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Watchmaking as Therapy: How Building a Watch Can Improve Mental Health
In recent years, watchmaking has gained popularity as a hobby that not only produces beautiful timepieces, but also offers therapeutic benefits for mental health. Building a watch requires focus, attention to detail, and patience, all of which can have a positive...
Why Pursue Watchmaking as a Hobby?
Watchmaking is a rewarding and fulfilling hobby that can bring you a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. Here are some reasons why you should consider starting watchmaking as a hobby: Develop new skills: Watchmaking requires a combination of technical skills,...
Why Mechanical Watches Matter: The Importance of Reviving the Craft
Mechanical watches have been around for centuries, but in recent years, their popularity has been waning in the face of digital and smartwatches. However, many enthusiasts argue that mechanical watches are still relevant and important and that the craft of making them...
The History of Watchmaking: From Sundials to Smartwatches
The history of watchmaking spans thousands of years, beginning with the earliest forms of timekeeping such as the sundial and water clock. Over time, watches evolved to become portable, accurate timepieces that could be carried on the person. Today, we have entered a...
The Role of Technology in Watchmaking: How Modern Tools are Changing the Craft
Watchmaking has always been an intricate craft that requires precision and skill. From the earliest days of horology, watchmakers relied on hand tools and a keen eye to create timepieces that were both beautiful and accurate. However, in recent years, technology has...
Cook up some novelty with these practical, stylish, fun options
For the man who has everything, finding a holiday gift can be a challenge. But Northwest Indiana offers many options to make this holiday memorable for husband, dad, grandfather or son. And, for those who prefer shopping online, many local retail establishments offer...
Watches, Stories, & Gear: TimeForArt, Destination Defender, Adventuring With Stanton Waterman, & More
“Watches, Stories, and Gear” is a roundup of our favorite content, watch or otherwise, from around the internet. Here, we support other creators, explore interesting content that inspires us, and put a spotlight on causes we believe in. Oh, and any gear we happen to...
How To Select Watches That Flatter Your Wrist
We frequently search for the best-looking, most fashionable, and most affordable watches when we purchase them online. The size is simple to ignore until you see the difference it can make. The other characteristics of a watch that you first found attractive become...
How Long Do Automatic Watches Last?
If you’re thinking about investing in a new automatic watch, it’s a great idea to research the watch’s durability ahead of time. Knowing what to expect from the watch will help build you into the responsible owner of an automatic watch, which typically fetches a...
Mechanical Watch Basics – How To Wind & Set
While it is not difficult to set a watch, some mechanical watches have quirks that make it vary from watch to watch. Here is a brief explanation of how to set and wind a mechanical watch to help you become more comfortable with the process. How to Wind a Mechanical...
Investing in Watches: Why and How?
It’s easy to become mesmerized by the mechanical works of a watch. Each watch is a testament to the honed skills of the watchmaker. Thus, many watches can become investment pieces alongside all the other perks of collecting watches. Reasons To Invest 1. Profit...
Reasons to Pair a Watch With Every Outfit
A person’s watch can reflect their personality, and so much more. Some may wear watches for business presentations, while others wear them to show off a sense of style. The best wristwatches are versatile, chic, and pair well with the wearer’s outfit. Read on to learn...
Are Mechanical Watches Worth The Higher Price?
Watches are for more than just telling the time. They make for bold fashion statements, conversation starters, and investment pieces. Time telling and horology has been around for as long as time has been kept. They evolved into pocket watches in the 1800s, turning...
3 Common Reasons Why Watches Stop Working
Is there a particular reason why your automatic watch stopped working? While the look of a stopped watch may put fear in your heart, it is a frequent problem for watchmakers to fix. Despite the watch functioning normally for a long time, buyers frequently report that...
5 Essential Tools for Your Watchmaking Kit
Did you recently become interested in watchmaking? It is also possible you are a watch collector who wishes to maintain the watches’ mechanical works. Regardless, we present the following essential tools that provide well-rounded use. Here are the most important tools...