Blogs: DIY Watches and More

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...

Jul 23, 2025

60-Second Summary Mechanical complications represent the pinnacle of watchmaking artistry, adding sophisticated functions beyond basic timekeeping. From the practical chronograph stopwatch feature ...

Jul 22, 2025

Miyota accuracy has become a cornerstone of affordable watches, with the Japanese manufacturer delivering consistent automatic movement performance across various price points. Understanding what t...

Jul 21, 2025

60 Second Summary Seagull movements represent one of the most compelling options in modern watchmaking, offering solid accuracy and reliability at accessible price points. These Chinese watch movem...

Jul 20, 2025

60-Second Summary Watch jewels are synthetic rubies or sapphires strategically placed within mechanical movements to serve as bearings that minimize friction reduction between moving parts. These t...

Jul 19, 2025

Mechanical watches lose or gain time due to internal factors like temperature changes, position variations, magnetic interference, and component wear. Understanding these timing variations helps yo...

Jul 17, 2025

60-Second Summary The watch crown serves as the primary control interface for mechanical watches, enabling essential functions like winding the mainspring, time setting, and date adjustment. Whethe...