Blogs: DIY Watches and More

Wearing Seiko Mods: Style, Acceptance, and Community Guidelines
Feb 10, 2025
Imagine you're at a coffee shop, and someone compliments your watch. "Is that a Rolex?" they ask. You smile and say, "No-I built it myself." That's the magic of wearing Seiko mods. Custom watches ...
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Everything You Need to Know About Seiko Modding
Feb 7, 2025
Customizing a Seiko watch, often referred to as "Seiko modding," has become a popular hobby among watch enthusiasts. The idea of taking a reliable Seiko timepiece and turning it into a unique, one-...
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How to Use a Rotating Watch Bezel Like a Pro
Feb 6, 2025
Have you ever looked at the ring around your watch face and wondered what it’s for? That’s the rotating watch bezel, a feature that transforms your watch into more than just a timepiece. Whether yo...
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Watch Bezels Explained: Your Guide to Style and Function
Feb 5, 2025
Let’s talk about the unsung hero of every watch – the bezel. That circular ring around your watch face isn’t just decorative. Depending on its design and material, it can track dive times, calculat...
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Understanding Water Resistance Ratings: What You Need to Know
Feb 3, 2025
When you're shopping for a new watch or electronic device, you've likely come across terms like water resistance ratings and IP ratings. These seemingly cryptic codes actually hold crucial informat...
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How to Choose the Best Watchmaker Tools for Beginners
Jan 22, 2025
Watchmaking is a craft that demands precision, patience, and the right tools. Whether you’re building your first watch or repairing a beloved timepiece, having reliable watchmaker tools is essentia...
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How to Remove Water Condensation from Your Watch and Prevent Fogging
Jan 20, 2025
Noticing a misty fog beneath your watch's glass can be quite unsettling, especially when you rely on your timepiece every day. Don't worry-help is here to understand why this happens and to guide y...
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What Is a Watch Winder and How Does It Work?
Jan 20, 2025
If you've got an automatic watch, you might have heard about watch winders. But what is a watch winder, and how does a watch winder work? Let's dive into the world of watch auto winders and find ou...
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How Accurate Are Mechanical Watches? Real Talk on Precision
Jan 17, 2025
A mechanical watch works like a tiny orchestra, with each part playing its role in keeping time. From humble beginnings as spring-powered clocks to today's precision instruments, mechanical watches...
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How Accurate Is an Automatic Watch?
Jan 15, 2025
Ever wondered just how precise your automatic watch is? Automatic watches are marvels of engineering, combining artistry with intricate mechanics. But what affects automatic watch accuracy? Can you...
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How to Remove Links from a Watch Without Pins the Right Way
Jan 13, 2025
Ever put on a new watch and found it doesn't fit quite right? Maybe it's sliding around your wrist, and you wish it were a bit snugger. Adjusting a watch band might seem tricky, especially if it do...
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Grand Seiko vs Seiko: A Detailed Guide to Top Watches
Jan 10, 2025
If you're considering adding a new watch to your collection, you might find yourself torn between Seiko and Grand Seiko. Both brands have rich histories and offer exceptional timepieces, but they c...
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