s natural movement winds the watch’s movement, ensuring accurate timekeeping without manual winding.

2. Manual Winding – Rotating the Crown

To manually wind your watch, set the crown to position 0 and wind it clockwise 15 to 20 times. This initial winding will activate the movement, which can then continue to self-wind as you move throughout the day.

Note: Some models have a screw-down crown. Be sure to unscrew it fully before winding, and once you’re finished, screw it back in to maintain the watch’s water resistance.

3. Automatic Winding – Using an Anonimo Watch Winder

A watch winder can be a practical solution if you own multiple luxury watches or don’t wear your Anonimo daily. Reputable brands like Mozsly and Wolf make winders that mimic wrist motion, keeping your watch wound without the need for manual winding.

How Does an Automatic Watch Winder Work?

Not familiar with a watch winder? Think of it as a jewelry box with a motor that gently rotates your watch at intervals, simulating the wrist’s natural motion. This keeps your watch fully wound, accurate, and ready to wear.

Watch winders offer multiple rotation settings—clockwise, counterclockwise, or both—depending on your watch’s specific needs. If you own more than one watch, a multi-watch winder with alternating rotations is a convenient way to keep them all wound.

For Anonimo watches, which usually require 650 to 800 turns per day (typically in a clockwise direction), most high-quality winders have the settings needed to keep your timepiece in perfect condition.

Anonimo Winding Parameters

Here are the key terms to know when using your winder:

• CW – Clockwise
• CCW – Counterclockwise
• Both – Combined mode (Clockwise + Counterclockwise)
• – – Undefined

MODEL, DESCRIPTION	MOVEMENT / CALIBER	WINDING DIRECTION	TURNS PER DAY (TPD)
4Star Maritime	ETA 2824	Both	650
Chronograph: 5000	Jaquet Modified Valjoux 7750	CW	800
Cronoscopio: 2005	Valjoux 7750	CW	800
Cronoscopio Automatic		CW	800
Cronoscopio Mark II: 2018	Valjoux 7750	CW	800
Cronoscopio Mark II Drass Gold	Valjoux 7750	CW	800
Cronoscopio Mark II Nero	Valjoux 7750	CW	800
D Date: 2006	ETA 2834-2	Both	650
D Date II: 2026	ETA 2834-2	Both	650
D-Date Automatic		Both	650
Desert Chrono: 2015	ETA 7750	CW	800
Dino Zei Argonauta: 11005	ETA 2893-1	Both	650
Dino Zei Glauco: 11006	ETA 2895-2	Both	650
Dino Zei Jalea: 11002	ETA 2836-2	Both	650
Dino Zei Marea Flyback: 11003	Jaquet 8112	CW	800
Dino Zei Narvalo: 11004	DD 14000	Both	650
Dino Zei Nautilo: 11007	Soprod 9040	Both	650
Dino Zei Nemo: 11001	ETA 7750	CW	800
Dino Zei San Marco	Soprod 9055	Both	650
Dual Time		Both	650
Firenze Dual Time 43mm	Two AN 02.1	Both	650
Firenze Dual Time Drass/Gold	Two AN 02.1	Both	650
Jalea Automatic		Both	650
Hi Dive: 2011	AN 01.0	Both	650
Marinai D’Italia	AN 01.0	Both	650
Marlin 10 Anni: 7001	AN 01.0	Both	650-800
Marlin Bronze	AN 01.0	Both	650-800
Match Racing: 2002	DD	Both	650
Match Racing Valencia: 2012	DD 2073	Both	650
Militare Auto 2013		Both	650
Militare Automatico Ltd. Ed.: 2010	AN 03.1	CW	800
Militare Chronograph		Both	650
Militare Crono: 2007	DD 2035	Both	650
Militare Crono: 2013		Both	650
Militare Crono Flyback: 2016	DD 42035	Both	650
Militare Zulu Time: 2014	Soprod 9035	Both	650
Millemetri: 2000	AN F1 01.0	Both	650
Millemetri 10Anni		Both	650
Millemetri Hi-Dive Ltd. Ed 42mm: 2011	AN 01.0	Both	650
Nemo Automatic		CW	800
Notturnale Drass/Gold	ETA 2895-2	Both	650
Polluce 10Anni		Both	650
Polluce: 2003	AN 01.0	Both	650
Polluce Magnum	AN 01.0	Both	650-800
Professionale: 6000	AN 01.0	Both	650
Professionale Crono: 6002	DD 2038	Both	650
Professionale GMT: 6001	ETA 2893-2	Both	650
Professional RM: 6003	Soprod 9040/2892-A2-SO	Both	650
Round Date: 5003	ETA 2824	Both	650
Sailor		Both	650
Sailor 2013		Both	650
Sailor Diver: 1989	AN 01.0	Both	650-800
Sailor Limited Edition 2013		Both	650
San Marco Drass	Soprod 9055/2892-A-SO	Both	650
TP-Chrono Racing: 7000	DD 2073	Both	650
Wayfarer: 2008	MICAL 2892-17	Both	650
Wayfarer II: 2019	MICAL 2892-17	Both	650
Wayfarer GMT Power Reserve		Both	650
Zulu Time: 2014	Soprod 9035	Both	650

How to Properly Use and Set the Anonimo Watch Winder?

If for some reason you don’t have access to your watch’s user guide, here are some more detailed tips to help you set up the Anonimo watch with your automatic watch winder:

Step 1: Manual Wind First

Since your winder will not wind a watch that is completely stopped, start by turning the crown 15 to 20 times to manually wind the Anonimo.

Step 2: Secure the Watch in the Winder

Carefully place the watch into the winder, making sure it is fully seated in the holder. Then adjust the TPD to the lowest setting and select bidirectional rotation mode.

Step 3: Turn it on & Adjust Settings

Turn on the winder. During the next 48 hours or so, periodically check that the watch is still keeping accurate time. 

Generally speaking, an automatic watch has about 40 hours of reserve time since it is wound. Here’s what to do depending on your situation:

• If Time is Accurate After 2 Days: You’ve found the right setting! Your watch is good to go, and there’s no need to adjust further.
• If Time is Incorrect: Increase the Turns Per Day (TPD) setting to the next level, reset the winder, and let it run for another 48 hours.
• Still Wrong? Try Clockwise Only: If the watch is still losing or gaining time, set the winder to rotate clockwise only. After another two days, check again.
• Last resort – Counterclockwise Only: If the time is still off, switch the setting to counterclockwise only and monitor again for two days.

Does Anonimo Recommend using a Watch Winder?

Anonimo has not explicitly stated whether it recommends the use of watch winders.

Although not endorsed, many professional watchmakers agree that using a reliable watch winder from a reputable watch winder brand (e.g. Wolf, Mozsly, Barrington) can effectively wind an Anonimo automatically. The correct TPD setting is essential to avoid over-winding the movement.

So, to summarize – regular wear is the best option, but a quality watch winder can provide a convenient solution for in-between wearing.

What is the Best Watch Winder for Anonimo?

If you are considering a watch winder, it is vital that you choose a high quality that meets the specific requirements of your Anonimo watch. 

Here are two recommended options:

MOZSLY® Single Watch Winder – Black Leather

Material: Wooden Box, PU Leather, Acrylic Board

Dimensions: 4.4 x 6 x 4.4 inches

Features: 4 modes with TPD settings from 650 to 1500, multiple winding directions, upgraded Japanese Mabuchi Motor, anti-magnetization design, dual power type, 3-year warranty, 100% handmade

MOZSLY® Double Watch Winder -Orange Leather

Material: Wooden Box, PU Leather, Acrylic Board

Size: 8.8 x 5.9 x 4.7 inches

Features: Supports two watches simultaneously, quiet motor, adjustable settings, upgraded Mabuchi motor, and 3-year warranty

MOZSLY watch winders use high-quality upgraded Japanese Mabuchi motors, a well-known brand that manufactures precision motors. These motors keep the noise below 10 dB, so it will give you a very quiet experience even if you put it in your bedroom. The internal motor is closed and can be separated from the watch, so the Anonimo will not be magnetized and affect the running time.

Mozsly watch winders come with a 36-month warranty and friendly customer support, making it easy to buy with confidence!

In Conclusion

Choosing a Mozsly watch winder is a smart choice for Anonimo owners who want to preserve the accuracy and longevity of their timepieces.

Just make sure to select the right TPD and rotation settings, following Anonimo’s guidelines for best results. With a Mozsly winder, you’ll enjoy the elegance of your Anonimo, always ticking perfectly, year after year.