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My 1st Watch Build Experience
I decided a bit back to give watch building a try. The idea just kind of evolved. I bought a few modded watches and then I found someone to customize...
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What Matters More? Swiss Made or American Assembly
I saw some people go back and forth in a different forum… so I’m interested to hear the thoughts from the Crunchers. On one hand, I’m interested in investing more into American watchmaking, but on the...
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One of the toughest things in watch repair
A 94(!)-year-old client handed me her favorite Bulova watch for repairs. I never went to watchmaking school, and I'm sure these are the assignments th...
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500+ watch crystals. Want ‘em?
I inadvertently acquired all these crystals (560 slots) when purchasing a cool antique watchmakers cabinet. They are almost all for ladies watches and...
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Success, it's running
The second hand was running, but neither the hour or minute hands moved. When the crown was pulled out to set the time, both hands were very loose. I...
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Stubborn Longines case back!
First time ever struggling to open up a case back to the point of giving up! Got this gifted to me from a family member and I've given up trying to ge...
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I experimented with “skeletonizing” the train bridge on my ST36, pleased with the results!
Took me about an hour or so, started by marking where I thought I could start removing material, and then I slowly filed away with my tiny little hand...
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🕒 Crafted with Care: A Personal Horological Journey 🕒
In the quiet moments between life's busy hours, I've poured my heart into creating something special. Today, I'm excited to share a piece that's close...
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