Hand-built watches and mods

A collection of watches I've built, and step-by-step guides for doing the work yourself.

Latest tutorials

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Building an Explorer homage from parts

A full build from a boxed movement to a watch on your wrist, using parts anyone can order. No donor watch and no lathe required.

Intermediate, about 90 minutesVideo

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Choosing between NH movements

A look at the NH35, NH36, NH38, NH34 and the rest of the family—and how to choose the right one for your dial.

About 5 min read

Custom builds

I take on a small number of commissions. Send me a watch you already own or start from scratch; either way you'll see photographs at each stage before the case goes back together.

About custom work