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USD Welcome to the DIY Watch Assembly Instruction
In the next two hours, you will dive into the world of watchmaking.Please relax, take your time, and enjoy the fun of the craft of watchmaking!
GMT Expedition Assembly Instructions
Before starting, you can familiarize yourself with the tools and parts needed:
Parts:watch casebezel insertcrown and stemmovement holderchapter ringdialhandsmovementgasketstrapquick release spring bars (optional depending on strap type)
Tools:tweezersfinger cotshand pumpsuedeRodicoloupecase openerhand removal toolsprotective film for hand removalhand setting toolpeg woodscrewdriver
1: Dial and Movement Assembly Installation
Optional: Dial and hand aging guideIf you have the aging kit, you can head over to the aging guide instruction page first to get your dial and hands aged before assembling them into your watch.
To Aging guide
Introduction: how to use mechanical watches with dateThis is a brief introduction to the basics of a mechanical watch with date function, which might prove useful in your subsequent installation. If you are already familiar with how a mechanical watch works, feel free to skip this video and proceed to the next one.Content:crown position for setting datewhen to avoid setting datehow to determine AM/PM
1a. Opening the package and wearing finger cotsIntroduction to what’s inside the package, and how to wear finger cots to protect the movement.Content:introduce package contenthow to wear finger cots, and why
1b. Preparing case partsYour watch case comes pre-assembled in order to keep it clean. This part will show you the individual parts of a case.Content:How to open case backHow to place parts
1c. Precautions during movement installationMechanical movement is the soul of a watch. It takes great care to install it. In this part, we’ll show you what to be mindful of when you install the movement. Content:Introduction of different parts of a movementAreas you should not touchAreas you can apply pressure on
1d. Removal and installation of stem and crownWatch assembly and basic watch repair require you to install and remove the stem and crown. You will need to do this multiple times throughout this workshop.Content:Function of crownHow to remove and install crown
1e. Installing dialInstalling the hour wheel springBefore installing the dial, you need to install the hour wheel spring onto the movement. Notice which is the top side, and place it onto the central hour wheel (highlighted below).With the spring in place, you can proceed to the next guide on dial installation. The spring can easily fall off, so make sure it stays in place throughout the process.
1. Identify the hour wheel (highlighted in green)
2. Identify the top side of the spring
3. Place the spring onto the hour wheel
With the hour wheel spring installed, we will install the dial.Please choose below the type of dial you’re assembling:
Normal dial, sandwich dial, skeleton dial (opaque metal)
In this part, we will install the dial. After assembling them, we will proceed to the next part, where we install the watch hands.Content:Install dial onto the movement
Your sandwich dial has a top and bottom layer. Normally they should come assembled in the kit, but if they fall off, you can reassemble them by aligning the feet and hole indicated by the arrows.
The following pictures indicate the movement dial holes (green spot):
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82S0 movement without factory movement holder
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82S0 movement with factory movement holder
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NH35 movement
NH70 & NH72 movement
Optional: How to remove the dial
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To remove the dial, simply use a screw driver, and insert it in between the dial and the movement or movement holder. Inserting the screw driver next to the dial feet will give you a better control. For Seiko NH movements, you can find slots on the movement holder for this purpose.
Sapphire dial (transparent)
In this part, we will install the sapphire dial. After assembling them, we will proceed to the next part, where we install the watch hands.Content:Install dial onto the movementLearn how to remove the dial safely
1f. Installing movement holderIn this part, we will install the movement holder onto the movement assembly.Content:How to install the movement holder
2: Hand Installation and Adjustment
If this is your first time installing hands, it might be quite difficult. You can take a break first before continuing.
Hand installation instruction
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3: Installing Case and Other Parts
3a. Cleaning parts and movement assemblyInstruction on how to clean parts and movement assemblyContent:Using hand pumpUsing rodicoUsing peg wood
3b. Cleaning watch caseIn this part, we will clean the watch caseContent:Avoid touching the inside of caseUsing rodico, peg wood, and suede for cleaning
3c. Installing chapter ring and watch caseIn this part, we will install the movement assembly with hands into the caseContent:Installing assemblyAligning movement and stemInstalling case back
3d. (optional) Installing custom rotorIf you have customised a rotor, replace the Seiko rotor with your custom rotor.Content:Finding the right screwdriverRemoving the rotorPutting on the new rotor
If you need to reinstall any of the components, you can refer to this:
case removal instruction
FINAL CHECK!
Check for proper watch functions by winding and setting time. When hands are being turned, check if they come into contact with other hands or parts.Check for dust or dirt on crystal, hands, dial or other parts. If needed, you can remove the case to clean the inside.Check if the case back is securely fastened. If not, water resistance capability of the watch might be compromised.
Almost there!Good job! You are now one step away from your DIY watch!
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39 mm · Otomatik