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Upgrades CHIYODA Single Watch Winder with Quiet Motor 12 Rotation Modes
Last Updated: April 29, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.7
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Product Reliability
142months, working, winder, stopped, year
+39%
-61%
" ... The most disappointing part is that it stopped working after 15 months. ... "
" ... Worked for about 3 months and stopped working. ... "
" ... Early on, I was confounded by the thing just not working. ... "
" ... Didn't even look at watch for 6 weeks. ... "
" ... Winder stopped working. ... "
" ... Stopped working in March 2018. ... "
" ... I spoke to the supplier and they confirmed these known issues. ... "
" ... Bought this item in December, now discovered that it is not working. ... "
Design
116beautiful, finish, dresser, quiet, winder
+100%
" ... Very quiet and a beautiful case. ... "
" ... Beautiful finish and starts off quiet but it does get noisy over time ... "
" ... Excellent build, quiet, and great looking. ... "
" ... My watch looks amazing rotating in it. ... The box is beautiful. ... "
" ... The Chiyoda is a very silent and nice appearing winder and is very attractive. ... "
" ... It is visually stunning as it is functional. ... "
" ... Out of the box it looked lovely. ... Nice finish etc. ... "
" ... Looks nice on my dresser. ... Keeps my watch in great shape. ... "
Sound Quality
79noise, silent, hear, motor, winder
+86%
-14%
" ... Extremely quiet as well. ... "
" ... Very quiet, you don't hear any of the rotating movements. ... "
" ... It started totally silent and now makes a low whir while winding. ... "
" ... Elegant and quiet. ... "
" ... So far the winder works well, it is extremely quiet. ... "
" ... Like beautiful and very quiet. ... "
" ... No sound whatsoever comes from this little box and it is a nice addition to the dresser top. ... "
" ... For the price point, I would have expected the motor to hold up better and remain silent. ... "
Marketplace
55amazon, advertised, works as advertised, picture, exactly
+87%
-13%
" ... I contacted seller about product details and received a prompt response. ... "
" ... Nice looking product that works as advertised. ... "
" ... Product as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... After my review below, Lugulake contacted me and immediately replaced the winder. ... I will say that I won't hesitate to order from them again, though. ... "
" ... Works as stated. ... "
" ... I have read that the company makes good on replacements based on Amazon complaints. ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
Build Quality
44watch, wood, well made, finish, beautiful
+75%
-25%
" ... Beautiful case meticulously crafted with movements rivaling those of my Rolex that is ultra-quiet. ... The pillow that holds the watch is soft to protect expensive watches. ... The case has rubber feet to prevent scratching furniture. ... "
" ... I have a Rolex in it and after two weeks the watch was wound perfectly The one I had previously held two watches it was a pile of junk. ... "
" ... Love the finish it is like a fine piece of furniture. ... "
" ... This was my favorite winder, the wood is pretty, very simple, was working great. ... "
" ... Very nice,and very well made looks good ony dresser. ... "
" ... Fine piece of equipment. ... "
" ... Nice looking outer wood design . ... "
" ... Good looking if not the highest quality materials. ... "
Price
40worth, waste your money, product, money, waste of money
+78%
-23%
" ... I’m happy with the purchase for this price. ... "
" ... It costs more, but well worth it. ... "
" ... He says it was the right choice for the prices. ... "
" ... This is a first class product and excellent value. ... "
" ... Another $15.98 for what I though was included in the purchase price. ... "
" ... A worthwhile purchase to protect my investment. ... "
" ... Worth the price. ... "
" ... Not only do I LOVE the finish of the case, I would've been happy even if I had paid full price for it. ... "
Product As Described
30works as advertised, picture, exactly, works, described
+97%
-3%
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as stated. ... "
" ... First, it is much more handsome in person than in the picture online. ... "
" ... Item arrived on time and was exactly as described and appeared in photo. ... "
" ... Only a week old but works great, exactly as advertised ... "
" ... It took 10 days, but the winder works as advertised. ... "
" ... It works exactly as advertised ... "
" ... just as described. ... "
Delivery
29delivery, winder, within, received, packaged
+90%
-10%
" ... Delivered on time ... "
" ... Order arrived on time with good care taken about item shipping. ... The seller LuguLake however did a great job with the delivery, no issues. ... "
" ... I received this item a few days ago and I'm really happy . ... "
" ... We received the new one in under a week. ... "
" ... It even comes packed beautifully and with care. ... "
" ... Packaging and shipping was professionally accomplished. ... "
" ... Very nice winder box. ... Extremely well packaged and arrived in a couple of days. ... "
" ... Shipping was fast! ... "
Overall performance
24quiet, runs, works very well, winder, well
+92%
-8%
" ... I give it five stars for quality and performance! ... "
" ... Does the job!! ... "
" ... Works good so far. ... "
" ... It arrived quickly and looks fantastic to boot. ... "
" ... Its quiet and been doing a good job for almost a year now. ... "
" ... Works great so far. ... "
" ... It is very quiet, nice design and multiple speeds. ... "
" ... Had it for 3 months - does its job well. ... "
Returns
24sent, returned, replacement, second, returning
+21%
-79%
" ... this is my second request for repair or replacement. ... "
" ... Will try to return it. ... "
" ... I returned the unit. ... "
" ... I want to return it. ... "
" ... Since it is a few days after the 90 days, I cannot get a refund. ... "
" ... Actually I want to return it but already discard every box etc . ... "
" ... All of my messages have gone un-returned. ... "
" ... Stopped working properly after returned date expired. ... "
Ease of Use
21easy to use, easy, easy to set, instructions, sufficient
+95%
-5%
" ... Liking the Chiyoda was very easy. ... "
" ... Besides its appearance, it is soundless, efficient, and easy to use. ... "
" ... Silent operation and easy to set and use. ... "
" ... Easy to set up & use. ... "
" ... ease of set up . ... "
" ... Simple to set-up and use. ... "
" ... I keep it turned off during the week and it's very easy to set. ... "
Fit
19case, pillow, fits, winding, watches
+79%
-21%
" ... 44mm watch fits without any issues. ... "
" ... Put my Rolex inside and it now keeps perfect time while I don't wear it. ... "
" ... Beautifully finished case. ... "
" ... The watch fits snug and secure and looks beautiful in the winder. ... "
" ... The watch is very stable inside and there’s no worry about it falling forward/out. ... "
" ... My watch fits well and no chance of scraping the case anywhere when rotating. ... "
" ... The pillow inside easily adjusts to my watch, I have a small wrist, and holds the watch securely. ... "
" ... The pillow that holds the watch is soft to protect expensive watches. ... The case has rubber feet to prevent scratching furniture. ... "
Comfort
19watch, rolex, watches, worn, winding
+84%
-16%
" ... Works Great Keeping My Watch ready to go at all times when not wearing it! ... "
" ... Put my Rolex inside and it now keeps perfect time while I don't wear it. ... "
" ... Ready for me to wear as soon as I'm up. ... "
" ... And--it winds like a wrist--back and forth ... "
" ... The pillow inside easily adjusts to my watch, I have a small wrist, and holds the watch securely. ... "
" ... He does not have to worry about resetting it when he is ready to wear it. ... "
" ... I love the new CHIYODA as I have a Rolex and don't want to wear it all the time. ... "
" ... Mechanically I have had no problem with it, The soft cushion the watch goes around can accommodate various size watches. ... "
Battery Life
19battery, days, winder, tried, option
+47%
-53%
" ... This winder runs out of batteries every three days. ... "
" ... When I checked the batteries had leaked. ... I then put in brand new batteries and the sane thing happened. ... "
" ... I even tried batteries on both and dispite working intermittently, it still managed to drain two fresh AA batteries in less than 24hrs. ... "
" ... Got the unit started up, and it wouldn't work on anything but battery. ... "
" ... Battery life is terrible - with 2 Aa batteries lasting only 10 days. ... Even the product manual that came with it states 10- 15 day battery life. ... "
" ... Unplugged it and plugged back in, changed the setting, changed the batteries. ... "
" ... This drained your batteries in few days. ... "
" ... Won’t last a weekend on battery power. ... Couldn’t keep my Omega Seamaster powered over 48 hours Reserve. ... "
As Gift
15loves, christmas, bought, birthday, husband for christmas
+100%
" ... I have given 2 others as gifts. ... "
" ... Bought it for my husband for his birthday and he loves it. ... "
" ... This is a Christmas gift. ... "
" ... Received it for Christmas. ... "
" ... I purchased this for my hubands birthday and he loves it! ... "
" ... Bought this as a birthday present for a friend. ... "
" ... I was proud to give this to my husband for Christmas. ... "
" ... We gave it as a gift. ... "
Features
15winder, well, quiet, options, one
+80%
-20%
" ... The winder is attractive and has multiple settings. ... "
" ... It has three settings. ... "
" ... I like the multiple functions ... "
" ... A nice feature as an alternate. ... "
" ... In light it is actually a spectacle. ... "
" ... Quiet, efficient, and the different settings provide great options. ... "
" ... Very well built and very practical in its scheduled rotation options. ... "
" ... This was one of the most inexpensive units that doesn't appear cheap or plasticky, but has all the features I wanted (as well as the good reviews) ... "
For Running
12watch, keep, winder, rolex, keeps
+83%
-17%
" ... When I did turn it on some weekends it worked fine, quiet and kept watch running. ... Watch is still running and has kept perfect time. ... "
" ... Only had it about 2 weeks but it’s keeping my Tag running! ... "
" ... It is so quiet, you do not know it is running. ... "
" ... I really like my new watch winder as I don't need to keep wearing it at night to keep it running. ... "
" ... Keeps my watch running great! ... "
" ... Bought this to keep my Rolex running great. ... "
" ... This keeps it running, I no longer have to shake the watch every Monday morning. ... "
" ... Keeps my watching running and I love the design of the case ... "
Hair
11watch, would, seems, keep, well
+45%
-55%
" ... I keep trying to get a manual for the watch winder ... "
" ... The winder seems to have been updated, but I don’t like the upgrade as much. ... "
" ... After submitting this original review the winder would stop winding. ... "
" ... Therefore, I would not recommend buying this particular watch winder. ... "
" ... I am having lots of trouble with winder ... "
" ... The winder does not keep the Bulova watch energized. ... "
Cables
9power, power cord, box, winder, unit
+44%
-56%
" ... The one I received is basically useless because the cord does not go into the box. ... The hole on the box itself is defective and does not let me insert the cord all the way into it. ... "
" ... However there is no AC cord in the box. ... "
" ... Electrical cord broke first time I plugged it in. ... "
" ... Borrowed my dad’s cord for his Winder and still nothing. ... "
Band
9watches, pillow, winding, soft, rolex
+67%
-33%
" ... Mechanically I have had no problem with it, The soft cushion the watch goes around can accommodate various size watches. ... "
" ... The pillow allows you to fit the Rolex watch band snugly so as not to flop around as it rotates during winding periods. ... "
" ... The pillow that holds the watch is soft to protect expensive watches. ... "
" ... The pillow inside easily adjusts to my watch, I have a small wrist, and holds the watch securely. ... "
" ... I bought another one a few years ago that works well for my husband's watch which has a much larger band. ... "
" ... I have a Rolex in it and after two weeks the watch was wound perfectly The one I had previously held two watches it was a pile of junk. ... "
Setup
8winder, company, use, sufficient, sent
+88%
-13%
" ... I set it at one of the intermediate settings and so it would wind both directions. ... "
" ... 40 minutes with specialized model tools allowed me to install the jack and the unit works fine. ... "
" ... After about 20 minutes of disassembly/reassembly the winder was good as new. ... "
" ... I debated whether to contact the company about it, but I did and they sent a replacement motor to me (easy to install) at no charge, even though it had been well over a year since my purchase. ... I'm very happy with the winder itself, which does a great job, and even happier with the after sales support provided by the company. ... "
" ... As long as you know which settings are right for your particular watch, the instructions included are very simple to follow (3 directional settings & 1, 2, 3, 4 correspond to different TPDs). ... "
" ... Follow up: The seller stands behind their products and I am completely happy with the end result. ... "
" ... My father was estatic ... "
Size
8small, quiet, love, watch, space
+88%
-13%
" ... The winder is sturdy with a good weight to it. ... "
" ... It's quiet and doesn't take up much space at all. ... "
" ... Love it, Small and quiet ... "
" ... I wanted a low cost, small winder. ... "
" ... the perfect watch winder for my high end watch, it's classy & made with quality materials, it's compact & fits nicely even in small spaces and it's motor is quiet even at night ... "
" ... If this one were a few inches smaller it would be absolutely perfect. ... "
Volume
7hear, bed, quiet, place, noise
+14%
-86%
" ... The fact is - they didn't say really loud and/or clear, this is an one-night stand type of device. ... "
" ... Sometimes it is so loud it will wake me up at night. ... It is a descent product if one does not mind the noise, and it has gotten very loud. ... "
" ... But it’s only lasted 6 months and it is ridiculously loud. ... "
Storage
7quiet, looks, like, winder, watch
+100%
" ... It looks like it belongs on a etagere shelf for kudos. ... "
" ... In my bookcase looks like I'm storing gems. ... "
" ... It's quiet and doesn't take up much space at all. ... "
" ... Plush inside ,quiet and plenty of space of these oversize watches. ... "
" ... Very nice winder box. ... "
" ... I feel like a single watch wonder can take up too much space. ... "
" ... It is small enough to put on a dresser or bedside table and it looks nice. ... "
Charging
7charge, battery, winder, batteries, adapter
+86%
-14%
" ... free of charge! ... "
" ... Fast shipping the battery part quite working have to plug it into the wall all the time ... "
" ... Plug it in (or use AA batteries . ... "
" ... I especially like the dual power option of C batteries or via power adapter. ... "
" ... The company contacted me and even though the watch winder is out of warranty they sent me a new power cord free of charge. ... "
" ... You can use batteries or the included plug. ... "
For Kids
6husband, son, bought, birthday
+100%
" ... My husband loves this for his watch. ... "
" ... Bought it for my husband for his birthday and he loves it. ... "
" ... Our client loves it! ... "
" ... He absolutely loves it! ... "
" ... My husband loves it. ... "
" ... I am thrilled with the purchase and have ordered one for my son. ... "
Cleaning
6clean, watch, polish, looking, finish
+83%
-17%
" ... 4 stars for clean simple looks and very quite motor, 1 more star if it lasts more than 2 years. ... "
" ... It looks very nice, clean finish and even my grandchildren enjoy watching the watch go 'round. ... "
" ... It runs so quite, and the box has a beautiful piano polish. ... "
" ... Clean looking and works great ... "
Wash Programs
5tried, winder, rolex
+60%
-40%
" ... Very quiet and has selectable settings for the amount of winding that you need done. ... "
" ... Quite and works perfectly with many options and settings. ... "
" ... It has three settings. ... "
Capacity
5room, move, bedroom, placed, one
+60%
-40%
" ... One for office and one for home. ... "
" ... I have two homes and will purchase a second unit for the other house. ... "
" ... I have purchased 4 for each of my family members. ... "
Call quality
5weeks, impossible, answer, running, quite
+40%
-60%
" ... Was very quite for the first two weeks, almost impossible to hear. ... "
" ... I tried to call the manufacturer, however, they do not answer the phone during business hours. ... "
" ... They do not answer the phone with a live person, you only can leave a message. ... "
Washing
4tag, breitling
+75%
-25%
" ... This Chiyoda alternates with the WOLF to wind both my Breitling Automatic Chronomat and the Breitling Grand Montbrilliant Legende. ... "
" ... Very quiet and has worked well with my Tag automatic. ... "
" ... Works great for my wife's automatic Tag ... "
Picture Quality
4pictures, photo
+100%
" ... This should lass as long as my old winder by The Sharper Image ... "
" ... It's a pretty design and pictures are accurate for what you get. ... "
" ... It's very quiet & prettier than the picture. ... "
Packing
4packaging
+100%
" ... I liked the carefull packaging. ... "
" ... It even comes packed beautifully and with care. ... "
" ... Arives in a nice package. ... "
Defective Delivery
4sent, received, glass, damaged, broken
+25%
-75%
" ... I sent this item back. ... "
" ... The product was dirty and the glass was damaged. ... "
" ... Broken upon arrival and was made very cheap. ... "
Ports
4power, c, wall, stopped, plugged
+75%
-25%
" ... Has several speeds, I use the plug in adapter. ... "
" ... I especially like the dual power option of C batteries or via power adapter. ... "
Device Compatibility
4works, wife, still
+25%
-75%
" ... It doesn't keep the watch winded up as I thought it would. ... I still have to set the watch . ... "
" ... I already found my watch dead twice while leaving it in this device. ... "
" ... I think this machine works correctly, however it didn't work for my watch. ... "
User Manual
3manual, users, use, sufficient, sheet
+33%
-67%
" ... It was supposed to contain a users manual. ... "
" ... The instructions could be better especially defining which setting to use for sufficient winding. ... "
Controls
3quality control, direction, winder, knob, cw
+67%
-33%
" ... It has three settings. ... "
" ... It has three settings of which we use the lowest one. ... "
Sleep Tracking
3winder, watch
-100%
" ... Now, the thing is so loud that I just can't bear to turn it on because I can't sleep at night. ... "
" ... We had to shut it off to sleep. ... "
" ... It has a tendency to begin rotations in those few seconds your brain is switching to sleep mode. ... "
Accuracy
3accurate, would, time, keep, clockwise
+100%
" ... So far keeping my watch time accurate ... "
" ... You can choose the movements of clockwise, counter-clockwise or a mix of both. ... "
" ... I would recommend it for anyone that has an automatic watch that they would like to keep accurate. ... "
Power Consumption
3using, wall, two aa batteries, supply, c
+33%
-67%
" ... It was also supposed to contain an a/c power adaptor. ... "
Screen Protection
3case, display, damaged, beautiful
+67%
-33%
" ... The (seeming) wood is finished to a shine and the glass is clear. ... "
Display Clarity
3way, watch, nice, case, beautiful
+100%
" ... nice way to display your watch (though I hide it behind the TV . ... "
" ... Great way to display fancy watches. ... "
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Body
Size: 3.15 meters