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

How to Wind a Hamilton Watch Correctly: A Simplified Guide

Identifying Your Watch Type

Hamilton primarily offers two types of watches: manual wind and self-winding. However, they also produce quartz watches that rely on battery-powered movements for accurate timekeeping. So, despite the prominence of manual wind and self-winding watches in the Hamilton collection, other options cater to various preferences and needs.

Before attempting to wind your watch, determine its type. Hamilton manual wind watches need regular winding to maintain power reserve, while self-winding watches can be wound through natural wrist movement or by using a watch winder.

Wearing the Watch Daily

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

Manual Winding: Rotating the Crown

To start winding the watch, unscrew the crown and begin rotating it clockwise. If the watch has been inactive for a while and has stopped, it is necessary to manually wind it by turning the crown clockwise for approximately ten rotations.

Note: In order to maintain the water resistance of your watch, always remember to press the crown back into place after completing the settings.

Automatic Winding: Using a Hamilton Watch Winder

For those with multiple luxury timepieces or without daily wear of their Hamilton watch, using a watch winder is a practical option. Brands like Mozsly and Wolf provide watch winders that replicate natural wrist motion, maintaining accuracy without damage due to manual winding.

Following these guidelines will help you wind your Hamilton watch properly, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.

How Does an Automatic Watch Winder Work?

Are you unfamiliar with the concept of an automatic watch winder? In simple terms, it is a specialized jewelry box equipped with a motor and microprocessor, designed to actively rotate your watch at regular intervals. This simulated wrist movement keeps your timepiece properly wound.

An automatic watch winder offers various rotation settings, including clockwise only, counterclockwise only, or both directions, depending on the specifications of your watch’s movement. Multi-watch winders even support alternating rotations, enabling the simultaneous winding of multiple watches.

When it comes to automatic watches like those produced by Hamilton, proper winding is essential for their optimal performance. By using the Hamilton watch winder, you can ensure that your timepiece remains accurate, eliminates the need for manual winding, and prevents lubricants from drying out.

Most Hamilton self-winding watches require 650 to 800 revolutions per day, typically wound clockwise. Hence, the majority of watch winders can adequately accommodate the winding needs of Hamilton watches.

To assist you further, we present the recommended turns per day (TPD) and winding directions for your Hamilton watch. Familiarizing yourself with these Hamilton watch winder settings will ensure optimal care for your cherished timepiece.

Hamilton Winding Parameters

Definitions:

«CW» – Clockwise winding direction;
«CCW» – Counterclockwise winding direction;
«Both» – Combined mode (Clockwise + Counterclockwise);
«–» – Undefined;

MODEL, DESCRIPTION	MOVEMENT / CALIBER	WINDING DIRECTION	TURNS PER DAY (TPD)
Aqua Riva Automatic Chronograph 44mm	Automatic 7753	CW	800
Aqua Riva GMT	Automatic 2893	Both	650
Aqua Riva Power Reserve	Automatic 2897	Both	650
Below ZERO Auto 2824	Automatic 2824	Both	650
Below ZERO Auto 2826	Automatic 2826	Both	650
Below ZERO Auto Chrono 7750	Automatic 7750	CW	800
Brooke XL	Automatic 2824-2	Both	650
Chronograph LE	Automatic 7750	CW	800
Codebreaker Automatic		Both	650
Codebreaker Chrono		CW	800
Dodson Automatic	Automatic 2895-2	Both	650
Flintridge Gent		Both	650
GMT Animation		Both	650
Intramatic		Both	650
Jazzmaster Automatic Chronograph	Automatic 7750 / 7753	CW	800
Jazzmaster Face 2 face		Both	650
Jazzmaster Lady Automatic	Automatic 2824-2	Both	650
Jazzmaster Maestro	Automatic 7750	CW	800
Jazzmaster Medium 34mm	Automatic 2671	Both	650
Jazzmaster Moonphase	Automatic 7751	CW	800
Jazzmaster Open Heart	Automatic 2824	Both	650
Jazzmaster Open Secret	Automatic 7750	CW	800
Jazzmaster Power Reserve	Automatic 2897	Both	650
Jazzmaster Regulateur		Both	650
Jazzmaster Seaview Automatic	Automatic 2824	Both	650
Jazzmaster Seaview Medium 37mm	Automatic 2824	Both	650
Jazzmaster Skeleton	Automatic 2894	Both	650
Jazzmaster Slim	Automatic 2892	Both	650
Jazzmaster Slim Automatic		Both	650
Jazzmaster Square Auto Chronograph	Automatic 2894	Both	650
Jazzmaster Square Automatic	Automatic 2824	Both	650
Jazzmaster Tonneau Automatic	Automatic 2824	Both	650
Jazzmaster Traveler	Automatic 2893-2	Both	650
Jazzmaster Viewmatic	Automatic 2824-2	Both	650
Jazzmaster Viewmatic Skeleton		Both	650
Khaki Action 44mm		CW	800
Khaki Action Automatic 40mm	Automatic 2824-2	Both	650
Khaki Aviation Automatic 44mm	Automatic 7753	CW	800
Khaki Aviation COSC	Automatic 7753	CW	800
Khaki Aviation One	Automatic 2895-2	Both	650
Khaki BASE Jump Automatic 50mm	Automatic 2824	Both	650
Khaki BASE Jump Auto Chrono 50mm	Automatic 7750	CW	800
Khaki Code Breaker	Automatic 7753	CW	800
Khaki Conservation 42mm	Automatic 2893	Both	650
Khaki Field Automatic	Automatic 2824-2	Both	650
Khaki Field Auto Chronograph	Automatic 7750	CW	800
Khaki Frogman Auto Chrono		CW	800
Khaki GMT	Automatic 2893-1	Both	650
Khaki GMT Air Race	Automatic 2893-1	Both	650
Khaki King	Automatic 2834-2	Both	650
Khaki King Auto Chronograph	Automatic 7750	CW	800
Khaki King Pilot		Both	650
Khaki Navy	Automatic 2824	Both	650
Khaki Navy Frogman	Automatic 2895-2	Both	650
Khaki Navy Frogman Chronograph	Automatic 7750	CW	800
Khaki Navy GMT	Automatic 2893-1	Both	650
Khaki Navy Pioneer		Both	650
Khaki Navy Regatta	Automatic 7750	CW	800
Khaki Navy SUB Chrono		CW	800
Khaki Officer Auto	Automatic 2895	Both	650
Khaki Officer Auto Chronograph	Automatic 7750	CW	800
Khaki Pilot Pioneer Chrono		CW	800
Khaki Pilot Pioneer Aluminium		Both	650
Khaki Skymaster UTC		Both	650
Khaki Tachymeter Chrono		CW	800
Khaki Take off Limited		CW	800
Khaki Tachymiler	Automatic 7750	CW	800
Khaki UTC		CW	800
Khaki X-Copter 44mm	Automatic 7750	CW	800
Khaki X-Landing Ltd. Ed.	Automatic 7754	CW	800
Khaki X-Mach Auto Chrono	Automatic 7750	CW	800
Khaki X-Patrol		CW	800
Khaki X-Wind Auto Chrono	Automatic 7750	CW	800
Khaki X-Wind Limited Edition		CW	800
Linwood Automatic	Automatic 2824-2	Both	650
Linwood Viewmatic Automatic	Automatic 2824-2	Both	650
Lloyd Automatic	Automatic 2824-2	Both	650
Modern Times Pan Europe		CW	800
Mount Vernon Chronograph	Automatic 7750	CW	800
Mount Vernon XL Automatic	Automatic 2895-1	Both	650
Open Secret Chrono		CW	800
Pan Europe Chrono		CW	800
Pan Europe Day Date		Both	650
Pulsomatic Digital		Both	650
RailRoad 38mm	Automatic 2824	Both	650
RailRoad 44mm	Automatic A07.511	CW	800
RailRoad 46mm	Automatic A07.211	CW	800
RailRoad Auto Chrono	Automatic A07.211	CW	800
RailRoad Small Second		Both	650
Seaview 1000 ft.	Automatic 2824	Both	650
Seaview Automatic 46mm	GMT 2824-2	Both	650
Seaview AutoChrono 44mm	Automatic 7753	CW	800
Seaview Day / Date	Automatic 2836	Both	650
Seaview GMT 42mm	GMT 2893-2	Both	650
Take off Chrono Limited Edition		CW	800
Thin-O-Matic		Both	650
Trent Automatic	Automatic 2824-2	Both	650
US 66 Power Reserve Ltd. Ed.50mm	Automatic 2897	Both	650
US 66 Small Second Ltd. Ed. 44mm	Automatic 2895	Both	650
Valiant		Both	650
Ventura 50th Anniversary		Both	650
Ventura Automatic	Automatic 2824	Both	650
Ventura XXL Automatic	Automatic 2824-2	Both	650
Ventura XXL Elvis’ Anniversary Collection	Automatic 2824	Both	650
Ventura XXL Graceland		Both	650
Ventura XXL White		Both	650
X-Copter Chrono		CW	800

How to Properly Use and Set the Hamilton 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 Hamilton watch with your automatic watch winder:

1. 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 Hamilton.
2. 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.
3. 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. If the time is still correct after two days, then this is the setup for you and you don’t need to experiment anymore.
4. However, if the time is wrong, increment to the next TPD setting and repeat the above process.
5. If the time is correct after two days, you’ve found the correct setting.
6. If the time is wrong, set the winder to turn clockwise only, and repeat the process.
7. If the time is still correct after two days, this is the correct setting for you.
8. If the time is incorrect, set it to rotate counterclockwise only and repeat the process.

Does Hamilton Recommend using a Watch Winder?

Hamilton 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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton?

If you are considering a watch winder, it is vital that you choose a high quality that meets the specific requirements of your Hamilton watch. To help you find the best watch winder for Hamilton, I would like to recommend the following two excellent products:

MOZSLY® Single Watch Winder – Orange Leather

Material: Wooden Box/PU Leather/Acrylic Board
Color: Black/Orange/Purple/Green/Blue/Brown/White/Red/Carbon Fiber/Light Blue Leather
Dimensions: 4.4 x 6 x 4.4 inches

✅4 modes with TPD settings ranging from 650 to 1500
✅All three winding directions are supported
✅Use Japanese upgraded Mabuchi Motor
✅Anti-magnetization Design
✅Dual Power Type
✅3 Years Warranty
✅100% handmade

MOZSLY® Double Watch Winder -Orange Leather

Material: Wooden Box/PU Leather/Acrylic Board
Color: Black/Orange Leather
Size: 8.85.94.7 inches

✅4 modes with TPD settings ranging from 650 to 1500
✅All three winding directions are supported
✅Use Japanese upgraded Mabuchi Motor
✅Anti-magnetization Design
✅Dual Power Type
✅3 Years Warranty
✅100% handmade

This beautiful dual watch winder simultaneously powers two watches. A quiet motor drives selectable winding modes while adjustable settings suit various calibers.

MOZSLY watch winders use high-quality upgraded Japanese Mabuchi motors, a well-known brand that manufactures precision motors. These motors keep the noise below 10db 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 Hamilton will not be magnetized and affect the running time.

With a 36-month warranty and friendly customer service, we welcome you to purchase Mozsly watch winders!

In Conclusion

For Hamilton watch owners, purchasing a Mozsly watch winder is a wise decision. By properly maintaining your watch with a Mozsly watch winder you can ensure its accuracy, longevity, and overall performance.

Remember to choose the Turns Per Day (TPD) and winding direction that meets the specific requirements of your Hamilton watch and follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for proper use and maintenance. With the Mozsly watch winder, you can adorn your Hamilton wrist and keep the perfect time for years to come.