Watch Complications

An exploration of watches and watchmaking

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Brian

I am a watch enthusiast and maker that likes to share my thoughts and projects. As for credentials, I have a doctorate in computing, not horology. Member NAWCC. Watch on YouTube!

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Hamilton Electric Converta

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 […]

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Journey of a Watch

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 […]

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General Pocket Watches

The beginning of time

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 […]

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Watch it all about?

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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