22 March 2009

Orbita Bergamo Watch Winder


Orbita Bergamo Watch Winder for The Collectors Choice = $38,000

Orbita Bergamo Watch Winder new "disappearing" watchwinder. Keep up to 40 automatic watches fully wound, either on display or completely hidden from view. The Italian-made inlaid and veneered cabinet houses a remote controlled motorized lift mechanism that raises or lowers the watch winder module on command. A keyed security lock is provided to prevent access by unauthorized persons.

When in the lowered position, both the watches and the orbita watch winders mechanism are totally concealed and the casual observer only sees a beautifully detailed piece of furniture. Even when the front doors are opened, while the storage area is exposed there is no hint of the watches stored behind as they are concealed behind a false mirrored panel. Two waist-level, ball-bearing mounted storage drawers are also provided for paperwork and personal items.

Access to all internal mechanisms is from the front of the cabinet. Forty Swiss-designed ironless core motors power the 40 winding stations. Unlike other watchwinder manufacturers who utilize a single motor to drive two, three or even four watches together, ORBITA winders are built with each drive station being fitted with its own motor and controlled by its own microprocessor. Consequently, each watch station can be individually programmed for the winding requirements of a specific watch with specific settings for turns per day, winding direction and auto reversing ( if required ).

The lift mechanism is designed to provide long, trouble-free operation. The lift action can be actuated with a wireless remote transmitter or by an easily accessible manual switch. Locking the remote control in the storage areaThe front door locks disable the lift while power is maintained to the winder motors. This feature prevents passersby from operating the unit without permission. A hinged arrangement on the top panels of the winder provides safety "breakaway" protection in the event that "inquisitive fingers" are not withdrawn as the lift unit descends into the closed position.

Owners of fine automatic watches can be confident that their watches will remain fully wound, ready to wear and properly "exercised" without any concerns about over-winding. The Italian-made cabinet is available in Madrona Burl, Mahogany Parquet or Rosewood veneers with decorative inlays of brass and pear wood. The Bergamo 40 is available with either solid wood doors or wood door panels with glass panels as desired. For more information visit the authorized dealer for the Orbita Bergamo Watch Winder.

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