Oil Baron // Red Planet

Part of the Onyx collection, the base of this Oil Baron model is made of natural sardonyx. The predominantly red hues, with notes of gold and white, give it the appearance of the surface of Mars. This blend and swirl of colors is totally unique to the onyx slate, ensuring a one-of-a-kind piece with none other exactly like it. As for the derrick mechanism, the luxurious scarlet matte finish is achieved with a light bead blast of bare aluminum prior to anodizing.

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.