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Welcome, Ebel enthusiasts! Have you ever found yourself marveling at your exquisitely crafted Ebel 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 Ebel watch with precision and care, ensuring its longevity and enhancing its already mesmerizing allure.

How to Wind an Ebel Watch Correctly: A Simplified Guide

Identifying Your Watch Type

Ebel has a remarkable range of watches, from self-winding models to quartz options.

The Sport Classic collection, in particular, Ebel offers a variety of styles and designs, so there’s truly an Ebel for everyone.

Before winding your watch, it’s essential to know its type. Ebel 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 Ebel 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 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 Ebel Watch Winder

If you own multiple luxury watches or don’t wear your Ebel daily, a watch winder can be a practical solution. 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 Ebel watches, which usually require 500 to 900 turns per day (typically in a clockwise direction), most high-quality winders have the settings needed to keep your timepiece in perfect condition.

Ebel Winding Parameters

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

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

MODEL, DESCRIPTION	MOVEMENT / CALIBER	WINDING DIRECTION	TURNS PER DAY (TPD)
100		Both	650
100 Color Strap Edition		Both	650
1911 Chronograph	137	Both	800
1911 Gent		–	–
1911 BTR 100th Anniversary		Both	800
1911 BTR Chronograph	137	Both	800
1911 BTR Automatic Chronograph	137	Both	800
1911 BTR Automatic GMT	240	Both	800
1911 BTR Automatic Perpetual Calendar Chronograph	288	Both	800
1911 BTR Chronograph Caliber 137	137	Both	800
1911 BTR Chronograph Caliber 139	139	Both	800
1911 BTR GMT Caliber 137	137	Both	800
1911 BTR Millionaire Fair Caliber 137	137	Both	800
1911 BTR Perpetual Calendar Caliber 137	137	Both	800
1911 Chronograph Caliber 137	137	Both	800
1911 Discovery Chronograph	750	CW	800
1911 Lady	125	Both	650
1911 Senior	125	Both	650
1911 Tekton Caliber 137	137	Both	800
1911 Tekton Caliber 139	139	Both	800
1911 Tekton Chronograph	245	Both	800
1911 Tekton Real Madrid Chronograph Ltd. Ed.	245	Both	800
1911 Tekton Titanium	245	Both	800
Brasilia Gent	120	Both	650
Brasilia Gent Chronograph	126	–	–
Brasilia Ladies Chronograph	126	–	–
Caipirinha		CW	820
Classic 100		Both	650
Classic Gent Hexagon Bayern Munich Chronograph Ltd. Ed.	305	–	–
Classic Gent Hexagon Big Date	304	Both	650
Classic Gent Hexagon Chronograph	305	–	–
Classic Gent Hexagon Day Date	303	Both	650
Classic Gent Hexagon Regulator	301	Both	650
Classic Gent XL	120	Both	800
Classic Hexagon		Both	650
Classic Hexagon Chrono FCB 2009		Both	650
Classic Hexagon Chrono FCB 2010		Both	650
Classic Hexagon Grossdatum		Both	650
Classic Hexagon Regulator		Both	650
Classic Hexagon Retrograde Date		Both	650
Classic Lady	256	CW	650-800
Classic Lady Automatic		Both	650
Classic Sport Gent		Both	650
Discovery 1911		CW	800
Ebellissimo Chronograph: 1215247, 1215251, 1215252, 1215253	137	Both	800
Ebellissimo Chronograph: 1215254, 1215255, 1215256	139	Both	800
Ebellissimo Gent (Large Date)	DD 14900	Both	650
Ebellissimo Tonneau	139	CW	820
Frederic Piguet		CCW	600
Hexagon		Both	650
Sportwave Aquatica 300	120	Both	800
Sportwave Aquatica 500	120	Both	800
Sportwave Diver		Both	650
Sportwave Diver Automatic	120	Both	800
Sportwave GMT		Both	650
Tarawa Chronograph	137	Both	800
Tarawa Gent	127	Both	650
Caliber only:
	060	Uni	650-900
	080	CW	650
	093	CCW	650
	094	CCW	650
	095	CCW	650
	120	Both	800
	121	Both	650
	122	Both	650
	123	–	–
	124	Both	650
	125	Both	650
	126	–	–
	127	Both	650
	129	Both	650
	134	Both	650
	136	Both	650
	137	Both	800
	139	Both	800
	172	Both	650
	200	Both	650
	245	Both	800
	256	CW	650-800
	288	Both	800
	301	Both	650
	303	Both	650
	304	Both	650
	305	–	–
	330	CW	650
	750	CW	800
	951	CCW	650
	963	CCW	650
	964	CCW	500-650

How to Properly Use and Set the Ebel 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 Ebel 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 20 times to manually wind the Ebel.

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 Ebel Recommend using a Watch Winder?

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

Although not endorsed, many professional watchmakers agree that the use of a reliable watch winder from a reputable watch winder brand (e.g. Wolf, Mozsly, Barrington) can effectively wind an Ebel 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 Ebel?

If you are considering a watch winder, it is vital that you choose a high quality that meets the specific requirements of your Ebel 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 that the Ebel 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 Ebel owners who want to preserve the accuracy and longevity of their timepieces.

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