Blogs: DIY Watches and More

Nov 12, 2025

The idea of building your own watch sounds intimidating at first.  Visions of complex machinery, microscopic parts, and years of training might come to mind. The reality?  Modern DIY watchmaking ha...

Nov 10, 2025

Finding the most accurate mechanical watch under $500 requires understanding movement quality, regulation standards, and real-world performance. Modern automatic watch movements from Japanese manuf...

Nov 7, 2025

Finding reliable sources for DIY watch parts transforms a frustrating hobby into an enjoyable craft. Quality components make the difference between a watch that runs for decades and one that fails ...

Nov 5, 2025

Building a mechanical watch involves five main phases: gathering tools, preparing the movement, installing the dial and hands, casing the movement, and attaching the strap. The entire process takes...

Nov 3, 2025

The ETA vs Miyota Movement Debate The ETA 2824 vs Miyota 9015 comparison defines value propositions across the watch industry. These workhorse movements power everything from affordable daily weare...

Oct 29, 2025

Key Takeaways DIY watch kits offer 40-60% cost savings compared to retail markup on similar quality timepieces Hands-on assembly with movements like Seiko NH36 builds genuine mechanical experti...

Oct 28, 2025

What Are Watch Crystals? Watch crystals serve as the transparent protective barrier covering your watch dial. The crystal type directly affects scratch resistance, clarity, and overall durability. ...

Oct 27, 2025

Japanese watchmaking, a blend of traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology, has captivated enthusiasts for decades. Within this realm of horological excellence, Japanese mechanical move...

Oct 24, 2025

Have you ever questioned just how accurate Seiko watches really are? Seiko has been a respected name in the watch industry for decades, known for blending innovation with tradition. This comprehens...

Oct 24, 2025

Key Takeaways NH36 and 4R36 share identical specifications: 24 jewels, 21,600 bph, 41-hour power reserve 4R36 movement appears exclusively in Seiko-branded watches; NH36 available to third-part...

Oct 22, 2025

Why Accuracy Matters in Watchmaking Picture yourself as a pilot, navigating a plane through the vast expanse of the sky. Every second counts, and even the slightest deviation in time can have signi...

Oct 21, 2025

Hey there, watch enthusiast! Are you on the hunt for the perfect timepiece? Well, you're in for a treat because we're about to dive into the world of Miyota movements. These little powerhouses are ...