(Part 3) Best watch accessories according to redditors

Yes, I'll be the first to admit that I spotted this combination on /r/frugalmalefashion. But I see nothing wrong with that, it's just a great look and a quality piece that I paid just under $100 for. This is an opportunity any broke post-grad watch lover will jump at. I was blown away at how much it matched what I was looking for in a chronograph, while somehow being just within my price range. The complex, yet still understated face, with the nicely trimmed tachymeter, mixed with the color offset of the brown leather, just sealed the deal for me. Call me a copy-cat, I'll still wear this watch proudly.

EDIT: For those wondering the exact model, it's an EF-503D-7AVDF, and I got it from an eBay vendor based in South Korea for about $80. Took about three and a half weeks to arrive, but it was worth the wait. The strap is a basic 20mm Timex oiled leather band. A little cheap looking, but it'll do until I can justify forking up $30+ for a strip of leather.

$115 on amazon
Edit: link below


https://www.amazon.com/WOLF-4584029-Windsor-Piece-Watch/dp/B00WMGSCXM/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=wolf%2Bwindsor%2Bwatch%2Bbox&qid=1564914002&s=gateway&sprefix=wolf%2Bwindsor%2B&sr=8-4&th=1&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/SURMOS-fitness-Charging-Bracelet-Chargers/dp/B01CJNLBYY

Winds the watch.


Here's a smaller one if you have just one watch. You can pop it in there when not in use and it spins the watch around. Keeps it wound.


http://www.amazon.com/Versa-Automatic-Single-Watch-Winder/dp/B005VI37NS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1405998557&sr=8-1&keywords=mechanical+watch+winder

Hey guys! Here’s the link for the watch box!

JQUEEN Six Watch Winders 7 Storages with Three Quiet Mabuchi Motors https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LN8VLD2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_zE11CbTXJJ5VE

It was a bday gift from the parents. From reading, I learned to not always keep the winder running - risking overwinding the watches, but it’s super swagalicious when you got it spinning and a fine lady finds herself in your room for a glass of Cabernet.

My buddy got me the Artwork but I got Alfred off amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014QWA084/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I went looking and found it on Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/Motif-Various-Figures-Watch-Stand/dp/B014QWA084

i've been downsizing my collection so i no longer need a watch box with 10 slots.

i bought this October 2019. because i never really moved the box after purchasing it, it is in excellent condition 9.7/10.

amazon is selling this exact model for $125. i am asking for $70 + shipping (USA only).

please feel free to ask any questions. i am also happy to take more pics, facetime/skype, or meet face to face if you live near Baltimore, MD (drinks are on me!).

pics/timestamp

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AFRS1BM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_8AwM1yxhLLaHw

Your wrists.

But [this one] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00N6W0ZU4/ref=s9_simh_gw_g241_i2_r?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=desktop-4&pf_rd_r=00XBM5C2CA6W9FDK7RXG&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=2090149782&pf_rd_i=desktop) doesn't seem too bad. Good reviews, 20 bucks more than 100 and it's got 4 watches with space to hold more.

[This one] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004BAAEZ6/ref=s9_simh_gw_g241_i7_r?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=desktop-4&pf_rd_r=00XBM5C2CA6W9FDK7RXG&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=2090149782&pf_rd_i=desktop) is cheaper, but for the two watch capacity you were asking for.

Some more:

[Here] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014CD1RPW/ref=s9_simh_gw_g241_i12_r?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=desktop-4&pf_rd_r=00XBM5C2CA6W9FDK7RXG&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=2090149782&pf_rd_i=desktop)


[Here] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0075ED95C/ref=s9_simh_gw_g241_i11_r?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=desktop-4&pf_rd_r=00XBM5C2CA6W9FDK7RXG&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=2090149782&pf_rd_i=desktop)


[Here] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ES147UG/ref=s9_simh_gw_g241_i13_r?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=desktop-4&pf_rd_r=00XBM5C2CA6W9FDK7RXG&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=2090149782&pf_rd_i=desktop)


[This one looks nice] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005P1C55W/ref=s9_simh_gw_g241_i14_r?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=desktop-4&pf_rd_r=00XBM5C2CA6W9FDK7RXG&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=2090149782&pf_rd_i=desktop)

Thanks. Here is the link to the watch box: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B002PO5WVQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_11?qid=1464918475&sr=8-11&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=watch+box

Not OP, but I believe this is the winder pictured. There is also a 2 winder variation available.

Hello all!

Welcome to my Wolf Watch Box Blowout! Up for sale today are 4 Wolf Windsor Watch Boxes. All coming to you at a significant discount over retail. These boxes are brand new in box. They have all original packaging and keys. They even have those little packs of branded silica gel.

Timetamp: https://imgur.com/a/lxD4XzZ

Here are all the details.

1. Wolf Windsor Watch Box, 15 Slot, Black & Purple - $125 SOLD
   Images: https://imgur.com/a/2qkq1Eu
   Need more space? This box has you covered. It will fit your entire Rolex Submariner collection. Chrome finished hardware, locking glass cover, and smooth vegan leather. Direct from Wolf you’d pay $219 and $180 on Amazon. I’m letting this one go for $125.
   
2. Wolf Windsor Watch Box, 10 Slot with Drawer, Black & Purple - $125 SOLD
   Images: https://imgur.com/a/u7MSDKz
   This box comes with a convenient drawer to hide all of your gold Krugerrands. Chrome finished hardware, locking glass cover, and smooth vegan leather. Direct from Wolf you’d pay $235 and $189 on Amazon. I’m letting this one go for $125.
   
3. Wolf Windsor Watch Box, 10 Slot, Black & Purple - $85 SOLD
   Images: https://imgur.com/a/HoHPdT6
   Chrome finished hardware, locking glass cover, and smooth vegan leather. Won’t clash with your collection of blue Seiko Alpinists. Direct from Wolf you’d pay $159 and $105 on Amazon. I’m letting this one go for $85.
   
4. Wolf Windsor Watch Box, 10 Slot, Black - $85 SOLD
   Images: https://imgur.com/a/GThQX9e
   Chrome finished hardware, locking glass cover, and smooth vegan leather. Dead sexy. Direct from Wolf you’d pay $159 and $110 on Amazon. I’m letting this one go for $85.
   
   All prices include shipping to CONUS. I’m not looking to ship internationally at the moment. I just think it would be too cost prohibitive for the size of each box.
   
   PayPal or Venmo accepted.
   
   I’ve been buying and selling on watchexchange for a while. I have a little feedback here: https://www.reddit.com/r/WatchExchangeFeedback/search/?q=kingofthecode&restrict_sr=1. I’d be happy to talk with you if you have questions.
   
   Thank you!

here you go

We got the [Yosoo 360 piece spring kit] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00ZFNRZRI) and a spring bar from Michaels. There's also this one which might work as well : https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B011947OY0/

For whatever reason it seems like getting a variety of sizes is cheaper than getting the exact size you need.

Sure thing...

HAOBAIMEI 168 PCS Watch Repair... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075LM4332?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Zacro Watch Press Set, Watch Back... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073PW85HS?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Keeping the bracelet fitting and battery changing in mind, I’ll link to this one: https://www.amazon.com/Vastar-Repair-Watch-Professional-Carrying/dp/B07H8D23L6/

Basically this one has no tools that you wouldn’t use, eventually. If you get a different kit, well, look at this as a shopping list or a point of comparison.

They’re all cheap tools, and I’d be careful about slipping when using the three-point screw-down caseback tool (which is probably very wobbly and prone to slipping and scratching the watch).

Thanks! It's a Wolf Windsor box. Has a built-in drawer which is handy for straps, links, etc. Super high quality for the money. Would highly recommend!

I bought all my materials from Amazon and I've done about 3 Mods.

Heres a little documentation of my 1st one.

Seiko 5 Mod; PAM Cali Dial & Sword Hands & some more photos

Some things that I suggest you get before starting.

• Magnifier Opposed to a Loupe this works well and is rather convenient with 3 magnifications
  
  
• Precision Tweezers You need, need this. Seriously
  
  
• Crystal Press Self explanatory
  
  
• Dust Blower Often times you get dust on your dial while it sits, so get this to get rid of it
  
  
• Hand Press I don't particularly like the hand remover included but it does the job just fine
  
  
• Cushioned Holder I used this to hold the movement taking it out of the case
  
  
• Silicone Grease Used to grease the gaskets for increased water resistance
  
  
• Caseback Ball One of the best things you can get to be honest, it removes most casebacks
  
  
• Movement Holder To uhh, hold the movement
  
  
• Precision Screwdrivers You need this to unscrew the movement from the holders, also good tool to use for when you take apart movements to learn
  
  
• Hypo Cement Used this for bezel attachments for when you change em up
  
  Let me know if you've any questions, I'd be willing to help you out and answer them to the best of my ability :)
  
  Cheers!

Watch Demagnetizer, Watch Repair Screwdriver Tweezers, Mechanical/Quartz Watch Electrical Demagnetise Demagnetizer Tools XCQ01 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H9YC4DJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_m4KoDb61SW3DV

JQUEEN Six Watch Winders 7... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LN8VLD2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

It's a charger for the TW64 Smartband.

From what I can tell there are multiple brands for the TW64 band, but they all most come from the same chinese manufacturer most likely, so I could see this fitting all of them.

A good place to get started is by watching videos on YouTube. There are several 25+ minute long videos of people disassembling, servicing, and reassembling pocket watches. Once you have watched some videos, then you can start google searching about watch repair for more information. Things such as how to properly oil a watch. The names of different components, how to put a watch "in beat", etc. The message boards at NAWCC.com are a GREAT help. Read, read, read. Study. If after you do this and still want to get into the hobby then read further. I have to note that you must be mechanically adept to do this. You'll need to be able to observe a mechanism and deduce exactly how it works. This is how you solve a problem that a timepiece may have.

Honestly, a lot of the "Getting started" guides out there recommend spending thousands of dollars on tools. 30 dollars for one single screwdriver, 300 dollars for this, that, etc. If you're wealthy, then go for it! The expensive tools are great, but it's not necessary to service movements that are worth less than a couple hundred bucks for hobby. I'm very financially poor, so I had to shop around for the least expensive tools I could find. Here are some of the tools I use. I did purchase them from amazon. You won't be able to do all repairs with these tools. There are repairs that will be a bit out of reach, such as balance staff replacement and component fabrications.

1)Screwdriver set. I get a ton of use out of these. They're Chinese made, but they work perfectly fine. Definitely a must.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JPXW0N8/

2) Magnifying eyeglasses. LED illuminated. I cannot live without mine, it really works great and takes regular AAA batteries. Human hands are capable of very fine motor movements, what limits us is our eyes. Watchmaking requires steady hands, and for that you'll need to see up close.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003UCODIA/

3)Movement holder. This is self explanatory.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005URKGDO/

4)Brass tweezers. You will need these to insert screws for installation, various pins, etc. Brass is a softer metal, and thus makes it less prone to scratch/damage steel parts such as the threads of screws. Learning to use tweezers can be quite difficult at first. You need to be very light fingered with them. Too much pressure, and your teeny tiny screw/pin/jewel will go flying across the room never to be seen again. Too little pressure, and you will drop the component. It takes practice.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000RB7C5I/

5)Hand remover. Self explanatory.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I02NW82/

6)Watch oil. I use this Liberty brand oil. Seems to do the job just fine, and it's affordable.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CM19L5K/

7) Dremel. Harbor Freight sells a knockoff brand dremel for something like 10 bucks. It comes with several attachments. I mostly use mine for buffing cases.

8) Jewelry pliers. They sell these in craft stores and such. Basically a pair of needle nose pliers without teeth on them, they just have smooth round points. These come in handy for removing pins and canon pinions and such that the brass tweezers cannot remove.

9) Several clean cotton cloths. I buy mine at the automotive department in walmart.

10) Goof-Off cleaning solution and a toothbrush. Goof-Off contains a mixture of acetone and xylene. This works great for removing old oil, gunk, and dirt.

11) Toothpicks and a sharp knife. Wood toothpicks work great for pegging/cleaning out jewels and pivots. Sharpen the tip of a toothpick, insert it in said jewel, spin it around a bit, it'll come out gray. Then clean with the chemical solution.

Now you'll want a watch or two to work on. I highly recommend sticking with an 18 size or 16 size movement at first. Larger parts and such makes it easier. You'll be able to find them on eBay. Generally I can find good size 18 movements for 30 to 50 dollars. Sometimes it's a good idea to buy a watch that already runs, but needs fully disassembled and cleaned. That 1898 Hampden 18s 11j in my photo album? I paid $30 for it in an eBay auction. It needed fully disassembled, cleaned, lubricated, mainspring replacement, and the balance put in beat. I knew that if it had a problem which I could not cheaply repair then I could simply resell it and get my $30 or more back. Often times you'll be able to buy entire lots of uncased scrap movements for less than 50 dollars. Having a lot of scrap parts movements around comes very much in handy. Stay away from watches with broken balance staffs for now. If you buy a broken watch that cannot be repaired cheaply, simply resell it on eBay.

Take A LOT of photos while you tear down a watch! Before you start removing screws, take photos on your cell phone. This will help immensely with reassembly.

That's all I can think of now. Getting a bit sleepy so I'm sure I'll think up some more advice tomorrow. I hope watchmaking is still enticing to you after watching some youtube videos, it really is a most rewarding hobby.

For the replacement band, try a Nato strap

You may have to buy spring bars separate if you do not still have yours.

I have this watch repair kit, and it has pretty much everything I have ever needed in it. I have removed links for a few people and the spring bar tool is really nice.

It's a $60 winder from Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005P1C55W/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Add in some UV LED's:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D7R1PKQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Some progress shots from the project:
https://imgur.com/gallery/N5OsCt1

This weekend I plan to add some LED's inside the lid of a watch box that I also grabbed from Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077LFRQR2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I'm quite satisfied with the outcome.

photos

Never used, has original key, looking for 115$ shipped in conus. Currently going for 174$ on amazon amazon link

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• The budget approach is a cigar box and some microfiber cloths.
  
  
• A nice valet tray also works. You can find cheap ones on amazon, or you can go to etsy for some nicer leather or wood ones.
  
  
• Some mid-range boxes are this 6-piece Wolf box or this 10-piece one. Note that these use faux leather, but they've held up well (I have one that's over 2 years old, and another that's over a year old). Whatever you do, don't get a box with magnets in the lid or elsewhere. If you search amazon, you can find lots of cheap alternatives.
  
  
• If you really want to go all-out, you can get some nice custom wood boxes on etsy, like these. However, less-expensive options also exist there.
  
  

Thanks! It's not perfect or the most beautifully crafted piece of wood work, but I really like it! I think it's great for the price. I'm sure there are nicer ones out there, but I decided on this one. https://smile.amazon.com/Solid-Light-Organizer-Display-Elegance/dp/B01AFRS1BM/ref=sr_1_19?ie=UTF8&qid=1511223345&sr=8-19&keywords=watch+box

I own a bunch of watches and do adjustments myself. I got a basic watch kit... pretty easy peasy to do a lot of this stuff yourself. Comes with extra springs in many sizes...

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0714DJYLQ

I bought this one, it's kind of janky. However for bracelet sizing, swaps and simple repairs it does the job.

Vastar 151 PCS Watch Repair Kit, Watch Repair Tools Professional Spring Bar Tool Set, Watch Band Link Pin Tool Set with Carrying Case https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H8D23L6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.V4yDb4EHQ1AF

I have one of these and it has worked well for me.

I bought these ones to specifically have my pebble time steel links removed. They worked perfectly.

5 Piece Precision Screwdriver Set for Watch Repair, Watch Bracelet with 5 Extra Blades https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JPXW0N8/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_u7vNwbH0HK36M

I have recently acquired some automatic watches, and I'm really into them. From what I have looked at, winders tend to be ridiculously expensive. I have found this one which isn't too expensive, and seems decent. Anyone who has more experience than me, what do you think? Any other suggestions?

Edit: Fixed link

Edit 2 (even though only one person saw this): found a much cheaper alternative. Will probably buy this if theres no response so I can get the sale (currently $63).

Edit 3: reviews are negative, not sure about that one. If anyone responds, I'm also interested in a watch box that has winders as well as spaces for other watches.

Oh damn, I hadn't seen the kits, thanks for pointing that out man! Would it be a good idea to pick up and extra set of hands before I start?

Also, would this set of tools be enough to get it built, or am I missing some stuff?

Cleaning Rodico

[Tool Kit](
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B075LM4332/ref=sspa_mw_detail_1?i)

Cushion

My girlfriend got me this one for my birthday. It's not real wood finish, and the window is plastic rather than glass, but it looks really nice, and I'm really happy with it for the price. My modest collection

Lurking around here has really made me want a watch again, but I needed to run some things by you guys.

Firstly, I have a really small wrist, and I want a blue watch face. Now my budget is around 200 dollars, so no aqua terras for me, but I found this seiko (thoughts?). My wrist is around 2 inches wide on a good day. Will this be too big? Any other blue watch faces to consider if it's too big?

also, I'd like to replace the bracelet with a brown leather band (Would this one fit?) Is that possible with this watch? Is it difficult to do?

Wolf Designs 4586029 10 Piece Watch Storage Box with Drawer https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002S0NM8M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Fap2CbXCQ3XYD

This Wolf box is nice and ticks all your boxes except price. I have the 5 slot version and it’s well made.

Well, I have one of these type of watch repair kits, so with the right tools it was very, very easy. From the idea to implementation to being back on my wrist and having a photo to share here was all of 35 minutes. The hardest parts were figuring out where the crown stem release was and trying to remember if I had any black nail polish anywhere.

Seriously super easy.

And can I talk more about how much I love this cheap little watch? I got it in December and have been wearing it at least once a week since then and it's been an absolute trooper. Now that I've done this I'm considering other mods -- I have a black datewheel that should fit in there, and I think a domed crystal would look super badass with the stark dial as it is now. The way I see it, if I really mess up bad, I can go back to square one for $15 with 2-day shipping, right?

I think I found a solid on for 30.
amazon link

Gauging interest for a "watch accessories" lot, which will include:

• Used Chiyoda double watch winder from 07/2016 - Great cosmetic condition and works fine. Now sold under the "JQueen" brand. I value it at $60
  
  
  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014CD1RPW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_hXzxzbT5D4M36
  
  
  
  
• Used Chiyoda single watch winder from 06/2016 - Great cosmetic condition and works fine, but noticeably louder than when I bought it. They actually sent me a brand new replacement motor for it but I'm too lazy to install it. The extra motor will be included. I value it at $40
  
  
  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MWTG4RU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_I0zxzbQBRCC71
  
  
  
  
• Used Sinn 20mm x 18mm black leather strap with contrasting stitch & polished buckle - Regular size. Just one notch too long for me so I replaced it with a short one. Has the usual crease from wear. I value it at $50
  
  
  http://www.watchbuys.com/store/pc/Sinn-Strap-20-x-18-Cowhide-Black-White-Stitch-16p430.htm
  
  
  
  
• Used DiModell 18mm x 18mm black Alligator embossed cow leather strap with contrasting stitch & polished buckle. Has the usual crease from wear. I value it at $15 (link is actually the brown version, but mine is black) :
  
  
  https://www.amazon.com/Modell-Chrono-Brown-Alligator-Grain-Leather/dp/B01H44ZO32
  
  
  
  
• Used unbranded 18mm x 16mm brown Alligator embossed cow leather strap with gold-tone buckle. Came with a vintage watch I bought from Japan. Has the usual crease from wear. I value it at $5
  
  
  
• NOS and unused (but no tags) Stylecraft 18mm x 14mm brown buffalo embossed cow leather strap with gold-tone buckle. I value it at $9
  
  
  http://m.ebay.com/itm/132099468691?_mwBanner=1
  
  
  So, including shipping (which will be expensive due to the size & weight of the wood winders), I'm thinking of raffling the whole lot for $190 ($19 x 10 slots?). What do you guys think?

Casio 74243710 Genuine Factory... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00N4GX0X6?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf'm

I'm using these right now on a GA-100.

https://imgur.com/FzHUSlz

I might think about getting something like this to keep it moving 24/7,

https://www.amazon.com/Upgraded-Versa-Automatic-Single-Winder/dp/B005VI37NS/ref=sr_1_1?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1479905492&sr=1-1&nodeID=378532011&keywords=watch+winder

Since I probably wont be wearing it everyday.

Leaning towards this face and replace with this strap.

Why not get a watch winder? I bought one on amazon for 49$ and it works fantastic, and completely silent.

Link: https://www.amazon.com/Upgraded-Versa-Automatic-Single-Winder/dp/B005VI37NS/ref=sr_1_1?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1485367661&sr=1-1&nodeID=378532011&keywords=Watch+winder&refinements=p_72%3A2661618011

I'm about to purchase this one, I'll let you know how it goes!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H8D23L6/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A2CGN80EVS3S24&psc=1

I have this one.

www.amazon.com/dp/B002S0NM8M/

Where do you live?

Universally, you can get it from Amazon, here is the link to the product

Just look for " G-Shock MIL-Shock Adapter"

There are watch boxes for men that hold a few watches and whatever else you like. They are usually not super cheep but they look nice and keep things nice and organized. Look up watch boxes and you should be able to find one for a decent price.

edit: here is one for $50 on Amazon.

Charger for a fitness tracker.

Warning: I'm totally new to this. I need a watch winder, but I'm not sure what kind. My girlfriend bought me two watches that don't have batteries, but are mechanical and need motion to keep going. I guess you might call them automatic? But I can shake them back and forth for a few seconds and they will tick for a minute or so before the little gear stops spinning. I bought a watch winder, but it only spins in one direction, slowly, and doesn't wind them at all. So I'm pretty sure I need a winder that is bidirectional (just goes back and forth), but they all seem to have low Turns Per Day (TPD). I have been looking at getting this winder (Amazon link) since it's bidirectional, but I don't know if that will work for these.

Any information you guys can give me would be great. I'd like to start being able to wear watches that tell the time!

Maybe this box, this box or this box?

Any of them combined with this winder would hold your budget. That winder is generally considered a great winder. Doesn't look to special but does the work it's supposed to do without any hassle.

you could get something like this pretty cheap and have all the spring bars you'd ever need for anything if you dont mind inexpensive: https://www.amazon.com/Ritche-Professional-Stainless-spring-remover/dp/B011947OY0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1496850792&sr=8-1&keywords=spring+bar of you can probably find just the size of spring bar you're looking for on ebay for just a few dollars. example: http://www.ebay.com/itm/4-PCS-Stainless-Steel-Spring-Bar-Pins-Link-For-Watch-Band-Strap-Pick-Size-6-50mm-/171788448606?var=&hash=item27ff63b35e:m:m7Iovqjw5rjG9R4JuExmwyg

You mean like one of these?

WOLF 458603 Windsor 10 Piece Watch Box with Drawer, Black https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00WMGSDM2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_zBJTDbB3H7N0W

Need to demagnetize a SARB035. Would something like this, this, or this work just fine?

look for a titanium watch bezel & band with a sapphire crystal. bullet proof is not cheap - that combo of materials can set you back half a thousand dollars. i'm wearing such a combination now daily for 30 years working at a contracting company, and my watch still looks near new. there are new cheaper ceramic materials that may hold up well, just keep in mind while ceramic is very scratch resistant, it still can shatter - I've done it to a ceramic knife.

true water proof/resistant is also expensive - anything less than 100 meter rating is worthless if you lap swim or shower with a watch on. also whoever services your watch (replace the battery or adjust lubricates gears) has to separately test for water proofing and you may require fresh gaskets every 5 years, so owning a water proof watch over the longer term costs more in labor and service.

bottom line is if all you can afford is $200, you are better off buying a new cheap plastic watch every few years. also you may want to rethink your watch - like you say, you already have the time on your cellphone, so these days your watch should be more about style than function, as it's function is already redundant. i'm often seen wearing a steel bezel sapphire crystal silicon band 100m watch, simply because i enjoy it's styling more than my 30 year old bullet proof watch.

I'm not saying to buy this particular watch, but the combination of features I discussed can be found here; http://www.ebay.com/itm/230749766230 the benefit of a self winder to battery is you only have to open such a watch up every 5-10 years for gasket replacement. if you don't wear the watch often, you can buy a separate winder that basically keeps the watch on time alive while not on your wrist. http://www.amazon.com/Versa-Automatic-Single-Watch-Winder/dp/B005VI37NS again, just an example - i don't own the linked products. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFfrgiLEDPI

Motif. Various Figures Watch Stand (Old Man) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014QWA084/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_0.d3DbACVC3CB

https://www.amazon.com/HAOBAIMEI-Professional-Replacement-Carrying-Instruction/dp/B075LM4332

This is one I had been looking at:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003OQ34S2

Though I think I'll keep looking for one with a rougher texture.

I have this one I found on Amazon.

Versa Quad Watch Winder in Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H9KWSWM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_mYOSzbW8GBDP9

It has everything you were looking for, multiple settings, can hold 4 watches, is decently priced, and is pretty quiet.