Blogs: DIY Watches and More

Dec 24, 2025

You're ready to build your first watch. The question is: pocket watch or wristwatch? Both make great beginner projects, but they offer totally different experiences. Let's walk through what makes e...

Dec 23, 2025

You're ready to start working on watches, but you're stuck on a question: should you restore a vintage piece or build a new watch from scratch? Building a new watch wins for beginners. Not even clo...

Dec 22, 2025

You built a mechanical watch with your own hands. Now you're wondering how to keep it running smoothly for years to come. Good news: maintaining your self-built watch is actually simpler than the o...

Dec 20, 2025

You need seven basic tools to build your first mechanical watch: precision screwdrivers, tweezers, a spring bar tool, strap adjustment tool, pliers, watch glue, and gloves. The good news? Complete ...

Dec 19, 2025

Building your first mechanical watch feels exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. Will the hands align properly? What if you strip a screw? Can you actually pull this off? Here's the truth: ...

Nov 26, 2025

Getting Started with DIY Watch Kits Are DIY Watch Kits Suitable for Complete Beginners? Yes. Modern DIY watch kits include everything needed for successful assembly. Each kits provides precision to...

Nov 24, 2025

Creating something tangible with your hands triggers profound psychological responses that screens and digital work cannot replicate. The benefits of DIY projects extend far beyond the finished pro...

Nov 21, 2025

Why Watchmaking Kits Make Exceptional Holiday Gifts Finding truly unique holiday gifts becomes harder every year. Generic gadgets pile up in closets while meaningful presents create lasting memorie...

Nov 19, 2025

Building a career or hobby in horology starts with understanding the practical steps required to develop genuine watchmaking skills. The path to becoming a watchmaker in 2026 combines self-directed...

Nov 19, 2025

Choosing the best DIY watchmaking kit requires understanding what separates quality manufacturers from budget alternatives. The comparison of DIY watch kits reveals significant differences in compo...

Nov 19, 2025

Choosing the right gift means finding something memorable and meaningful. A watchmaking kit offers an experience rather than just an object, allowing someone to build a functional timepiece with th...

Nov 14, 2025

Starting your watchmaking journey requires choosing the right first project. The wrong kit leads to frustration, broken parts, and abandoned dreams of building mechanical timepieces. The Cabot watc...