Best Watch Winder for Concord | Tempus
Concord traces its roots to 1908, when master watchmaker Louis Bueche opened his workshop in Biel/Bienne, Switzerland. For well over a century the brand has built Swiss-made watches, and since 1970 it has been part of the Movado Group. Today Concord is best known for the C1 line — bold, oversized sports watches launched in the mid-2000s that still define the brand’s identity.
Whether you own a C1 chronograph, an Impresario or a classic Mariner, keeping it on a watch winder means it is wound, accurate and ready to wear. Concord movements have their own preferences for turns per day and winding direction, and matching them keeps your watch at a full power reserve.
Concord TPD Requirements
Concord’s C1 chronographs generally want 800 TPD clockwise, while many C1 time-and-date models and the Impresario line settle at 650 TPD bidirectional. Getting the direction right matters as much as the count — check the table for your model.
| Model | Recommended Setting |
|---|---|
| Concord C1 Chronograph | 800 TPD, clockwise |
| Concord C1 Big Date | 650 TPD, bidirectional |
| Concord C1 Worldtimer | 650 TPD, bidirectional |
| Concord Impresario GMT | 650 TPD, bidirectional |
| Concord Saratoga Chrono Dual Time | 800 TPD, clockwise |
Tap any linked model above for its full settings page, including setup advice.
What to Look for in a Winder for Concord
A winder with programmable TPD up to 800 and both clockwise and bidirectional modes — essential, since Concord models split between the two. If you rotate several C1s, a multi-watch unit with independent settings lets you run clockwise chronographs and bidirectional dress models side by side.
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 strap or bracelet, and a rotation pattern that respects the power reserve. Every Tempus winder is built around these, with programmable TPD, three winding directions and a 3-year warranty as standard.
Three Tempus Winders for Concord Owners
- Tempus 4 Biometric (£971) — fingerprint security makes it a natural home for a valuable Concord rotation.
- Tempus 2 Touch Screen (£371) — an accessible entry point for a two-watch Concord collection.
- Tempus 8 Winder Safe (£1,495) — fingerprint, PIN or key entry for owners who value security as well as winding.
Why Concord Owners Bother With a Winder
A C1 Big Date or Impresario GMT has date and world-time displays that need resetting every time the watch stops. On a chunky C1, pulling the crown to reset a worldtimer is a fiddly job you will not miss. A winder keeps the watch running so every display stays correct — and for C1 chronograph owners, the counters and date are always where they should be.
Single vs Multi-Watch for Concord
One Concord on the wrist daily? A single winder keeps your second watch ready. But C1 collectors tend to accumulate — the line spans bold sports models and dressier Impresario references — and a 4- or 6-watch unit keeps the whole rotation wound from one footprint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Concord watches need a watch winder?
No automatic watch needs a winder — but a Concord left off the wrist will run down within a couple of days, leaving you to reset the time, date and any complications. A winder keeps it ready to grab and go.
What TPD do most Concord watches use?
Most split between 800 TPD clockwise for C1 chronographs and 650 TPD bidirectional for C1 time-and-date models and the Impresario line. 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 Concord C1 Chronograph need?
The Concord C1 Chronograph needs 800 TPD clockwise. Set your Tempus winder to 800 TPD in clockwise mode and your C1 Chronograph will stay perfectly wound.
Does a Concord Impresario GMT need a watch winder?
If you do not wear it daily, yes. The Impresario GMT needs 650 TPD bi-directional, and a winder keeps the second time zone display correct so the watch is always ready to travel.
Can I wind Concord models with different settings together?
Yes — on a multi-watch Tempus winder with independent rotor settings. Run the C1 chronographs at 800 TPD clockwise and the Impresario models at 650 TPD bi-directional in the same cabinet.
Will a winder damage my Concord?
No. Modern Concord movements have a slipping mainspring that prevents overwinding. A quality winder simply keeps your Concord wound and ready. All Tempus winders use quiet Japanese and German motors and carry a 3-year warranty.
What's the best Tempus winder for a Concord collection?
For one or two watches, a single or double winder covers you. For a growing C1 collection with mixed clockwise and bi-directional requirements, a 4, 6 or 8-watch unit with independent settings keeps everything wound from one footprint.