Category: custom build

Black & White

Not usually one to order parts for a watch until I had imagined and settled on what I wanted to create But I had done exactly that. I just thought the case was curious enough to order it, but then had forgotten all about it. I didn’t even purchase I dial or decide on what…

15/04/2023
Ostero-horology!?

I love learning about the history behind horology and the varied methodology and styles used to produce a timepiece, for me, however, the skeleton movements arouse the most curiosity. The aesthetic appeal of seeing the inner workings such as the gears and main spring moving can not be ignored. The tradition of the Skeleton movement…

10/04/2023
Hold my Root beer

I quite like the gold and silver combo, or the “root beer” rose gold and steel. We all know which watch inspired the term, and that’s the Rolex GMT Master II in rose gold and steel. A premium high-tier luxury watch that indeed comes at a premium. Probably one of the most copied dual colour…

07/04/2023
A classic case

In recasting the decorative “Nomega” open heart dial and NH39 movement from the current heavy case to something more subtle to show off the dial a bit more. I chose a 39mm polished stainless steel case. I just to need to find straps for this one before I can call this project done.

25/03/2023
Relaxed SKX007 GMT

I love the Seiko SKX007, an iconic Seiko design, a size that also suits so many. Not too large for my small wrists, or indeed for my wife also. But there isn’t a GMT version, so I made one. Starting with a brushed steel case and featuring the recently released Seiko NH34a 24 Jewel GMT…

24/03/2023