So I've made a bunch of mistakes early on into my amateur watchmaking hobby. I've spent a lot of unnecessary money thinking that I'd need certain things or to cut corners (wrongly)… only to find that I didn't need the brand name …

I have a Havaan Tuvali with a paper dial (with enamel outer ring). I really like this watch…except the handset. The dark silver hands get lost with the dark paper background.

I've ordered a set of polished silver hands to swap with. I'v…

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I am new here and would like to present my work on watch restoration. I was wondering if anyone is interested in how to get started in this field, how to make inexpensive machines and start professional watch restoration without a large financi…

We've seen this term or label tossed about frequently, "Master" watchmaker.

So, what does that actually mean in the world of horology?

Is it years of service?
Working on many different makes and models?
The ability to make parts?
Mak…

Hi all, So as stated in an older post, I'm trying the hobby of watchmaking and am enjoying it thus far. However, as recommended here, I picked up a few movements that were not working or sold as-is. I picked up to Walthams, one of which is a 16s…

Ok so I'm working on a few 6s pocket watches that I'm converting as gifts to family and friends…. while learning and honing my skills.

Any information would be greatly appreciated! Also… if there are specific movement grades that you kno…

During a trip to Eastern Europe about 10 years ago, I purchased this Atlantic Worldmaster. I know the hands are not original to this model but I don't mind it. I worn it on ocassions specially when I had to go to an event. It was keeping fantastic…