With the 8/0 747 movement ticking away nicely, it’s time to turn to the case. Like many Hamilton watches from that era, the “Clinton” model had a two-piece case with… Read more »
Some time back, we serviced and adjusted a Gruen N510. The Internet is stuffed with Gruen fans, apparently, because that post is in this blog’s Top 10 all-time posts. Who… Read more »
You don’t want to put a clean, fine-tuned watch movement into a grimy, crusty case. Aesthetics aside, the gunk and grime can flake off into the movement or eat away… Read more »
Most wrist watch cases have one or two common finishes: bright, reflective surfaces or brushed, matte surfaces. This blog has talked about brushed finishes before, and a post on mirror… Read more »
Stainless steel watch case backs usually have some sort of brushed finish. These finishes look cool, but they are also functional: they are more comfortable on the skin. A glossy,… Read more »
As part of my informal apprenticeship in metal working—i.e., taking jewelry classes and testing the patience of my friends who repair jewelry and restore motorcycles—I have ended up with a… Read more »
The pawn shop Rolex needs a thorough cleaning, so I’ll start with the Oyster bracelet. It comes off easily by removing the spring bars at the lugs. Before polishing something,… Read more »
Stainless steel is my favorite wristwatch case material. It is tough, practical, and easy to polish to a fine mirror finish or an elegant brushed finish. But if you wear… Read more »