Buben & Zorweg

Once someone acquires a few mechanical watches, they may start to wonder about accessories for their timepieces. For those with a large number of automatic timepieces, especially those with mechanical calendars, owning a watch winder or two may be advantageous. Not all watch winders are created equal. Many inexpensive winders could damage your watch by magnetizing them, and most inexpensive winders are not programable, meaning they rotate your watch until you turn the winder off. Additionally, they wind in one direction, thus winding your watch in one direction, causing uneven wear on the movement. Buben & Zorweg is one the premier names in watch winders, storage, and security. With a full line of watch winders, safes, and accessories designed to protect and further enhance your wrist watch owning and wearing experience.

Buben & Zorweg History

Buben & Zorweg was founded in 1995, and has solidified themselves as the premier name in watch winders, safes, and storage. Combining German engineering, fine craftsmanship, and exquisite designs, Buben & Zorweg manufacturers functional objects of art that help collectors safely display, maintain, and store their timepieces. Harald Buben and Christian Zorweg started as childhood friends, and then began their business while in university, starting by crafting high-end watch and jewelry cases in 1995. In 1998 they developed their first watch winder, The Classic, in collaboration with Elma, a German company famous for making devices used in watchmaking testing. In 2001, they developed their patented Time Mover technology. This technology allows users to control the winding of their timepieces. Owners can custom program the winder to optimally wind their timepieces, control if it winds in both directions, when it switches directions, or if it rotates in one direction for timepieces that have unidirectional winding. Buben & Zorweg's winders have also been tested to endure 30 years of usage without service, giving owners many years to enjoy both their winder and their wound timepieces that are ready to be worn. In 2003, designer Eberhard Hagmann joined the company as the brand's Creative Director, signaling the brand's trajectory of growth and collaborating strategically with key personnel. 2005 marked the addition of Daniel Zorweg, Christian's brother, as a shareholder in the company. Buben & Zorweg also released their first Object of Time, a watch winder that also featured a mechanical high precision clock. The following year, the brand created their first high-security safe, combining a watch winder, high-precision clock, and security system, to create a multi-sensory experience for collectors. Buben & Zorweg safes are some of the most secure watch safes available, certified by Europe's largest independent security institute, VDS, utilizing multi-layer stainless steel constructions and high-security locking mechanisms with multiple electrical and mechanical redundancies.

Buben & Zorweg have continued a trajectory of growth, collaborating with other brands such as Jacob & Co and Bugatti to create exclusive products for their clients. They have also built new manufacturing facilities, and added new partners, including the appointment of Florian vom Bruch as CEO and Marin Ziringer as CFO in 2019.

Buben & Zorweg Collections

Buben & Zorweg's product lines are mainly divided between watch winders and watch safes, the latter of which include winders.

Watch Winders

The product line that Buben & Zorweg is most known for, the brand's collection of watch winders provide collectors a way to display and wind their watches in a manner that is both aesthetically pleasing and functional. The models available include the Spirit, Neo, Vantage, Safe Master, Revolution, and Quantum models, each available in different configurations to accommodate different collection sizes.

High-Security Safes

Buben & Zorweg's collection of high-security safes offer the most exclusive and pioneering dedicated watch safes on the market. Each model is installed by an expert team and constructed with multi-layer walls and doors to prevent forced entry. Models include the Solitaire, Vision, Orion, Turbo, Grande Infinity, Grande Illusion, Galaxy, Collector, and Private Museum.

Accessories

Within the Accessories collection, Buben & Zorweg manufactures exclusive cases for storing and traveling with your watches, including the Neo Case, Vantage Case, Nitro Case, Traveller Case, and Roma Case.

B&Z Bespoke Manufaktur

The Bespoke Manufaktur collection is the home for custom projects completed by the brand, often showcasing elaborate custom creations and limited editions in collaboration with other brands.

B&Z for Bugatti

In 2020, Buben & Zorweg began their collaboration with Bugatti Automobiles to develop exclusive designs inspired by the luxury automotive brand, including the Hyper Safe Collection, the Chiron Grande Illusion, and the Chiron Spirit winder.

How Much Do Buben & Zorweg Products Cost?

With a great deal of Buben & Zorweg's product offering being custom built, prices are quoted on request for safes. The SAFE MASTER 2 in black leather starts at $3,070, and the Quantum 16 winder is priced at $45,500. Many winders range between $6,000–$20,000 depending on size, finish, and features. Below is a selection of models with their prices and special features.

Buben & Zorweg Movements

Powering Buben & Zorweg's watch winders is their patented Time Mover watch winding mechanism — programmable, fully customizable, and tested to last 30 years without service.

Buben & Zorweg Colors

Watch winders and safes are available in a wide array of finishes including lacquer, polished and matte carbon fiber, wood inlays, and custom leather in colors such as blue, black, and green.

Buben & Zorweg Materials

Buben & Zorweg utilizes top grade calfskin and exotic leathers, high-grade steel and aluminum, and carbon fiber to deliver the best user experience possible across their winders, safes, and accessories.

Buben & Zorweg Partnerships & Brand Ambassadors

Buben & Zorweg has partnered with Bugatti, Jacob & Co, Hôtel des Horlogers, Meisterkreis, Burmester, SWM, IMD, and Rolls Royce to create bespoke products aligned with the brand's identity.

Buying Buben & Zorweg Products

Exquisite Timepieces is an authorized dealer for Buben & Zorweg, available both in our Naples, Florida showroom and online.

Buben & Zorweg FAQ

Where are Buben & Zorweg products made?

Buben & Zorweg's manufacturing facility is located in Pforzheim, Germany.

Who founded Buben & Zorweg?

Buben & Zorweg was founded by Harald Buben and Christian Zorweg.

Is Buben & Zorweg a luxury brand?

Yes, Buben & Zorweg is considered the premier luxury brand in watch winders, safes, and accessories.

Who makes Buben & Zorweg products?

Buben & Zorweg manufactures their own watch cases, winders, and safes in Pforzheim, Germany.