Watch Winding Keys
Antique Mid-19th Century English Pocket Watches
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century American Pocket Watches
Antique 1870s American Civil War Pocket Watches
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Pocket Watches
Silver, Enamel
Antique 1880s American Victorian Pocket Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Silver
Antique 1820s French Pocket Watches
20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
21st Century and Contemporary Pocket Watches
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
18k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Pocket Watches
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Pocket Watches
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Steel
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Platinum
Antique 1840s Swiss Baroque Pocket Watches
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Steel
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1850s French Baroque Pocket Watches
Antique 1850s Swiss Pocket Watches
20th Century British Pocket Watches
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
Antique 19th Century French Artisan Pocket Watches
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Yellow Gold
Antique 18th Century Pocket Watches
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Rose Gold
Antique Late 18th Century French Pocket Watches
Rose Gold
Antique 19th Century French Artisan Pocket Watches
Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Pocket Watches
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Wrist Watches
Early 20th Century Swiss Pocket Watches
Gold
Antique 1830s Swiss Pocket Watches
Antique Late 19th Century Pocket Watches
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Antique Late 18th Century English Early Victorian Pocket Watches
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Mid-18th Century Unknown Greek Revival Pocket Watches
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1850s Swiss Pocket Watches
2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
White Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
2010s European Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
Antique 1840s British Pocket Watches
Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Pocket Watches
Vintage 1910s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
Early 20th Century French Wrist Watches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 1810s George III Collectible Jewelry
Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Collectible Jewelry
Brass
Vintage 1940s French Retro Desk Accessories
Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Scottish Victorian Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Antique 1830s English Mantel Clocks
Bronze
Antique 18th Century English Georgian Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Antique 19th Century More Clocks
Hardwood
Vintage 1950s American Folk Art Toys and Dolls
Tin
Antique Late 18th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Late Victorian Furniture
Walnut
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- What is a key wind pocket watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A key-wind pocket watch is a type of portable timepiece produced from the early 19th century through the middle of the 19th century. It features a mechanism that requires regular winding with a device called a winding key. Shop a range of key-wind pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How old key-wind pocket watches are varies greatly. Watchmakers used key-wind mechanisms in pocket watches starting in the 16th century and continued the practice until the mid 19th century. You can find a collection of key-wind pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a watch key?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A watch key is utilized to wind the watch and set the time in pocket watches. This is generally done by opening the watch back and positioning the key over the winding-arbor and turning the hands. Shop a range of antique and vintage pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Most Rolex watches use a Perpetual rotor which means that they do not need winding if worn regularly. If you have not worn your watch in some time, you can manually wind it by unscrewing the crown to the winding position and turning it clockwise about 20 times. Make sure to screw the crown back into place after winding to reestablish its waterproof qualities. Shop a collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- How do I wind a Piaget watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To wind a Piaget watch, pull out the winding crown located on the side. Turn it clockwise until you detect resistance. For a full wind, you will normally need to twist about 20 times. On 1stDibs, find a range of Piaget watches.
- How do I wind a Rolex watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To wind a Rolex watch, first fully unscrew the winding crown. Once it is in a raised position, carefully turn the crown clockwise. Most watches require 25 turns for enough winding to begin powering the watch. The instructions included with Rolex watches provide more information about how to wind specific models. Shop a large collection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To wind a Vacheron Constantin, turn the winding crown clockwise until you sense some resistance. Typically, manual-winding watches require daily winding. You usually won't have to wind a self-winding timepiece unless you do not wear it for a day or two. Shop a range of Vacheron Constantin watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wind a vintage Omega watch by twisting the crown at the side in a clockwise direction. Stop winding once you feel the movement of the crown stop. Browse a range of authenticated vintage and contemporary Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
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