Ferris Wheel // Gold

As the tireless automaton works the mechanical crank, turning the wheel over and over, there's a glimpse of the paradox at the core of the Ferris Wheel: simultaneously a celebration of the ceaseless, forward march of history and a link to that most intimate of spaces—personal memory. A remembrance of things past, of time ever regained, and a fitting setting to display your most treasured timepieces.

Rate of Rotation:
There are 24 pre-programmed, adjustable modes. The knob located at the base of the watch winder is used to select a required program. The numbers in the small window at the base show the current rotation rate in Hundred-Turns-per-Day (HTpD). The maximum HTpD is 16, or 1,600 turns-per-day. The typical HTpD setting is between 9 and 11 Continuous ("C") mode is only recommended for display purposes.

Direction of Rotation:
There are two preprogrammed modes: alternate direction of rotation (green LED) and single direction of rotation (amber LED). The mode can be selected by toggling the switch at the base of the watch winder, with the cycle repeating according to the chosen HTpD rate.

Alternate Direction:
Alternate direction of rotation, which rotates the watches in one direction for 3 minutes, rests, and then rotates the watches in the opposite direction for 3 minutes, is the recommended mode because it evenly distributes wear of the watch mechanism.

Single Direction:
Single direction of rotation rotates the watches in one direction for six minutes, rests, and then rotates the watches in the same direction for another six minutes. Some brands are wound by rotation in one direction only. Consulting with the manufacturer of your watch before choosing direction of rotation.