Submariner Date Watch Winder Settings | Tempus

The Rolex Submariner Date is rolex's legendary dive watch, the benchmark luxury sports watch since 1953. Keeping it on a watch winder means it is always ready to wear — no resetting the time, date or complications. But the winder has to be set correctly: the right number of turns per day (TPD) and the right winding direction for its movement.

Below are the recommended winder settings for the Rolex Submariner Date, plus which Tempus winders pair well with it.

Recommended Winder Settings

Setting	Value
Turns per day (TPD)	650
Winding direction	Bidirectional
Movement	Calibre 3235
Reference	126610LN

Setting Up Your Tempus Winder

Select 650 TPD and bidirectional rotation on the winder's control panel — on touch-screen Tempus models this takes seconds. Place the Submariner Date 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 Submariner Date

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

Tempus Single with Remote Control (£296) — programmable TPD, bidirectional mode supported, 3-year warranty included.
Tempus 2 Touch Screen (£371) — programmable TPD, bidirectional mode supported, 3-year warranty included.
Tempus 2 Biometric (£446) — programmable TPD, bidirectional mode supported, 3-year warranty included.

Frequently Asked Questions

What TPD does the Rolex Submariner Date need?

The recommended setting is 650 turns per day, bidirectional. Most Tempus winders cover this range with programmable TPD steps.

Which winding direction for the Submariner Date?

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

Can I leave my Submariner Date 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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