I'm a professional watchmaker, I service all the watch brands including Rolex and Patek Philippe, and I make watch parts as well, I have to say, I'm impressed with your video. you did well.
I've thought about building myself a custom watch but after watching many videos i decided against it. Not because it is "hard" but for one simple reason if i'm gonna start i'm not gonna stop.
My AliExpress cart was loaded with all kinds of watch parts, but I didn’t place the order for the very same reason. Once I start, I know I won’t be able to stop
If you want a tiny pop of color you can put a small piece of clear tape over the back of the date window on the dial and color the tape with a sharpie. Once it's sealed up no dust will get on the tape so it stays clean and just looks like a custom colored date wheel - but for basically free, with no movement demo, and easy removal. This works best on white day/date wheels.
I'm not much of a watch (or jewellery) wearer. In fact, even clothes get on my nerves! But this video has just inspired me to make one of these watches, because it does look absolutely awesome. Another cracking video, Elliot - keep 'em coming!!
That's actually pretty well done when you're just starting out, that is a really nice built and we love it! It's Seiko movement will guaranteed accuracy and the looks are just brilliant, brings a smile to my face when i see you finished it.
I discovered you when I started modding handhelds and then rediscovered you when I started building watches. I never put two and two together that it was the same person. Just another thing on this channel to love! Also damn I'm gonna have to build a transparent watch now
FYI little trick is to use the movement case as a clamp for the temporary stem. You then pull on that while pushing the stem release button and it’s so easy!
@@elisabef as long as you have things for pushing the hands, a movement holder or cushion, a plastic ball for opening and closing the case, wire cutters for the stem, and rodico for holding and cleaning, you should be all set. Additionally, a hand dust air blower and plastic twizzers
I have always liked how those diver watches looked but never paid attention to them because of the price. Now you got me ordering parts from aliexpress and spending my hard earned money. You will explain this to my wife man!
got my 39mm with the white dial on the 3-link "Bader" bracelet watch on AMZWATCH 3 weeks ago and am loving it to pieces. Absolute fantastic watch that wears super comfortable on my 6.75 inch wrist. Chose the 3-link over the 5-link bracelet for the toolless quick adjustment. Way more comfortable than my Longines Hydroconquest 41 mm.
I find it a bit easier if after you have the hour hand in place, you set the time to 6 o'clock before trying to put on the minute hand. That way the hour hand isn't in the way when you are trying to align the minute hand.
That is so cool! I used to be into watch repairs as a hobby. It was fun, but the cost of buying even broken movements was absurd. I didn't even know you could get watch building parts from China, and there's so much variety to build a completely custom watch for a low cost. Time to get ordering. Thanks for the inspiration!
This guy is a multi talented.. An artist of multi arts.. He's the singer, he can be the repairman.. He's also the mechanic.. Now he's the watchmaker.. Another sub for you.. Keep it up!
Been watching your videos for a while now and was inspired to start a collection. Started with the AMZWATCH, its specs for price and clean looks, now am looking for a dress watch to add.
love how he made the mistake with the crown in the first video and now it is it's own little segment that has the lore for the day one's of the watchmaking series. Love your videos Eliot you're inspiring
This is actually such a cool build, I've seen all your other ones and this might be my favourite I've seen you build. So unique, and I've actually bought the same parts to make a watch in the same style
I absolutely love watches, the high end watch brands are out of my budget but the AMZWATCH has literally an almost duplicate of every single watch on the market . Always a great but no matter your budget.
Been watching your videos for a while now and was inspired to start a collection. Started with the MAMACOO, its specs for price and clean looks, now am looking for a dress watch to add.
I’d recommend going to his first watch making video! He outlines his tools he got for his first time and as he posts more watch vids, he upgrades them. Also, would recommend watching his “building my dream gmt watch” where he gets some new ones
@@jojos438 I've watched all of these already. I'm interested in the small changes and what difficulty each upgraded tool eases. If I'm going to jump headfirst I'd like all the information and opinion I can get
well other than if you like the design then whats the point? they have specific features tailored to the people theyre made for. scuba divers/navy divers wear rolex submariners, pilots/military pilots wear hamilton aviators etc.... Its always funny seeing a random guy in a $50 suit wearing a $5000 scuba divers watch 😂😂 but for real though if you like it wear it 👍🏼
I bought a black Seiko automatic a few years ago and it's a great watch. Your videos inspired me to do a white and silver Ali Express custom Seiko for a more summertime look, I love it and it's actually more accurate! Really tricky to source blue glow everything, but it looks great and the hands have a sort of Tiffany Blue color that's quite striking Also, not sure if you know, but you can get day & date dials that are lumed too
this would have been super sick with a skeleton movement to match the clear aspect of the watch! been loving these watch videos infact im going to order some parts and build a set for my dad and my brothers and your videos inspired me to make one and yesterday i made my first watch!
Thank you, inspiring. Ordered the parts, and having at it. First build newbie question... When attaching the second hand, does the tiny barrel on the second hand go down (dial side) or up (on top, facing the case front). Great video.
Great video, very accurate analysis. In my 4.5 years in the game as a watch collector and enthusiast, I collected a lot from MAMACOO I was thinking I was able to get a blue SD but I'm not vip enough, but I'm not giving up. Hehe. Great video.
Let me address your intro.. 1. If ever there was an argument to be made for using a high-grade Sellita instead of the basic nh35 I think this is it. The nh35 is a very good movement and there is a certain beauty to any mechanical movement, but I would not call the NH 35 pretty. 2. That is an oyster style not a jubilee. 3. That class is pretty dreadful but they do make replacement clasps. I think the thing that bothers me about it the most is not that it's so cheap, but that it's a fashion watch style trifold with no micro adjust, when they could have put an equally cheap divers clasp on it and had something a little bit more appropriate. This is an interesting build and I will be interested to see how it goes. Thanks for sharing with us!
I'm a professional watchmaker, I service all the watch brands including Rolex and Patek Philippe, and I make watch parts as well, I have to say, I'm impressed with your video. you did well.
Wow
Awesome!
Rad!
Cool!
cheeseburger
Bro - you should do way more watch-building videos. You're quite good at them, and they are calming to the soul and pleasing to the eye - bravo!
Replace the outer bezel with a half-red, half-blue to make a “crystal pepsi” watch 😂😂
I miss Crystal Pepsi
Pepsi with ice
I hate that I love the crystal pepsi reference.
@@simonstough7145 I know... it's horrible... but SUPER tempting to make it happen. :D :D
LoL, that would be amazing.
I've thought about building myself a custom watch but after watching many videos i decided against it. Not because it is "hard" but for one simple reason if i'm gonna start i'm not gonna stop.
My AliExpress cart was loaded with all kinds of watch parts, but I didn’t place the order for the very same reason. Once I start, I know I won’t be able to stop
Both of you can make contents out of this ....
Always nice to have a hobby
If you want a tiny pop of color you can put a small piece of clear tape over the back of the date window on the dial and color the tape with a sharpie. Once it's sealed up no dust will get on the tape so it stays clean and just looks like a custom colored date wheel - but for basically free, with no movement demo, and easy removal. This works best on white day/date wheels.
Damn you, Elliot! First you made me mod my Game Boy and now you made me build my own watch!
I have too many hobbies. I didn't need this one, but here I am placing my Aliexpress order.
My first order hasn’t came in yet and I’m ordering parts for another😂
Waiting to see a skeletonized dial with transparent build 🤩
There's some brands that sell those that aren't ridiculously expensive. They look so cool.
@gotworc Cool!, got any names?
I'm not much of a watch (or jewellery) wearer. In fact, even clothes get on my nerves! But this video has just inspired me to make one of these watches, because it does look absolutely awesome. Another cracking video, Elliot - keep 'em coming!!
That's actually pretty well done when you're just starting out, that is a really nice built and we love it! It's Seiko movement will guaranteed accuracy and the looks are just brilliant, brings a smile to my face when i see you finished it.
I discovered you when I started modding handhelds and then rediscovered you when I started building watches. I never put two and two together that it was the same person. Just another thing on this channel to love!
Also damn I'm gonna have to build a transparent watch now
FYI little trick is to use the movement case as a clamp for the temporary stem. You then pull on that while pushing the stem release button and it’s so easy!
I have absolutely loved these watch videos! I've made 3 myself!!
That's awesome! I’m glad you enjoy them :)
Gathering courage to build my first. Tho my shaky hands are against me :D
any tools u recommend? i’ve got my whole first build picked out now im just making sure i have all tools that could help me
@@elisabef as long as you have things for pushing the hands, a movement holder or cushion, a plastic ball for opening and closing the case, wire cutters for the stem, and rodico for holding and cleaning, you should be all set. Additionally, a hand dust air blower and plastic twizzers
@@elliotcollthx for inspiring me I have built 6+ watches at this point
I have always liked how those diver watches looked but never paid attention to them because of the price. Now you got me ordering parts from aliexpress and spending my hard earned money. You will explain this to my wife man!
got my 39mm with the white dial on the 3-link "Bader" bracelet watch on AMZWATCH 3 weeks ago and am loving it to pieces. Absolute fantastic watch that wears super comfortable on my 6.75 inch wrist. Chose the 3-link over the 5-link bracelet for the toolless quick adjustment. Way more comfortable than my Longines Hydroconquest 41 mm.
Nice combo! I'd never considered a transparent case, rather than a transparent back, but I like the end product! Perfect for no-sleeve summers.
If you have a 3D printer, you can print out a transparent clasp, different types of bands and even jelly straps.
Outstanding video.I have to go with the MAMACOO, especially with that green dial as my favorite
I find it a bit easier if after you have the hour hand in place, you set the time to 6 o'clock before trying to put on the minute hand. That way the hour hand isn't in the way when you are trying to align the minute hand.
That is so cool! I used to be into watch repairs as a hobby. It was fun, but the cost of buying even broken movements was absurd. I didn't even know you could get watch building parts from China, and there's so much variety to build a completely custom watch for a low cost. Time to get ordering. Thanks for the inspiration!
This guy is a multi talented.. An artist of multi arts.. He's the singer, he can be the repairman.. He's also the mechanic.. Now he's the watchmaker.. Another sub for you.. Keep it up!
This is one of the coolest things I've seen in a while. Will be trying out this project soon!
Love AMZWATCH watch， Such a great looking watch to match with the precisionist movement.
first video of yours I'm seeing and I am hooked! Such great energy and commentary - makes me want to make a watch of my own
Been watching your videos for a while now and was inspired to start a collection. Started with the AMZWATCH, its specs for price and clean looks, now am looking for a dress watch to add.
elliot had a glow up!! looking good king
Imagine playing on a see through gameboy and having these on your wrist. Yes.
I remember when he first started doing these watch buildings. It’s great to see him doing it like an expert.
okay this is sick. I havent seen you show up in my feed in years, I didnt know you were into watches? Good to see you again.
That bracelet is like an oyster bracelet, not the jubilee. Cool vídeo
So if that’s what people do on a rainy day in England, then that explains Big Ben 😂
Crystal seiko pogue would be kinda cool, you did amazing btw!!
love how he made the mistake with the crown in the first video and now it is it's own little segment that has the lore for the day one's of the watchmaking series. Love your videos Eliot you're inspiring
the process is so cool
This is actually such a cool build, I've seen all your other ones and this might be my favourite I've seen you build. So unique, and I've actually bought the same parts to make a watch in the same style
That's actually a pretty cool looking watch.
Each one of these watch builds gets better and better they’re amazing!
Love your channel with so many stellar watches! For me the AMZWATCH’ watch is my favorite. Keep the videos coming. Thanks.
Always a good day when your video drops!Great video as always.Can’t beat it for MAMACOO watches！
I absolutely love watches, the high end watch brands are out of my budget but the AMZWATCH has literally an almost duplicate of every single watch on the market . Always a great but no matter your budget.
Love it how enthousiastic the man is 😊
You should’ve tried one of those half exposed dials. Where the half of it is “missing”
Do you have a link to an example?
@@havarhen youtube doesmt let me post links. But there are ones with transparant parts in the middle amd some with round holes around the date
@@havarheni think she ment skeletonized/skeleton dial hands.
You're thinking of a skeleton or "open heart" dial.
Nice build. Thanks for sharing
Who knew I would enjoy watching someone building a watch... 😮
Well done Elliott .. keep doing the watches as well as your game consoles
Been watching your videos for a while now and was inspired to start a collection. Started with the MAMACOO, its specs for price and clean looks, now am looking for a dress watch to add.
Love this! would love to see a square/ women's watch build next!
I recently finished my first build after watching your videos. This case looks great
1:05 Jubilee bracelet :) I mean cmon. :P
Please can you make a "Tools" video? Id love to see an outline of the most effective tools you've found so far for watchmaking
I’d recommend going to his first watch making video! He outlines his tools he got for his first time and as he posts more watch vids, he upgrades them. Also, would recommend watching his “building my dream gmt watch” where he gets some new ones
@@jojos438 I've watched all of these already. I'm interested in the small changes and what difficulty each upgraded tool eases. If I'm going to jump headfirst I'd like all the information and opinion I can get
I am so happy you’re into watches! Always loved your gameboy videos. Glad to see you’re still at it making kick ass videos!!
Nice vid, thanks ❤🎉
ngl.. that turned out way nicer than expected
Apparently it's James Bond's fault that the submariner became iconic and ok to wear with suits.
well other than if you like the design then whats the point? they have specific features tailored to the people theyre made for. scuba divers/navy divers wear rolex submariners, pilots/military pilots wear hamilton aviators etc.... Its always funny seeing a random guy in a $50 suit wearing a $5000 scuba divers watch 😂😂
but for real though if you like it wear it 👍🏼
I love to watch these watch videos! Also the lighting in the background looks so good. The watch turned out so cool!
What a brilliant video! Thank you for sharing and being so transparent with the process. Looks like I've picked up a new hobby!😊
I love it every single time a DIY watchmaker finishes a UA-cam video by saying thanks for watch...ing
please never stop making these videos lol i love them
The watch is so cool. I think NH70 would have looked so good with this transparent case.
Now this is one I'm interested in trying for myself, transparent anything is always cool
I absolutely love these videos 😻 this is such a nice hobby
Fantastic concept.. Great video as always.. you rock.
Shouldn't the dial feet be secured by the dial screws being tightened?
I bought a black Seiko automatic a few years ago and it's a great watch. Your videos inspired me to do a white and silver Ali Express custom Seiko for a more summertime look, I love it and it's actually more accurate! Really tricky to source blue glow everything, but it looks great and the hands have a sort of Tiffany Blue color that's quite striking
Also, not sure if you know, but you can get day & date dials that are lumed too
I love how much you love this watch. Super cool! thumbs up
It came out so well 😊
You've really improved since the first time you built one of these! That was quick! Btw I like your current hairstyle! :)
How cool is that?! Love it. What a unique watch. I might have to go shopping in a little bit...
You look quite dapper my guy ❤ literally have watched your whole channel glow up.
this would have been super sick with a skeleton movement to match the clear aspect of the watch! been loving these watch videos infact im going to order some parts and build a set for my dad and my brothers and your videos inspired me to make one and yesterday i made my first watch!
The silver meteorite one in this case would be even better I think, damn so good!
Thank you, inspiring. Ordered the parts, and having at it. First build newbie question...
When attaching the second hand, does the tiny barrel on the second hand go down (dial side)
or up (on top, facing the case front). Great video.
Loved it, absolutely unique… can’t wait for the next vid!
You are making me addicted to watch making ❤❤❤❤
Looks beautiful man!
Great video, very accurate analysis. In my 4.5 years in the game as a watch collector and enthusiast, I collected a lot from MAMACOO I was thinking I was able to get a blue SD but I'm not vip enough, but I'm not giving up. Hehe. Great video.
That’s awesome! It would be great with the nh72 skeleton movement.
absolute beauty bonkers bro
Reminds me of a retro scuba swatch. Really liking it.
I actually love this.
Love your channel with so many stellar watches! For me the MAMACOO’ watch is my favorite. Keep the videos coming. Thanks.
8:10 justice for that hour hand 😂
Fun looking watch!
I love these types of videos I've watched all of them. I've made a whole collection of 6 that I've made myself because of these videos. keep it up!!
Absolutely loving these watch videos, food and your videos go hand in hand 😄
Let me address your intro..
1. If ever there was an argument to be made for using a high-grade Sellita instead of the basic nh35 I think this is it. The nh35 is a very good movement and there is a certain beauty to any mechanical movement, but I would not call the NH 35 pretty.
2. That is an oyster style not a jubilee.
3. That class is pretty dreadful but they do make replacement clasps. I think the thing that bothers me about it the most is not that it's so cheap, but that it's a fashion watch style trifold with no micro adjust, when they could have put an equally cheap divers clasp on it and had something a little bit more appropriate.
This is an interesting build and I will be interested to see how it goes. Thanks for sharing with us!
That’s clean af
Where do you get your watch tools?
You have really great taste, I am enjoying your builds! 🙌🏻🙌🏻 Cheers!
Nice!! I think you got better at this
that came out clean 👌🏻
Ok that looks clean af
When will can see the collection ??
really cool mate
Again, i love your Videos Elliot! Thank you 😊
Beautiful watch love this content
I love these videos it looks amazing.
such a great and relaxing video - instant sub!!
You should sell these, I'd cop🔥
I had no idea you were into watches too. Great video