Brian , Author at Watch Complications

Hamilton Electric Converta

03/31/201801/12/2021

I love the idea of taking something useful from the past and restoring it to its purpose. The details: Brand & Model: Hamilton Electric Converta Year: 1959 Diameter: 36mm Height: 12mm Movement: 500 Battery Life: 1-2 years Jewels: 11 Lume: Vintage Frequency: 18,000bph (2.5Hz) Crystal: Sapphire, Domed Water Resistance: 0 Strap: Brown Leather Original Cost […]

Projects Ten Six Watches

Custom watch build #2: “Glass – Parallel”

03/30/201801/12/2021

Note: This was not an exercise in design, but rather an exercise in process. Glass – 42 Glass – Parallel The details: Brand & Model: 10/6 Glass – Parallel Diameter: 42mm Height: 11.1mm Movement: Chinese F8131, modified hand-wound Power Reserve: 40 hours Jewels: 17 Lume: N/A Frequency: 21,600bph (3Hz) Crystal: Mineral, Flat Water […]

Casual Projects Ten Six Watches

Custom watch build #1: “Glass”

03/10/201801/12/2021

This was my first attempt at assembling my own watch from parts and I am calling it “Glass.” I have learned a lot through trial and error as I purchased cases, movements, movement holders, hands, straps, and tools. A simplified version of the process follows… The details: Brand & Model: 10/6 Glass Diameter: 42mm Height: […]

GMT Microbrands Reviews

Mercer Wayfarer II

03/02/201801/12/2021

Mercer is a relatively young watch brand based out of New Jersey, USA. The Wayfarer II is the second iteration of their GMT model. This review provides the details in brief, a review video, and pictures of the unpacking with some commentary. The details: Mercer Wayfarer II Diameter: 40mm Height: 11.5mm Movement: Quartz Ronda 515.24h […]

General

Journey of a Watch

02/25/201801/12/2021

Here, I am talking about a literal journey. Every so often a watch needs sent in for service or repair. One of the brands I happen to like, Christopher Ward, is located in the UK. So, with a watch needing some work, I went off the to the local USPS office and shipped it to […]

How-to Projects

Minimal Wall Clock

02/21/201801/12/2021

Parts: spare/cheap/old wall clock foam board spray paint double-sided tape frame hanger Tools: utility knife straight edge No. 2 pencil tweezers screwdriver We have all had moments when we were staring at a wall considering decor and one of the choices is what wall clock would look good in a particular spot. I had […]

Dive Halios Microbrands Reviews

Halios Seaforth II

02/16/201801/12/2021

Few watch brands are enjoying the popularity that Halios is enjoying (as of this writing). Jason Lim has created something unique and it is resonating with watch enthusiasts and collectors. This review provides the details in brief, a review video, and pictures of the unpacking with some commentary. The details: Halios Seaforth II Bezel: steel […]

General Pocket Watches

The beginning of time

02/06/201801/12/2021

The beginning of time…well, the beginning of my interest in watches anyway. Every watch enthusiast has a memory or collection of moments that was the beginning of their fascination. For me, it was almost a ritual of sorts, though I was not a direct participant. As a young fellow growing up in central Illinois, deer […]

General

Watch it all about?

02/03/201810/01/2019

As stated in my profile, I am a watch enthusiast that likes to share my thoughts and projects. As for credentials, I have a doctorate in computing, not horology. Still, this has become my obsession. The purpose of this blog will be to elaborate on the complications of being a watch enthusiast. Posts will include […]

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