Blogs: DIY Watches and More

Feb 9, 2026

Watch trends reflect collector interest, market availability, and cultural momentum. 2026 brings renewed focus on specific models dominating conversations across price ranges. Understanding current...

Feb 9, 2026

Seiko produces multiple automatic movements under the NH series. The NH35 and NH05 differ significantly in size and applications despite sharing similar technology. Understanding these differences ...

Feb 7, 2026

The Miyota 8N24 reveals its inner workings through skeleton design. You see gears turning, balance wheels oscillating, and mechanisms operating. Watching parts move teaches how automatic movements ...

Feb 5, 2026

Automatic watches need basic care maintaining performance and longevity. Proper maintenance prevents problems and extends watch life decades or more. Understanding simple care routines keeps automa...

Feb 3, 2026

Watch movements beat at different speeds. Some tick 5 times per second while others tick 8 or 10 times. The faster beating affects how watches perform and look. High beat movements run at 28,800 vi...

Feb 1, 2026

Power reserve determines how long your watch runs after full winding. Some movements stop after 40 hours while others last 72 hours or more. Understanding power reserve helps you choose movement ki...

Jan 19, 2026

Watchmaking combines precision craftsmanship with mechanical understanding. Whether pursuing professional careers or serious hobbies, multiple paths lead into horology. Starting doesn't require exp...

Jan 11, 2026

Spring Drive defies simple categorization. The movement uses mechanical mainspring power like traditional watches, but regulates timekeeping electronically like quartz. Seiko created this unique hy...

Jan 10, 2026

Mechanical watches use purely mechanical parts, while Spring Drive combines mechanical and electronic elements. Understanding the differences helps you appreciate each technology's strengths and li...

Jan 10, 2026

Standard quartz watches gain or lose 15 to 30 seconds monthly. Thermocompensated quartz (TC quartz) watches maintain accuracy within seconds per year, rivaling atomic clock precision. Temperature a...

Jan 9, 2026

Pilot watches combine oversized dials, high contrast markers, and specialized timing functions. Originally designed for aviators navigating without modern electronics, the style evolved into one of...

Jan 8, 2026

The Rolex Daytona chronograph represents one of watchmaking's most recognized designs. From racing legends to musicians, the watch attracts diverse owners who appreciate mechanical chronographs. Un...