Deepsea TPD & Winder Settings | Swiss Watch Store
Deepsea — Winder Setting Overview
Wondering what TPD to use for the Rolex Deepsea? The answer depends on the calibre inside. The Deepsea runs on the Calibre 3235 calibre. Use the setting below on your watch winder and your Deepsea will be ticking accurately whenever you reach for it.
TPD and Winding Direction
Programme your winder to 650 turns per day and select bidirectional rotation. These are the exact figures the Deepsea is designed to wind at.
Why the Correct Setting Matters
Why does the exact number matter? An automatic watch relies on its mainspring staying charged. The right TPD keeps the power reserve topped up so your Deepsea is running and on time the moment you pick it up — no hand-winding, no resetting, no faff.
Worth knowing: an incorrect TPD won't damage a modern automatic movement, because the slipping mainspring simply can't be overwound. Getting the figure right is about keeping the watch accurate and ready, not about protecting it.
Choosing a Watch Winder for the Deepsea
Any programmable watch winder that offers 650 TPD with bidirectional rotation will suit the Deepsea. If it's the only automatic in your collection, a single-watch winder is the neat choice; collectors with several pieces will get more from a double or quad winder. Browse our watch winder collection to find the right fit — just confirm the winder lets you set TPD and direction individually.
Deepsea Winder FAQs
What's the correct TPD setting for the Deepsea?
Use 650 turns per day — that's the winding rate specified for the Deepsea, and it keeps the power reserve topped up around the clock.
Which winding direction should I use?
Bidirectional rotation is correct for the Deepsea. Avoid clockwise-only or anticlockwise-only programmes, which would only do half the job.
Can I use any watch winder for my Deepsea?
Any programmable automatic watch winder with a 650 TPD bidirectional programme will work. Steer clear of fixed-cycle winders that can't be set to the right figures.