FAQ's

SwissKubik FAQ's

Where are SwissKubik winders made? 

All SwissKubik winders are 100% Swiss Made using the best materials and most sophisticated technology in the industry. The production site is in Givisiez in the state of Fribourg in Switzerland.

What makes SwissKubik the best winder in the industry?

SwissKubik makes the best movements in the industry. They have been tested by most of the Swiss luxury watch brands and are guaranteed not to magnetize the precious watches they carry. It is for this reason that SwissKubik is the sole supplier of watch winders to most of the Swiss luxury watch brands. All SwissKubik winders have a guaranteed 3-year battery autonomy which is an industry leading statistic.

Are all SwissKubik winders programmable? 

The SwissKubik Masterbox models are programmable. The SwissKubik Startbox models are non-programmable, they come with a standard cycle of 1600 rotations per day bidirectionally.

How do I program my SwissKubik Masterbox?

You can program your SwissKubik Masterbox using the SwissKubik app on your iPhone or Android. See this video for an in-depth tutorial on using the SwissKubik app to program your Masterbox: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zL4ZI1LmI6c&t=9s

Can I add a Window Pane to my Masterbox myself?

Yes, we sell a Window Pane kit for the SwissKubik Masterbox and it is very simple to install. The only tool you need is a T-10 screwdriver. Here is a in-depth tutorial on how to install a Window Pane on you SwissKubik Masterbox: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jz2td7ZwIg4

What is the autonomy of a SwissKubik winder? 

The battery autonomy of all SwissKubik winders is 3+ years when using Duracell "Procell" C-Cell batteries.

How are SwissKubik winders powered? 

The SwissKubik Masterbox can be powered by either two C-Cell batteries or by using the cable provided with the winder. We recommend that if you use the cable to power the winder, that you remove the batteries. 

The SwissKubik Startbox is only capable of being powered by two C-Cell batteries. 

SwissKubik recommends using the Duracell "Procell" C-Cell batteries to reach a battery autonomy of 3+ years. 

How long is the warranty on a SwissKubik winder? 

The warranty for all SwissKubik winders is valid for 3-years from the date of purchase. 

Where are SwissKubik winders repaired?

All SwissKubik repairs are treated in our Summit, NJ offices. As the sole North American distributors of the brand, we are the only certified repair center in North America. All SwissKubik repairs are treated and returned within 48-hours of reception.

How can I get a discount on my SwissKubik purchase?

Since 2017, we strive at providing the best quality product to the Americas accompanied by the best quality and After-Sales Service.

We do not believe in discounts or rebates as the prices you paid yesterday will the same as today and tomorrow.We strive instead at keeping prices stable despite a very unfavorable exchange rate since 2.2019 that forced all brands to raise their prices 10 to 25%. We will try to maintain our retail prices for as long as we can, but our shipping expenses have also increased recently.

 

We do not want our clients to feel that they can buy our products cheaper anywhere or anytime. Nothing makes us more upset than when we buy something and a week, a month or two later that price is discounted…. This will not happen for SwissKubik. Instead, we strive to provide a 48-Hour turnaround time on all repairs and fulfill at least 85% our orders overnight by keeping a sufficient inventory on hand.

 

Scatola del Tempo FAQ’s

Where are Scatola del Tempo products made?

All Scatola del Tempo products are handmade in Italy using the finest Italian leathers and craftsmanship.

How long is the warranty for Scatola del Tempo products?

The warranty on all Scatola del Tempo winders is valid for 3-Years from the date of purchase. The warranty on all Scatola del Tempo leather goods is valid for 2-Years from the date of purchase.

Who makes the movements for Scatola del Tempo winders?

Scatola del Tempo uses SwissKubik movements in all their winders. SwissKubik makes the best movements in the industry. They have been tested by most of the Swiss luxury watch brands and they are guaranteed not to magnetize the precious watches they carry. It is for this reason that SwissKubik is the sole supplier of watch winders to most of the Swiss luxury watch brands. This combines the best of both worlds, Italian design, and Swiss Engineering. 

Are all Scatola del Tempo watch winders programmable?

All Scatola del Tempo watch winders are programmable except for the Rotor One. The 7RT, Rotore 6, and Rotore 9, all use SwissKubik Masterbox movements which are programmable via the SwissKubik app on your iPhone or Android.

Where are Scatola del Tempo winders repaired?

All Scatola del Tempo winders since 2019 are repairable in our Summit, NJ offices with a guaranteed turnaround time of 48 hours from reception. As the sole North American distributors of the brand, we are the only repair center in North America for the brand. All Scatola del Tempo winders prior to 2019 are repaired at the factory in Italy.

How are the Scatola del Tempo products made?

All Scatola del Tempo products are handmade by the best Italian artisans using the finest leathers from Italy, Spain, and Portugal.

How does Scatola del Tempo create the best leather cases for watches?

Scatola del Tempo has a team of the most distinguished Italian leather craftsman. All Scatola del Tempo products are handmade using the finest Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese leathers.

How can I get a discount on my Scatola del Tempo Purchase?

Since 2017, we strive at providing the best quality product to the Americas accompanied by the best quality and After-Sales Service.

We do not believe in discounts or rebates as the prices you paid yesterday will the same as today and tomorrow. We strive instead at keeping prices stable despite a very unfavorable exchange rate since 2.2019 that forced all brands to raise their prices 10 to 25%. We will try to maintain our retail prices for as long as we can, but our shipping expenses have also increased recently.

We do not want our clients to feel that they can buy our products cheaper anywhere or anytime. Nothing makes us more upset than when we buy something and a week, a month or two later that price is discounted…. This will not happen for Scatola del Tempo. Instead, we strive to provide a 48-Hour turnaround time on all repairs and fulfill at least 85% our orders overnight by keeping a sufficient inventory on hand.

Around Five FAQ’s

How do you read the time on an Around Five Sculpture of Time?

The Sculpture of Time displays time using a 24-hour scale from 6:00AM-6:00AM. One reads the time on a Sculpture of Time by looking at the sail that glides across the clock. Once the sail reaches 6:00AM on the right side of the clock, there is a 20-second retrograde where the sail makes its way back to 6:00AM on the left side. This 20-second retrograde is incorporated into the timing of the clock.

Where are Around Five Sculptures of Time made?

The Around Five Sculptures of Time are all 100% handmade in Switzerland using aluminum for the base and aluminum, brass or gold leaf and using the best Swiss technology and engineering.

What does Around Five mean?

Around Five was the name given to the brand by the owners Antoine Lorotte and Philippe Vallat. Around Five is owned by a company called FiveCo which specializes in making parts for most of the Swiss luxury watch industry. FiveCo wanted to create their own product and designed the Sculpture of Time and deemed the name Around Five as it is a project built around the FiveCo parent company.

How is the Around Five Sculpture of Time powered?

The Sculpture of Time is powered using 5 AA batteries provided with the clock. The battery autonomy is 1+ years.

What is the optional frame for the Sculpture Time?

The optional frame for the Sculpture of Time is made of black aluminum and allows the clock to hang on the wall. The frame is very easy to put together and install.

Is each Sculpture of Time limited?

Yes, each Sculpture of Time model is limited to 100 pieces worldwide.

How long is the warranty on the Sculpture of Time:

The warranty is valid on all Around Five Sculptures of Time for 2-years from the date of purchase.

Where can I purchase and Around Five Sculpture of Time:

As the sole distributors of the brand in North America we keep a vast stock of the Around Five Sculptures of Time. All Sculptures of Time are available on our website.

How can I get a discount on my Around Five purchase?

We strive at providing the best quality product to the Americas accompanied by the best quality and After-Sales Service.

We do not believe in discounts or rebates as the prices you paid yesterday will the same as today and tomorrow. We strive instead at keeping prices stable despite a very unfavorable exchange rate since 2.2019 that forced all brands to raise their prices 10 to 25%. We will try to maintain our retail prices for as long as we can, but our shipping expenses have also increased recently.

We do not want our clients to feel that they can buy our products cheaper anywhere or anytime. Nothing makes us more upset than when we buy something and a week, a month or two later that price is discounted…. This will not happen for Around Five. Instead, we strive to provide a 48-Hour turnaround time on all repairs and fulfill at least 85% our orders overnight by keeping a sufficient inventory on hand.