Best Watch Winder for Louis Erard | Tempus
Louis Erard is a Swiss maison from Le Noirmont in the Jura, founded in 1931, that has earned a reputation for delivering genuine Swiss watchmaking at remarkably accessible prices. The entry-level 1931 collection — named for the founding year — brings automatic movements and classic styling to a price point few Swiss brands touch, while the Excellence line and the famous artistic collaborations with independent designers and watchmakers push into more expressive territory.
Whether you own a straightforward 1931 Heritage automatic or one of the brand's regulator and moonphase pieces, every Louis Erard is a mechanical watch that rewards consistent winding. The chronographs in the 1931 range deserve a note: like most Valjoux- and Sellita-based chronographs, they prefer a higher turn count than the brand's three-hand automatics.
Louis Erard TPD Requirements
The 1931 Chrono models wind best at 800 TPD clockwise, while the brand's three-hand automatics — including the Heritage and Moon Phase references — are happy at 650 TPD bidirectional. Check the table below for your model.
| Model | Recommended Setting | Winding Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Louis Erard 1931 Chrono 39mm | 800 TPD | Clockwise |
| Louis Erard 1931 Chrono 44mm | 800 TPD | Clockwise |
| Louis Erard 1931 Dualtie | 650 TPD | Bi-directional |
| Louis Erard 1931 Heritage Automatic | 650 TPD | Bi-directional |
| Louis Erard 1931 Moon Phase | 650 TPD | Bi-directional |
Tap any linked model above for its full settings page, including setup advice.
What to Look for in a Winder for Louis Erard
Because Louis Erard ownership spans 650 TPD bidirectional automatics and 800 TPD clockwise chronographs, a winder with independently programmable rotors is ideal — especially if you own both. Whisper-quiet operation, a secure holder that will not mark the case, and a power-reserve-friendly rotation pattern matter just as much. Every Tempus winder covers these, with programmable TPD, three winding directions and a 3-year warranty as standard.
Two Tempus Winders for Louis Erard Owners
- Tempus 4 Touch Screen (£746) — four-rotor touch screen unit with independent settings.
- Tempus 6 Touch Screen (£971) — six-rotor touch screen unit for a growing rotation.
Single vs Multi-Watch for Louis Erard
Louis Erard collectors tend to accumulate: a 1931 automatic for daily wear, a chronograph for weekends, perhaps one of the artistic collaboration pieces. If that sounds like you, a 4- or 6-watch unit with independent settings lets each rotor run its own TPD — 800 clockwise for the chrono, 650 bidirectional for the rest — all on one power supply and one footprint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Louis Erard watches need a watch winder?
No automatic watch needs a winder — but without one, your Louis Erard will run down after a couple of days off the wrist, and you will be resetting the time, date and any moonphase or regulator display. A winder keeps it ready to wear.
What TPD setting does a Louis Erard 1931 Chrono 39mm need?
The Louis Erard 1931 Chrono 39mm needs 800 TPD clockwise. Set your Tempus winder to 800 TPD in clockwise mode.
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. Use the table above as your starting point.
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.
Do Louis Erard watches need a watch winder?
No automatic watch needs a winder, but without one your Louis Erard will run down after a couple of days off the wrist and you will be resetting the time, date and any moonphase or regulator display. A winder keeps it ready to wear.
What TPD setting does a Louis Erard 1931 Chrono 39mm need?
The Louis Erard 1931 Chrono 39mm needs 800 TPD clockwise. Set your Tempus winder to 800 TPD in clockwise mode and the chronograph will stay fully wound.
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.