Description
Erwin Sattler Rotalis 2
The Erwin Sattler Rotalis 2 is a high-end, two-watch winder created for collectors who want their automatic timepieces kept ready without compromise. Designed, produced and assembled in Erwin Sattler’s manufactory in Gräfelfing near Munich, it blends traditional cabinetry with modern control, presenting two watches in a display that feels more like fine furniture than an accessory.
Its natural walnut case brings warmth and character, finished open-pored so the wood structure remains visible and tactile. Slim metal inlays frame the form with a crisp, contemporary edge, while smoked glass adds a discreet, refined layer between the room and what’s inside. Subtle LED illumination completes the presentation, highlighting the watches without turning the piece into a light show.
Built for real-world use, the Rotalis 2 is engineered to sit comfortably in quiet spaces. Precision ball bearings support an operation that is virtually silent, keeping the winder unobtrusive whether it lives in a bedroom, study, or dedicated watch room. Placement is flexible too, with the option to run from batteries or from mains power depending on where it is positioned.
Where the Rotalis 2 separates itself is in intelligent, model-specific programming. Integrated software precisely adapts winding to the needs of each automatic watch, aiming to provide the energy required without unnecessary wear. A Wi-Fi connection enables control via smartphone, tablet, or computer, making adjustments straightforward while keeping the interface out of sight.
An integrated database of more than 12,000 watch models allows each of the two winders to be set up with the appropriate profile. The result is practical and collector-focused: watches are kept running with time and date maintained, reducing the hassle of resetting and making them ready to wear at a moment’s notice.
With a production limit of just 20 pieces, the Rotalis 2 sits firmly in the world of small-batch, high-end horological equipment. It is as much about protecting and presenting a collection as it is about winding it, pairing German precision with natural elegance in a format made to last.
Technical Specifications
- Case: Walnut, open-pored with visible wood structure; metal inlay; LED illumination
- Dimensions: Height 17 cm; width 27 cm; depth 22 cm
- Crystal: Smoked glass
- Winders: 2 precision watch winders, individually programmable (12 o’clock position)
- Drive: 2 motors
- Ball bearings: 12 precision ball bearings
- Data transfer: Wi-Fi
- Power supply: 2 mono cells and connection for mains power supply
- Weight: 4 kg
- Edition: Limited to 20 pieces
- Manufacture: Designed, produced and assembled in Gräfelfing near Munich
- Database: Integrated database with 12,000+ watch models
