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

How to Wind a Corum Watch Correctly: A Simplified Guide

Identifying Your Watch Type

Corum has a remarkable range of watches, from hand-wound and self-winding models to quartz options. While most of their collection focuses on hand-wound and self-winding watches, they also offer quartz models for those who prioritize accuracy with minimal maintenance. 

The Admiral collection, in particular, offers a variety of styles and designs, so there’s truly a Corum for everyone.

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

If you own multiple luxury watches or don’t wear your Corum 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 Corum watches, which usually require 650 to 1800 turns per day (typically in a clockwise direction), most high-quality winders have the settings needed to keep your timepiece in perfect condition.

Corum 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)
Admiral’s Cup	CO 003	Both	650
Admiral’s Cup 44		Both	650
Admiral’s Cup 44 GMT		Both	650
Admiral’s Cup AC-One 45 Regatta 2013		CW	800
Admiral’s Cup AC-One 45 Tides		Both	650
Admiral’s Cup Black & Gold 48 2010		CW	800
Admiral’s Cup Black Chrono 48 Centro		CW	800
Admiral’s Cup Black Chrono 40 Diamonds		Both	650
Admiral’s Cup Black Chrono Foudroyanne 48		Both	650
Admiral’s Cup Black Hull 48		Both	650
Admiral’s Cup Black Hull 48 2010		CW	800
Admiral’s Cup Black Split Seconds 44 Ltd. Ed.	CO 986	CCW	800
Admiral’s Cup Challenge 44	CO 753	CW	800
Admiral’s Cup Challenge 44 Rattrapante		Both	650
Admiral’s Cup Challenge 44 Regatta	CO 986	CCW	800
Admiral’s Cup Challenge 44 Rubber		Both	650
Admiral’s Cup Challenge 44 Split Seconds	CO 986	Both	650
Admiral’s Cup Challenge 48 Black Flag Ltd. Ed.	CO 753	CW	800
Admiral’s Cup Challenge 48 Day & Night		Both	650
Admiral’s Cup Chronograph	CO SW002	Both	650-800
Admiral’s Cup Chronograph 40 Diamonds	CO 984	Both	650
Admiral’s Cup Chronograph 44	CO 753	Both	650
Admiral’s Cup Chronograph 44 Gold	CO 753	CW	800
Admiral’s Cup Chronograph 44 Centro Didier Cuche		CW	800
Admiral’s Cup Chronograph 44 Centro Monopusher		CW	800
Admiral’s Cup Chronograph 48	CO 753	CW	800
Admiral’s Cup Chronograph 48 Centro		CW	800
Admiral’s Cup Chronograph 48 Sport		CW	800
Admiral’s Cup Chronograph 48 Grand Prix 2010	CO 753	CW	800
Admiral’s Cup Chronograph 50 LHS	CO 753	CW	800
Admiral’s Cup Competition 40	CO 082	Both	650
Admiral’s Cup Competition 48	CO 947	CW	800
Admiral’s Cup Competition 48 Victory Challenge	CO 947	CW	800
Admiral’s Cup Deep Hull 48	CO 947	CW	800
Admiral’s Cup GMT 44	CO 383	Both	650
Admiral’s Cup Leap Second 48	CO 895	CW	800
Admiral`s Cup Legend 42 Blue		Both	650
Admiral’s Cup Marees	CO 277	Both	650
Admiral’s Cup Regatta 44	CO SW 002 /CO 285	Both	650
Admiral’s Cup Tides 44	CO 277	Both	650
Admiral’s Cup Tides 44 Regatta	CO 277	Both	650
Admiral’s Cup Tides 48	CO 277	Both	650
Admiral’s Cup Tourbillon 48	–	–	–
Admiral’s Cup Trophy 41	CO 082	Both	650
Antika	CO 024	Both	650
Automatic 100	CO 295	CW	650
Bubble Automatic	CO 082	Both	650
Bubble Bats		Both	650
Bubble Black Dive	ETA 2892-A2 + DD Module	Both	650
Bubble Casino	ETA 2892-A2	Both	650
Bubble Dive Bomber	ETA 2892-A2	Both	650
Bubble Diver Shark Chronograph	ETA 2892	Both	650
Bubble GMT	ETA 2893-2	Both	650
Bubble Large Chronograph	ETA 2892	Both	650
Bubble Night Flyer	ETA 2892-A2	Both	650
Bubble Privateer	CO 082	Both	650
Bubble Royal Flash		Both	650
Bubble Skeleton	ETA 2892-A2	Both	650
Classical Chevalier	ETA 2892-A2	Both	650
Classical Chrono Flyback	DD 44500	Both	650
Classical Grande/Big Date	CO 922GD COSC	Both	650
Classical GMT	CO 983.GMT	Both	650
Classical Kai Chon	ETA 2892-A2	Both	650
Classical Palm Beach	CO 982	Both	650
Classical Pearl Dragon	ETA 2892-A2	Both	650
Classical Power Reserve	CO 973.PW	Both	650
Competition 48 Victory Challenge		CW	800
Golden Bridge Automatik		Both	1800
Gypsy Moth	ETA 2892	Both	650
Romulus 2008		Both	650
Romulus Chrono	Cal 285	Both	650
Romulus Chronograph	CO 984	Both	650
Romulus Gold	CO 295	CCW	650-950
Romulus Dual Time	CO 283	–	–
Romulus Lady	CO 024	Both	650
Romulus Large Date	CO 812	Both	650
Romulus Perpetual Calendar	CO 183	CW	820
Romulus Retrograde Annual Calendar	CO 052	Both	650
Romulus Steel Power Reserve	CO 373	Both	650
Ti-Bridge Dual Winder		Both	670
Trapeze Automatic	Cal 082	Both	650
$20 Gold Piece Watch (up to 2001)	FP 70	CW	650-800
$20 Gold Piece Watch (2002+)	Cal 082	Both	650
20$ Coin Watch		Both	650

How to Properly Use and Set the Corum 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 Corum 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 Corum.

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 Corum Recommend using a Watch Winder?

Corum 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 Corum 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 Corum?

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

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