Blogs: DIY Watches and More

Aug 28, 2025

60 Second Summary Undervalued mechanical watch brands currently offer exceptional opportunities across all price ranges. Seiko dominates entry-level with reliable movements and innovative designs, ...

Aug 27, 2025

When your treasured mechanical watch starts showing warning signs, knowing how to identify maintenance signs can save you from costly repairs and preserve your timepiece for generations. Understand...

Aug 27, 2025

Understanding movement beat rates fundamentally changes how you evaluate mechanical watches. The relationship between frequency impact and timekeeping performance affects everything from daily accu...

Aug 27, 2025

The automatic watch market under $300 offers exceptional choices for every enthusiast. Whether you're a classic collector seeking vintage elegance, an aspiring enthusiast starting your mechanical j...

Aug 25, 2025

When comparing movement types for complication capacity, mechanical watch movements reign supreme for traditional horological complications like chronographs, perpetual calendars, and minute repeat...

Aug 25, 2025

The automatic watch brands landscape has transformed dramatically in 2025, with innovative manufacturers pushing the boundaries of modern watchmaking through cutting-edge technology. From silicon h...

Aug 12, 2025

Performance comes from a smart mix, not one miracle alloy. Brass plates and bridges offer easy machining and stable geometry. Hardened steel in pinions and wheels holds polish under load. Synthetic...

Aug 11, 2025

A direct answer first. Haute Horlogerie means the highest standard of mechanical watchmaking where finishing, engineering, and complications reach a level of craft that rewards close inspection. Ex...

Aug 8, 2025

Plenty of enthusiasts mix up haute horlogerie with tool watches, which leads to poor watch comparisons and regret on the wrist. Expect a plain-spoken breakdown that shows how luxury timepieces buil...

Aug 6, 2025

Mechanical watch shock resistance has revolutionized how timepieces withstand daily impacts and extreme conditions. Modern anti-shock systems like Rolex's Paraflex and IWC's SPRIN-g PROTECT use adv...

Aug 4, 2025

Mechanical watch complications represent functions beyond basic timekeeping, showcasing the pinnacle of horological craftsmanship. From perpetual calendars that track leap years to minute repeaters...

Aug 1, 2025

The mechanical watch collecting landscape is experiencing a dramatic transformation in 2025. Collectors are shifting from traditional sport watches toward smaller case sizes, vibrant dial colors, a...