Quality has its price, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be affordable. For proof, just look at Döttling’s new “FocusLine”, the first series from of the Döttling safe manufactory that starts at less than 9,000 euros. This is made possible by the modular design, which, like building blocks, allows you to put together your interior from individual modular boxes. Of course, “FocusLine” provides maximum security for your watches, jewelry, documents, and much more. And in terms of workmanship and aesthetics, it is a genuine Döttling through and through – that is to say, uncompromising.

Döttling offers a variety of options for customization upon request. The basic model, available for as little as 9,000 euros, fulfills VdS/EN class N security requirements, with VdS/EN class 4 also possible upon request. In addition, “FocusLine” offers certified, 60-P class S fire protection. This means that documents inside the safe can withstand one hour in an ambient temperature of 1,090 degrees Celsius (1,994 degrees Fahrenheit). The lock is equipped with an emergency opening function. In the event of a technical defect, for example caused by fire or attempted burglary, the safe can still be opened with the high-security key. This eliminates the need for a costly emergency opening.

The new Döttling modular system comes into play inside the “FocusLine”. The safe can be equipped with individual modular boxes to store documents, jewelry, or watches. For instance, one of these modular boxes can accommodate four watchwinders by the renowned Swiss manufacturer SwissKubiK.

In addition to all of these inner values, here are some details regarding the exterior: The body of the safe is lined with Alcantara, a material familiar from high-quality automotive engineering. The keypad for code entry and the handle are chrome-plated in the basic version, but can also be upgraded for an additional price, for example with gold or ruthenium plating. Döttling clients can put together these and other upgrades individually. The choices include three safe sizes and a large selection of interior and exterior colors. 

We present you our latest review about the Jebely Noble One watchwinder. As Jebely is not that famous we never heard about this brand before. In Taiwan the Jebely watchwinders are made and we have to be honest that our expectations were not that great before we opened the package with the new Jebely Noble One watchwinder. 

Do you like to read more about the Jebely brand and its new Noble One watchwinder? Take a look at our review section. 

In 1936 Jebely was set up by Bienne Rovanta in Switzerland. Since then Jebely did extend their business to Europe, Africa and Asia. Jebely watchwinders is nowadays based in Taiwan, and produces a wide range of different watchwinder models with a modern but also traditional style.

The Jebely watchwinders are relatively unknown, but the brand is very promising. Last year in november we did interview Mr. Liao, responsible for branding and sales. We already noticed a professional way of thinking and a wish to create nice watchwinders with interesting designs.

This review is about the new Jebely Noble One. One of the newest watchwinders of Jebely.

Design

The Jebely Noble One watchwinder does have very modern design with interesting curves! It looks solid, modern and exclusive. The watchwinder is made from stainless steel and thermoplastic. The design demands a solid stainless steel foot to make sure the watchwinder cannot fall. Jebely did a great job as the watchwinder stands solid as a rock.

We really like the design as it’s totally different from other watchwinders. We never have seen such a design. In an office or modern living room it will look great. The matching LCD panel with blue light is a great combination with the modern style.

We believe the Jebely Noble One is a watchwinder suitable consumers who like a modern style but also a compact watchwinder. The watchwinder is compact and can easily be placed on a desk, cabinet or in a safe. The fact that it functions with an adapter and batteries is a big plus.

Originality

The Jebely Noble One has a perfect score in terms of originality. The shape is quite unorthodox and therefore unique. The designers did a great job creating a design which is not what we see so much; a kubic structure. We also like the combination of stainless steel and thermoplastic. It gives the watchwinder a clean look.

We think the Jebely Noble One watchwinder will attract the younger consumer. The design will certainly attract those who want to combine a modern watchwinder with their modern watch. There is no reason to place a classical watch into the Noble One. It won’t match.

Quality

We did test the Jebely Noble One watchwinder for multiple weeks with several different watches. The level of sound/noise is very low, which make the watchwinder ideal to use in a bedroom or in the office when you’re working. The motor and gearbox are of good quality, which is very important as those are the most important parts of the watchwinder.

The LCD panel has a good resolution and is very easy to control. The buttons do feel solid and are of good quality material.

The only remark we have is that the cover is made of thermoplastic. It would be better if it’s made of real glass. It gives the watchwinder more quality and glass is always a perfect combination with stainless steel. On the other hand, glass can be broken easily and is quite expensive in this shape. We understand why Jebely did choose for thermoplastic.

Like most modern watchwinders you can select directions as clockwise, counter clockwise and alternate. Thereby you can select the TPD (turns per day) from 650 to 3000. A perfect range, and therefore the watchwinder is suitable to wind any automatic watch, regardless brand or model.

Finishing

In our opinion this watchwinder is a modern and compact product. The level of detail is high. We noticed this when we opened the packaging. All was looking very professional and just what you expect in this price class. Even batteries are included, which is an advantage. It shows that Jebely also thought about the details.

As said, the watchwinder will look even better with a real glass cover. The finish is good. Materials are solid and do combine great with each other. We like the fact that Jebely put extra effort in creating an original watchwinder.

Conclusion

In this price range there is a lot of competition. The Jebely Noble One is very interesting as it has it own design and modern look. It will attract certainly a younger consumer who is looking for a modern watchwinder to match his/her modern automatic watch. The Jebely Noble One watchwinder is easy to use, offers quality for its money and has fine technique. Important is that the watchwinder is almost silent. With a price of +- 199 USD (incl. VAT/TAX) this watchwinder is very affordable.

Our compliments for Jebely, as they produced a very interesting watchwinder with good looks and solid technique.

The name Underwood has become more known the last years....not because of the Underwood watchwinders but because of the brilliant series House of Cards with Frank Underwood who works his way up to US president. When you Google "Underwood" you won't find the watchwinder brand on the first pages of the search results. Of course when you search for "Underwood watchwinders" you will find the Italian brand instantly.

Last year we did meet Underwood watchwinders in Basel at Baselworld. In a hotel next to Baselworld Underwood presented us their newest products and materials. The welcome was very warm, as we are used to with Italian people. In the field of watchwinders Underwood London is a small player on the market with a focus on the more luxury watchwinders in a higher price level. Not as high as Stockinger or Buben & Zörweg. In our opinion the brand can be compared with Scatola del Tempo, also an Italian watchwinder brand. Their designs, materials and finishing are comparable. The fact that both brands do love to work with natural materials as leather is reflected in their watchwinder collections. Where Scatola del Tempo has a bigger range of single watchwinders, does Underwood London have a more interesting collection of bigger watchwinders for more automatic watches.

A big difference between both brands is that Underwood London watchwinders use a modular system. This means that the watchwinder can be taken out of the watchwinder case. Scatola del Tempo watchwinders do have integrated watchwinders, which cannot be taken out by the user. Both methods have their advantages and disadvantages.

What both brand do have in common is that their level of innovation is not that high. Each year a minimum of changes are made into their new collections of watchwinders. Both Italian watchwinder brands do keep close to their values, materials and design. There is certainly a group of consumers who loves Underwood London and Scatola del Tempo watchwinders, nevertheless there is more and more competition of watchwinder brands offering a comparable level of quality, technique and finish. Innovation is normally the method to avoid too much competition. We are very curious about the presentation of the new Underwood London watchwinders, and the Scatola del Tempo watchwinders at Baselworld.

There are not many watchwinder brands that also produce watches. Buben & Zörweg is an exception.

Launched at Baselworld 2015, the One Dual Time is the most recent creation in the Buben & Zörweg wristwatch collection and also the thinnest in the family. This time the manufactury decided to honor the traveler with a special timepiece by adding a second time zone at 6 o´clock to the local time display indicated by the central hands.

The complication of choice for every busy traveler, the second time zone indication is an indispensable tool that is frequently difficult to read in many wristwatches. The One Dual Time by Buben & Zörweg uses a clear and very readable 24-hour display that globetrotters and world travelers alike will appreciate for its ability to distinctly show the local time and the time of a far-off location, simultaneously.

As much as one loves elaborate complications, above all else, it tends to be the most basic features of a watch that appeal the most for their utility. In this sense the new One Dual Time is unquestionably a statement of usability that carries the power of innovation, aesthetic design and master craftsmanship of the Buben & Zörweg manufactury to new heights.