Welcome, Bvlgari enthusiasts! Have you ever found yourself marveling at your exquisitely crafted Bvlgari 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 a Bvlgari watch with precision and care, ensuring its longevity and enhancing its already mesmerizing allure.
How to Wind a Bvlgari Watch Correctly: A Simplified Guide
Identifying Your Watch Type
Bvlgari has a remarkable range of watches, from hand-wound and self-winding models to quartz options. While most of their collection focuses on quartz models and self-winding watches, they also offer hand-wound models for those who prioritize accuracy with minimal maintenance.
The Serpenti Seduttori collection, in particular, offers a variety of styles and designs, so there’s truly a Bvlgari for everyone.
Before winding your watch, it’s essential to know its type. Bvlgari 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 Bvlgari 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 to 30 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 a Bvlgari Watch Winder
If you own multiple luxury watches or don’t wear your Bvlgari 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 Bvlgari watches, which usually require 650 to 950 turns per day (typically in a clockwise direction), most high-quality winders have the settings needed to keep your timepiece in perfect condition.
Bvlgari 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) |
---|---|---|---|
Most Watch Movements | CW | 650-950 | |
Aluminum Chronograph: AC 38 TAVD | MVA 080 | Both | 650 |
Ampitheater: AT 35 GLD AUTO | BV 220 | Both | 650 |
Assioma | CW | 650 | |
Assioma Automatic | ETA 2094 | CW | 650-800 |
Assioma Chronograph | ETA 2894-2 | Both | 650 |
Assioma Chronograph Limited Edition 2008 | Both | 650 | |
Asioma Multicomplication | CW | 820 | |
Asioma Petite Complication | CCW | 500 | |
Assioma Retrograde Tours | BVL 261 | CCW | 500 |
Bvlgari-Bvlgari: BB 33 PLD AUTO, BB 33 SLD AUTO | BV 220 G | Both | 650 |
Bvlgari-Bvlgari Annual Calendar: BB 38 GLAC | DD 5733 | Both | 650 |
Bvlgari-Bvlgari Chrono | Both | 650 | |
Bvlgari-Bvlgari Color | Both | 650 | |
Bvlgari-Bvlgari GMT: BB 33 SLDG AUTO | ETA 2893-2 | Both | 650 |
Bvlgari-Bvlgari Moon Phases: BBW GLMP | Jaquet/La Joux Perret 3103 | Both | 650 |
Bvlgari-Bvlgari Reserve de Marche | Both | 650 | |
Bvlgari-Bvlgari Squelette: BB 33 GLSK | ETA 2892/A2 | Both | 650 |
Chrono: CH 35 WSSD AUTO / BSLD AUTO | MVA 080 | Both | 650 |
DANIEL ROTH Endurer Chronosprint | Both | 650 | |
Diagono Calibro 303 | CW | 800 | |
Diagono Calibro 303 Ceramic | CW | 800 | |
Diagono Ceramic | Both | 650 | |
Diagono Chrono Aluminum, Steel | MVA 080 | Both | 650 |
Diagono Chrono Amplificator: CHW 40 GL / AMPLI | ETA 2892-A2 + DD 2027 | Both | 650 |
Diagono Gold/Rubber: AL 38 GVD | ETA 2892-A2 | Both | 650 |
Diagono Professional Aqua | B77 | Both | 650 |
Diagono Professional Calibro 303 | BVL 303 | CW | 800 |
Diagono Professional GMT: GMT 40 GVD | DD312 | Both | 650 |
Diagono Professional GMT Flyback | DD 21340 | Both | 650 |
Diagono Professional Phases de Lune | BVL 347 | CCW | 500 |
Diagono Professional Rattrapante | CW | 800 | |
Diagono Professional Regatta | DD 42028 | Both | 650 |
Diagono Professional Scuba Chrono | B224 | Both | 650 |
Diagono Professional Scuba Diving 2000 mt.: SD 42 SVDAUTO | ETA 2892-A2 | Both | 650 |
Diagono Professional Tachymetric Chronograph: CH 40 SSDTA | MVA 80 | Both | 650 |
Diagono Professional Tachymetric Chronograph Split-Second (Rattrapante): CH 40 GLor GLTARA | Jaquet 8601 or Valjoux 7750 | CW | 800 |
Diagono Professional Terra | B130 | Both | 650 |
Diagono Titanium | Both | 650 | |
Diagono X-Pro Chronograph | BVL 312 | CW | 800 |
Endurer Chronosprint | CW | 800 | |
Endurer Chronosprint All Black | CW | 800 | |
Ergon Automatic | EG 40 | Both | 650 |
Ergon Chronograph | EG 40 | Both | 650 |
Octo 2012 | CW | 650 | |
Octo Bi-Retro Steel Ceramic: GG7722 | GG7722 | CW | 800 |
Octo Grande Sonnerie Tourbillion | CW | 820 | |
Octo Maserati | CCW | 500 | |
Octo Quadri Retro RoseGold | CW | 800 | |
Octo Quadri Retro Stahl Kermaik | CW | 800 | |
Octo Tourbillion Retro | CW | 800 | |
Pappillon Voyageur | Both | 650 | |
Pappillon Voyageur | CW | 670 | |
Professional Acqua | Both | 650 | |
Professional Aria | Both | 650 | |
Rettangolo: RT 45 SSD | ETA 2000-1 | CW | 650-800 |
Roma | Both | 650 | |
Scuba GMT: SD 38 SVD GMT | ETA 2892-A2 (GMT Module DD 312) | Both | 650 |
Sotirio: SB 43 | BVL 168 | Both | 650 |
Sotirio 125th 2009 | CW | 650 | |
Sotirio BVLGARI Kaliber 168 | Both | 650 | |
Sotirio Annual Calendar: SBP 42 | — | — | — |
Sotirio Retrograde Date: SB 42 | — | — | — |
Sport Scuba: SD 38 SVD AUTO | BV 220 | Both | 650 |
Square: SQ29 GLD AUTO | Frederic Piguet 951 | CCW | 650 |
BVLGARI GERAL GENTA: | |||
Grande Sonnerie Tourbillion | CW | 820 | |
Octo Bi-Retro Steel Ceramic | Both | 650 | |
Octo Chronograph Quadri-Retro | Both | 650 | |
Octo Repetition Minutes Retro | Both | 650 |
How to Properly Use and Set the Bvlgari 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 Bvlgari 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 to 30 times to manually wind the Bvlgari.
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 Bvlgari Recommend using a Watch Winder?
Bvlgari 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 a Bvlgari 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 Bvlgari?
If you are considering a watch winder, it is vital that you choose a high quality that meets the specific requirements of your Bvlgari 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 Bvlgari 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 Bvlgari owners who want to preserve the accuracy and longevity of their timepieces.
Just make sure to select the right TPD and rotation settings, following Bvlgari’s guidelines for best results. With a Mozsly winder, you’ll enjoy the elegance of your Bvlgari, always ticking perfectly, year after year.
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