Whether you’re interested in making your own DIY watch, or you want to know how to buy one, it’s important to understand some of the risks and benefits of owning one.
Diver Series
Introducing the DIY Diver Series. This line of watches is reminiscent of the Tudor Black Bay. It also boasts a couple of useful features. Among them, are the inverse triangle index at the 12 o’clock position and the sunray reflective design on the dial.
The most important feature is the chamfered lugs. Another cool feature is the black fume dial. This is a brushed metal finish that is finished off with white on black inlay. This is the most basic kit in the DIY series and is compatible with the Seiko SRPD and Seiko SKX lines of watches.
Classic 40
Using a pliers, gently bend the dial feet back to their original position. Then, place the stem of the watch in a pin vise and attach the crown to the stem. If the crown does not fit, file down the threads until they are even with the stem.
Place the dial on the glass, making sure it is centered. The second hand should be installed at the center post. The minute hand should be at 12 o’clock.
To change the date, turn the crown clockwise. You should see a dimple on the set lever behind the four o’clock position. Use a small headband magnifier to see the post.
DWC-D02 DIY Kit
Whether you are a watch enthusiast or are just getting started, this DIY Watch Club DWC-D02 DIY kit is a great way to get your hands dirty with watch modding. It includes all the tools and components you need to make a great automatic watch.
While this watch making kit does not come with a crystal press, it does come with a handy caseback opening tool. In addition, you will receive an instructional video that walks you through each step of the process. Buying a watch is one thing, but building one yourself is an entirely different story.
