Best Watch Winder for Chronoswiss | Tempus
Chronoswiss is the great independent of modern mechanical watchmaking. Founded in Munich in 1983 by Gerd-Rüdiger Lang — at the height of the quartz crisis, when almost nobody was starting mechanical brands — it became famous for the Regulateur dial layout, coin-edge cases and oversized onion crowns, all nods to classic marine chronometers.
Chronoswiss watches are deliberately anachronistic in the best way: mechanical, hand-finished, and built around the Regulateur's separated hours, minutes and seconds. A winder keeps that mechanical theatre running — the regulator hands sweeping, the watch ready — rather than stopped mid-performance in a drawer.
Chronoswiss TPD Requirements
Chronoswiss settings split two ways in our database. The Timemaster Automatique, Kairos, Lunar Triple Date and most three-hand models run at 650 TPD bi-directional. The Regulateur Automatique, the chronograph families and most complications prefer 800 TPD — clockwise for the chronographs, bi-directional for some references.
| Model | Recommended Setting |
|---|---|
| Chronoswiss Timemaster Automatique | 650 TPD, bi-directional |
| Chronoswiss Regulateur Automatique | 800 TPD, clockwise |
| Chronoswiss Lunar Chronograph | 800 TPD, clockwise |
| Chronoswiss Kairos | 650 TPD, bi-directional |
Tap any model above for its full settings page, including movement reference and setup advice.
What to Look for in a Winder for Chronoswiss
Look for a winder covering both 650 TPD bi-directional and 800 TPD clockwise — the two camps of the Chronoswiss range. The signature onion crown is large and easy to grip, but choose a holder that clears it comfortably; Tempus holders accommodate oversized crowns without pressure on the stem.
Beyond the numbers, the fundamentals still apply: whisper-quiet operation so the winder can live in a bedroom, a secure holder that grips without marking the coin-edge case, and a rest cycle that lets the movement pause naturally. Every Tempus winder is built around these, with quiet Japanese and German motors, programmable TPD, three winding directions and a 3-year warranty as standard.
Two Tempus Winders for Chronoswiss Owners
- Tempus 6 Touch Screen (£746.00) — six rotors for a Regulateur-led collection, each independently set.
- Tempus 12 Biometric (£2,096.00) — fingerprint-secured room for a serious Chronoswiss rotation.
Why Chronoswiss Owners Bother With a Winder
A Regulateur with its separated time displays is a watch you read differently — and a stopped one needs its hours, minutes and seconds re-set independently. A winder keeps it running and correct, so the regulator layout is always legible at a glance. For the chronograph models, the benefit is the same as any complication: ready to time, never needing a reset ritual first.
Single vs Multi-Watch for Chronoswiss
One Chronoswiss worn regularly? A single winder keeps it ready between wears. But Regulateur collectors tend to own several — different dial colours, different complications — and a multi-watch unit keeps the whole set running. Since the range splits between 650 and 800 TPD, independent per-rotor settings are worth having.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Chronoswiss watches need a watch winder?
No automatic watch needs a winder — but without one, your Chronoswiss will run down after a couple of days off the wrist, and Regulateur displays need careful re-setting. A winder keeps it ready to wear.
What TPD setting does a Chronoswiss need?
Three-hand models (Timemaster Automatique, Kairos): 650 TPD bi-directional. Regulateur and chronograph models: 800 TPD, usually clockwise. Use the table above as your starting point.
What happens if the TPD setting is wrong?
Nothing dramatic. Modern automatics have a slipping mainspring that prevents overwinding, so an incorrect setting cannot damage the movement — the watch simply may not stay fully wound.
What warranty do Tempus winders carry?
Every Tempus watch winder includes a 3-year warranty. Tempus can also repair any Tempus-brand winder even after the warranty period has ended.
For model-specific settings, see our TPD settings guide.
What TPD setting does a Chronoswiss Regulateur need?
The Chronoswiss Regulateur Automatique needs 800 TPD clockwise. Set your Tempus winder to 800 TPD clockwise and the regulator will stay fully wound.
What TPD does a Chronoswiss Timemaster need?
The Chronoswiss Timemaster Automatique needs 650 TPD bi-directional. The Timemaster chronographs need 800 TPD clockwise — check whether yours is the three-hand or chrono version.
Can I wind a Regulateur and a Kairos together?
Yes, but on different settings — the Regulateur wants 800 TPD clockwise while the Kairos wants 650 TPD bi-directional. Use a multi-watch Tempus winder with independent per-rotor programming.
Will a winder damage my Chronoswiss?
No. Modern Chronoswiss movements have a slipping mainspring that prevents overwinding. A quality winder simply keeps your Chronoswiss wound and ready. All Tempus winders use quiet Japanese and German motors and come with a 3-year warranty.
What's the best Tempus winder for a Chronoswiss collection?
A multi-watch Tempus winder with independent per-rotor settings, since the range spans 650 and 800 TPD. The 6-watch touch-screen unit suits a Regulateur-led collection; the biometric 12 covers the serious accumulator.