How To Wind A Rolex Datejust. When setting the watch for the first time or after the watch has stopped, complete a minimum of 25 turns for partial winding. This caliber was developed by rolex and introduced in 1977.
If the bezel is fluted, it is a gold bezel. Then place your watch into the winder and check after a few days how accurate your watch shows the time. This datejust has a beautiful silvery dial with a slight pinkish hue to it.
It should not extend past the edges of the case, it should not fall short and it should lie flush.
To wind the watch manually, turn the crown clockwise; Winding the crown backwards doesn’t really do anything. This is a replica watch myth. The reason why you would want to wind your watch if the watch has not been worn for a few days, or if you have just received it.