Diplomat 31-497 Matte Black Finish Watch Winder

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  • Winds 2 watches on its own individual motor
  • Clockwise, auto swap or counter-clockwise rotations
  • Four different program settings
  • included AC adapter power 110-240V
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  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 7 x 9.5 inches; 2 Pounds
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 31-497
  • Department ‏ : ‎ WATCHES
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ December 11, 2012
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Diplomat
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00A45ER8W
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 984 ratings

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Brand, Seller, or Collection Name Diplomat
Model number 31-497
Part Number 31-497
Model Year 2013
Item Shape Round
Dial window material type Plastic
Item weight 2 Pounds
Movement Automatic
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For over 40 years, Diplomat fulfilled the need of quality, affordable watch accessories with an ever-evolving array of products that satisfies the needs of every level of aficionado. It is with that passion that every Diplomat product is manufactured with one goal in mind: Provide quality products at a price anyone can afford.

Our passion doesn’t end there. Our search for what’s new and exciting drives us to offer a wide range of Watch Cases and Watch Winders ideal for your watch, no matter your need. From carbon-fiber to mahogany, one watch displays all the way up to 20, there’s a Diplomat watch winder or box for you.

At Diplomat, we are so confident in our watch winders, that each one carries a one year warranty. Should your watch winder need to be repaired or serviced, we address the problem quickly and effectively. That’s been our promise from day one. We haven’t deviated from that promise since.

This Diplomat Double automatic watch winder with built in MULTI SETTING SMART IC TIMER, rotates clockwise, counter-clockwise or alternate it will work with all kind of automatic watches. Vertical design helps save space and looks great in the bedroom or office. This automatic watch winder will keep your automatic timepieces wound and ready to wear when you need them. Comparable watch winders sell for well over $350 in fine retail jewelry stores, now you can have one of the finest automatic watch winders at a fraction of that cost. World's finest watches manufacturers use automatic movement of their watches like Rolex , Patek Philippe, Breitling, Movado, IWC, Tag Heuer as well as many other known brand name watch manufacturers. Today's most extravagant timepieces come equipped with the world's most advanced automatic, perpetual movement. To avoid setting the time on these watches daily, use an automatic watch winder to keep constant movement on your watch when you're not wearing it. Great for watch enthusiasts that own multiple watches and change watch styles every couple of days. Top selling gift item! FEATURES Rotation Switch keys by operation: clockwise, auto, and counterclockwise Timer Function Auto Rotate 33 seconds, rest 12 minutes Auto Rotate 10 minutes, rest 90 minutes Auto Rotate 30 minutes, rest 3 hours Auto Rotate 1 hour, rest 3 hours Power: AC Adaptor SPECIFICATIONS Silent motor with directional controls keep any automatic movement wound no matter the style or manufacturer 110V AC Adapter Included Double turntable with 2 adjustable watch holders will fit most watch sizes L 6.5" W 6" H 11.5" inches with glass windows 3" in diameter Watch Winder Weight 2 lb. Winder does not work with Seiko Kinetic Watches.

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4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3 out of 5
984 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the performance, noise level, value, appearance and ease of use of the charging adapter. For example, they mention it works well, makes absolutely no sound and is great value for the money. Some are satisfied with settings, and ease to use. That said, opinions are mixed on quality and fit.

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206 customers mention158 positive48 negative

Customers like the performance of the charging adapter. They say it's effective, quiet, and gets the job done. Some mention that it has several winding modes and is a great product.

"Day 1, I’m happy with it. I wanted something functional, quiet, and not terribly ugly, but also not big and gaudy like many of the competing..." Read more

"...It has worked perfectly over the years and my automatic watches are kept wound with accurate time...." Read more

"This winder works great. It keeps my automatic watches running without me having to wind them up...." Read more

"...After about 1 year, I noticed it had stopped working, so I took it apart to find the wiring inside the input was so frail, any attempt to repair it..." Read more

124 customers mention91 positive33 negative

Customers like the noise level of the charging adapter. For example, they mention it's ninja-quiet, makes absolutely no sound, and has plenty of versatility. Some say that the winder runs almost silently, holds watches securely, and is easy to use.

"Day 1, I’m happy with it. I wanted something functional, quiet, and not terribly ugly, but also not big and gaudy like many of the competing..." Read more

"...Diplomat has improved the motors on the new model and it is now much more quiet...." Read more

"...There is very little noise when the winder is rotating. I have it my bedroom and it does not distract nor bother me...." Read more

"...It's a little noisy but not too bad." Read more

84 customers mention84 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the charging adapter. They say it's a great alternative to a watch winder, and is easy to use. Customers also mention that it'll last for a long time.

"...And the price is right.And to top it all off they're cheap as dirt and if you keep them well dusted and the windows clean, they make for..." Read more

"...expensive winders made of wood but this watch winder is the best value for under $50." Read more

"...Great product, great price!" Read more

"...It is plastic but well made and a fraction of the price compared to fancy winders such as can also be found in Orbita.com...." Read more

51 customers mention47 positive4 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the charging adapter. They mention that it is good-looking, elegant, and blends in with their stereo system. Some say that the matte finish is cool and it displays two watches very nicely.

"...I wanted something functional, quiet, and not terribly ugly, but also not big and gaudy like many of the competing brands...." Read more

"...The winder looks great and does what it says it will do. What more can a consumer ask for?" Read more

"...Its nomenclature and color blend in with my stereo system. I am very happy with my purchase...." Read more

"Great price for the basic functionality this winder provides. It is good-looking, and although it feels a bit cheap, IT IS CHEAP.. $50 is a great..." Read more

22 customers mention20 positive2 negative

Customers are satisfied with the settings of the charging adapter. They mention that it has lots of settings, including one direction, both directions, duration, and programming options. The winder has 4 settings including 320, 864, 1080, and 2160 TPD. Customers also appreciate the different modes for how it runs and the versatility it provides. Overall, customers recommend this product for its excellent value.

"...They're configurable (one direction, both directions, duration, etc.) and also have an on/off switch. They take a tiny amount of power...." Read more

"...It has four different movement settings to keep my Rolex watches on time...." Read more

"...This thing makes absolutely no sound and has plenty of versatility with 4 different settings from 300 turns per day (TPN) up to 2000 TPN's...." Read more

"...There are different modes for how it runs...." Read more

19 customers mention19 positive0 negative

Customers find the charging adapter easy to use. They mention it's simple and basic, yet works well. Some appreciate the clear, understandable instructions. They also mention that the winder is quiet and convenient.

"...so that watches don't fall all over the place, but make it easy to get watches on and off...." Read more

"...The Diplomat winder has two perfectly clear windows and is easy to mount, insert, and remove my watches yet it holds the watches very securely in..." Read more

"This is a simple and basic watch winder, but it works well...." Read more

"Very quiet, and easy to use. It's very inexpensive, and looks it, but it works well...." Read more

70 customers mention34 positive36 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the charging adapter. Some mention that they are impressed with the quality, reliability, and appearance of the product. They say that the built quality is plastic, but seems solid enough. However, others say that it is shoddy quality, cheap plastic, and not a high end product.

"...Therefore, the main spring can't wear out. Yes, the main spring can break and really old ones do, but maintaining a watch in a winder will not..." Read more

"...perfectly over the years and my automatic watches are kept wound with accurate time...." Read more

"...It is good-looking, and although it feels a bit cheap, IT IS CHEAP.. $50 is a great price for this thing...." Read more

"I was expecting a cheaply made unit. However, I am impressed with this watch winder's quality...." Read more

35 customers mention20 positive15 negative

Customers are mixed about the fit of the charging adapter. Some mention that it fits great, has different settings and sizes for different watchbands, and is compact. However, others say that their watch does not fit, it's not ideal for smaller wrist's watches, and the holders are too big.

"...And the quick insert/remove holders snap in snugly so that watches don't fall all over the place, but make it easy to get watches on and off...." Read more

"...It's really not fit for anything bigger than a Seiko. That said, it does exactly what it said it would do...." Read more

"...is easy to mount, insert, and remove my watches yet it holds the watches very securely in the winder...." Read more

"...It's on the back corner of the dresser and it doesn't take up much room at all...." Read more

My only complaint is that it doesn't automatically stop turning when the door is opened like both my other winders do
5 Stars
My only complaint is that it doesn't automatically stop turning when the door is opened like both my other winders do
This winder is surprisingly quiet, quieter than my $200 Heiden winder. The winder has enough programming options to fit whatever your turn-per-day requirement is. My only complaint is that it doesn't automatically stop turning when the door is opened like both my other winders do...the description doesn't specifically say that it does or does not, so I can't fault it for that.
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PRNLM
5.0 out of 5 stars Great watch winders at a great price.
Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2017
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**UPDATE**

I had a question about my winders and ended up emailing the address listed on the instruction manual. Given the levels of service typical of today's products, I didn't have high hopes for a response.

Guess what? I was contacted the same day and provided with excellent service. *That* is a product you can trust.

**REVIEW FOLLOWS**

I have five of these things running constantly and I love them.

Note that by constantly, I mean "plugged in and switched on." Naturally, as watch winders, they only move every now and then, to keep automatic watches wound but not create excess wear on the slip mechanism that prevents overwinding. They're configurable (one direction, both directions, duration, etc.) and also have an on/off switch. They take a tiny amount of power.

These Diplomat models are inexpensive, but far better than more expensive models, for several reasons:

- Rather than the "pillows" that more expensive models tend to use, these use spring-loaded plastic holders. While you may think that pillows are better, they're not for most men—most high-end winders and their pillows are actually too small to securely hold on to today's heavier watches at mens' wrist sizes. The plastic doesn't hurt the watch (it's softer than metal and glass) but the spring-loading mechanism means that even big, heavy watches are secure.

- Many more expensive models have two watches slotted together on a rotating disc. Don't buy these if you're a guy and wear watches over about 36mm big—you'll find that the slots are so close together that the cases of the two watches bang together once every rotation, leaving big ugly scratches and wear patches on your watches. Not a problem with these winders.

- Obvious little thing—many more expensive winders have doors that aren't easy to manage. They're big, heavy, and gravity either holds them closed or holds them open. The doors on these stay in whatever position they're in when you let go, rather than falling to one extreme or the other. This seems a small thing until you have a door fall open *on your watch* and scratch it. Such a simple thing, but once again, the Diplomat winders get it right.

I've had mine running for nearly two years without problems. And the quick insert/remove holders snap in snugly so that watches don't fall all over the place, but make it easy to get watches on and off. The fact that they're spring loaded keeps watches from "banging" due to gravity as they rotate. And the price is right.

And to top it all off they're cheap as dirt and if you keep them well dusted and the windows clean, they make for a great watch display.

Frankly I don't see why you'd spend a whole bunch more.
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odin
5.0 out of 5 stars I’m Super Pleased with This Winder!
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2019
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Day 1, I’m happy with it. I wanted something functional, quiet, and not terribly ugly, but also not big and gaudy like many of the competing brands.

This thing is whisper quiet. I can’t hear it at all, but my hearing isn’t great and the air conditioner is running. If your room is very quiet, you may be able to hear it, but it’s not loud by any stretch. I can’t hear it AT ALL, not even while holding my ear next to it.

Opening the door does not stop it from spinning, so make sure to turn it off before removing your watches, lest you break the mechanism.

The watches turn very slowly. I was surprised. I don’t know why I imagined it would be faster. I’m sure the motor is spinning much faster than the watches, but that RPM gets stepped down with gears to a slower, higher torque rotation to handle potentially heavy watches. Seems well-designed.

I’m using it with two Seiko 5 Automatics. Nothing fancy. I will update the review if it breaks or if there are any issues, so if you don’t see an update here after a year or so, I am either dead or this Diplomat winder is still running strong!
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Dave O.
4.0 out of 5 stars Well made, quiet, best value for the money...
Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2019
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This is my second watch winder from Diplomat. I also purchased the metallic/black model back on July 30, 2014. It has worked perfectly over the years and my automatic watches are kept wound with accurate time. The new winder is even better than the previous model purchased over 5 years ago. Diplomat has improved the motors on the new model and it is now much more quiet. I can barely hear the motors in the new model compared to the old model. The motors turns slightly slower in the new model. The new model also keeps my automatic watches wound with precision accurate time--my automatic watch collection includes brands by Rolex, TAG Heuer, Invicta, and Stauer--with watch sizes from 38mm to 46mm-- and all of them are keeping amazingly accurate time. There are 4 different Time Rotation Modes. I recommend Mode D which sets the winding function at rotating 1 hour and rest for 3 hours. This setting seems to keep the best overall winding of all my different brand automatic watches. The Diplomat watch winders are durable and well made of molded plastic. You will need to plug in the adapter for the winder since this model does not have a separate battery supply. The Diplomat winder has two perfectly clear windows and is easy to mount, insert, and remove my watches yet it holds the watches very securely in the winder. These winders are not very elegant compared to some of the more expensive winders made of wood but this watch winder is the best value for under $50.
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Alvo
5.0 out of 5 stars WORKS GREAT AND WORKS QUIETLY
Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2018
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This winder works great. It keeps my automatic watches running without me having to wind them up. I have used it for 50mm watches and it appears that 52mm will fit fine as well.

There is very little noise when the winder is rotating. I have it my bedroom and it does not distract nor bother me. In fact the low hum of my ceiling fan drowns it out.

At first the setting I had it on did not provide enough rotations per day. I simply adjusted the switch on the back to increase the daily rotations and I have not had any problems since. There are 4 settings on the back for varying rotations per day that are described in the accompanying manual. You can also set it to rotate clockwise and counter clockwise or automatic.

I do wish that it was stackable to save the ever increasingly precious table top space but that's just me.

The winder looks great and does what it says it will do. What more can a consumer ask for?
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M.
5.0 out of 5 stars Works and it's quiet.
Reviewed in Canada on January 24, 2021
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I got mine as a warehouse deal and it works well. I have it on the 30 minutes on/three hours off schedule and it suits my watches just fine. It's pretty quiet, it's in my bedroom and I'll notice it if it comes on while I'm trying to sleep. It doesn't prevent me from sleeping or wake me up though. My furnace makes more noise than this watch winder.

At 50 bucks it was a decent buy, I can't see myself spending 90 though. If I see another one for 50 I'll pick it up as I have two more automatic watches I'd like to keep ticking.
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M.
5.0 out of 5 stars Works and it's quiet.
Reviewed in Canada on January 24, 2021
I got mine as a warehouse deal and it works well. I have it on the 30 minutes on/three hours off schedule and it suits my watches just fine. It's pretty quiet, it's in my bedroom and I'll notice it if it comes on while I'm trying to sleep. It doesn't prevent me from sleeping or wake me up though. My furnace makes more noise than this watch winder.

At 50 bucks it was a decent buy, I can't see myself spending 90 though. If I see another one for 50 I'll pick it up as I have two more automatic watches I'd like to keep ticking.
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Peter Fodor Kepes
5.0 out of 5 stars muy bueno
Reviewed in Mexico on August 13, 2018
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cumplio con mis expectativas, trabaja bien , llego dentro del tiempo prometido, buen servicio, ningun inconveniente, no tengo queja ni reclamo alguno
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H. Leong
5.0 out of 5 stars Good buy!
Reviewed in Singapore on October 11, 2020
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Received the item in good order and have no complaints regarding it. Motor is silent and won’t hesitate to reorder should the need arise.
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Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Quality and Durability
Reviewed in Canada on November 15, 2020
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Delivery was supper fast, even Supper man can't do faster, perfect.
I have the same one from before from Amazon, worked every day for long, long, very long time. Only the 2 little rubber band start to crack and start to slippin. Thats way I ordered the same one. Its wort every penny. Even with the two new rubber band to install still gonna going and going.
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Benjamin Gomez Moreno
5.0 out of 5 stars Relación calidad y precio
Reviewed in Mexico on July 26, 2017
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El producto es bueno, no hace ruido y tiene diferentes tipos de rotación, en relación al precio creo que es buena opción. Ya no tengo que estar actualizando la fecha en mis Relojes.
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