Make My Own Watch Upgrade Options for a Fully Customizable Watch
There are many ways you can change an element on a watch to make it your own and the Make My Own Watch Kit is no different. Make this watch unique to you by swa... Read More...
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Watch Repair
Compare Clock Movements
Here is a breakdown of all the clock movements and their features to help you easily identify which type of movement will work best for your project.
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How to Determine What Clock Hand Size to Use
Battery operated clock movements come in a variety of options and they all vary a little bit from manufacturer to manufacturer. The holes used to mount the cl... Read More...
How to Polish a Stainless Steel Watch (Case and Bracelet)
Your stainless watch is looking worn and scratched? It can look like new again with just a few of the right tools and a short time. Smooth out deeper scratches... Read More...
Watch Sizing Guide: Find Your Right Watch Size
Watches are available in a large variety of sizes and the size of a watch can make a big difference to its overall look and feel. Now that more and more peopl... Read More...
Watch Size Ligne Conversion Chart
There are several different systems used to measure the size of a watch movement and which one to use will depend on who you talk to. No matter what system yo... Read More...
Pocket Watch Size Chart
Use this chart to help find the industry "size" of your pocket watch. Measure the diameter of the movement with a digital gauge. This will only work on ROUND po... Read More...
Common Watch Technical Questions
Though most watches are built to last a lifetime, watches are subject to everyday stresses from scratches from wear and tear to water damage and more. Here a... Read More...
Different Types of Watch Complications
A complication on a watch is any function other than telling the time. They can range from simple and pretty common to very rare and highly complex that take ... Read More...
Watch Terminology A-Z Glossary
Learn to speak like a watch expert with this handy dictionary of common watch terms and phrases. Here is a list of key terms to know.
Altimeter: An altimeter... Read More...
Guide to Watchmakers Tweezers
Watchmakers use a variety of styles of tweezers for different applications. Watchmaker’s tweezers are usually very small and have a extremely sharp points for p... Read More...
Where to Find Rolex Case Numbers
Rolex has many different model numbers (reference numbers) for each model watch is makes. This guide will show you how to find you Rolex watch case number.Findi... Read More...
How to Measure for a Crystal Gasket
Many divers watches use a compression or a press fitted crystal. These, in some cases, will have a crystal gasket to insure the maximum water resistance possibl... Read More...
How to Measure for Clock Keys
When your mechanical clock needs to be wound, you need a clock key. The easiest way to determine what size key you need is to measure it. This guide will show y... Read More...
Bergeon 5555/98 Waterproof Tester Gasket Chart
Here is the gasket chart for replacement of worn out gaskets for the Bergeon 5555/98 Watchmakers Waterproof Watch Tester. Click here for a PDF version of the ch... Read More...
How to Measure a Watch Band Cotter Pin
Many types of watch band links are held in place with cotter pins. If you need new cotter pins for your watch band repair you can use this guide to learn how to... Read More...