Pilot's Watch Mark XX Watch Winder Settings | Tempus

Own a IWC Pilot's Watch Mark XX? IWC's definitive pilot's watch with 5-day power reserve. An automatic watch like this deserves to be kept running when it is off the wrist — and that means choosing the correct TPD and winding direction on your winder.

We have pulled together the recommended settings for the Pilot's Watch Mark XX below, along with Tempus winder suggestions to keep it in peak condition.

Recommended Winder Settings

Setting	Value
Turns per day (TPD)	800
Winding direction	Bidirectional
Movement	Calibre 32111
Reference	IW328201

Setting Up Your Tempus Winder

Select 800 TPD and bidirectional rotation on the winder's control panel — on touch-screen Tempus models this takes seconds. Place the Pilot's Watch Mark XX on the holder, close the lid, and let it run. Check after 48 hours: if the watch is running accurately and holding its reserve, the setting is right. Tempus winders run whisper-quiet, so a bedroom or study placement works well.

Tempus Winders for the Pilot's Watch Mark XX

Any Tempus winder with programmable TPD will handle these settings. Three solid picks:

Tempus 6 Biometric (£1,121) — programmable TPD, bidirectional mode supported, 3-year warranty included.
Tempus 9 Touch Screen (£1,121) — programmable TPD, bidirectional mode supported, 3-year warranty included.
Tempus 12 Biometric (£2,096) — programmable TPD, bidirectional mode supported, 3-year warranty included.

Frequently Asked Questions

What TPD does the IWC Pilot's Watch Mark XX need?

The recommended setting is 800 turns per day, bidirectional. Most Tempus winders cover this range with programmable TPD steps.

Which winding direction for the Pilot's Watch Mark XX?

Bidirectional rotation. Tempus winders offer clockwise, counter-clockwise and bidirectional modes, so this is covered.

Can I leave my Pilot's Watch Mark XX on a winder all the time?

Yes. Modern automatic movements have a slipping mainspring that prevents overwinding, so continuous gentle rotation is safe. An incorrect TPD setting will not damage the watch — at worst it simply will not stay fully wound.

Does Tempus offer a warranty on winders?

Every Tempus watch winder carries a 3-year warranty, and Tempus can repair any Tempus-brand winder even once the warranty has expired.

Looking for another model? Browse the full Tempus TPD settings guide.

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