Watch hand installation detailed guide part 2: Second hand setting (Challenging!) DIY Watch Club 2026-09-23 | Watch hand installation detailed guide part 2: Second hand setting (Challenging!)
Flame Bluing Hands x Sector Dial DIY Watch Club 2025-09-23 | Calling all sector dial fans! How about a twist with flame-blued hands on this prototype? We’d love to hear your thoughts—drop a comment below and tell us what you think! 🙂#diy#diywatchclub#diywatch#watchmod#watchmodding#watchmods#watchmod#watchofinstagram
New prototype! DIY Watch Club 2025-09-12 | Here’s another prototype watch— a 42mm diver with a new case design that’s a bit heavier. It’s also very watch-mod friendly. Does this sound like something you’d like? Please comment below and let us know!#diy#diywatchclub#diywatch#watchmaker#watchmod#watchmodder#watchmods#watchmodding#watchlover
DIY Watch not running? Let’s troubleshoot DIY Watch Club 2025-09-04 | Having trouble with your watch? Whether it’s not running or running too fast, we totally get how frustrating that can be.That’s why we made a troubleshooting video to guide you through some common watchmaking issues and how to fix them.Check it out and see if it helps get your timepiece back on track! ⌚✨#WatchTroubleshooting #WatchCare #TimepieceTips #WatchesOfInstagram#diy#diywatch#diywatchclub
Can you guess which watches inspired this case design? DIY Watch Club 2025-08-22 | We’re working on a new watch series and would love to hear your thoughts on the finishing! 🤩And... can you guess which watches inspired this case design? 😏Share your ideas and guesses in the comments—can’t wait to see what you think! 👇⌚#WatchFam #WatchVibes #NewWatch #WatchStyle #YourThoughts
Upgraded Basic Tools Box DIY Watch Club 2025-08-15 | Some of you may have noticed that we’ve updated the design of our Basic Tools box. If this is your first time assembling your DIY watch, rest assured it has everything you’ll need.
A new prototype - A aventurine dial! DIY Watch Club 2025-08-02 | Gonna have to re-print this dial... Btw, would you be interested in seeing our dial printing setup? Let us know if you do!And we would love to have your feedback for this prototype! Do you prefer the minute track, or do you think it looks better without it? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!#watchcommunity#prototype#aventurine#watchdesign#feedbackwanted#diywatch#diy#diywatchclub
Struggling to remove the stem and crown? DIY Watch Club 2025-07-17 | Struggling to remove the stem and crown?We get it—that’s why we’ve designed a variety of tools to make it easier for you!By the way, our newest tool still doesn’t have a name. Got any creative ideas? Drop your suggestions in the comments below! 😊#diywatchclub#diywatch#watchmaking#watchmakingtool#watchmod#watchmodding#seikomod
A Summer GMT Diver DIY Watch Club 2025-07-10 | It’s summer time, and we wanted to bring you something refreshing. Some of you also asked for a silver bezel insert diver — so here we are! A vibrant orange FKM watch band to brighten up your days.We hope you love this summer-ready addition as much as we do! Let us know what you think. ☀️⌚️ #DIYWatchClub #SummerSet #SilverBezelDiver #FreshStyle#diywatch#gmtdiver#gmt
A Vintage German design? DIY Watch Club 2025-07-03 | Many think that this is a modern minimalist design, but it’s actually from the 1930s. There are vintage watches from A. Lange & Söhne, STOWA, Longines with similar designs and NOMOS made it extremely popular.We are exploring a small second hand design that will make the assembly easier (we all know how difficult it is to assemble the sweeping second hand), and we thought this Bauhaus design direction could be interesting. What do you think? Let us know your thoughts!#diywatchclub#bauhaus#bauhausdesign#vintagewatch#watchaddiction#watchaddict#watchofinstagram#diywatch
A perfect daily driver ;) DIY Watch Club 2025-07-01 | ✈️ Our founder @q.lai just made himself a his own perfect daily driver! ⌚️ And it's a pilot watch :)60hr power reserve, a movement that doesn't break the bank, great legibility, comfort and... Almost COSC accuracy! What do YOU think about this build? Drop your thoughts in the comments below! 👇#PilotWatch #DailyDriver #WatchModding #CustomWatches #DIYWatchClub #WatchCommunity
Movement Kit – Assemble Your First Watch Movement DIY Watch Club 2025-06-27 | We’ve been getting a lot of questions about whether we’ll offer a movement kit—yes, a kit that lets YOU assemble a watch movement and use it in your very own DIY watch! 🛠️⌚The good news? Our first prototype is here and it’s looking amazing! 😍We want to hear from YOU!👉 Comment below and tell us what you think! Would you be excited to build your own watch movement?#DIYWatchClub #WatchMovement #Watchmaking #diywatch #CustomWatches #WatchAssembly #PrototypeReveal
New ANTIMAGNETIC prototype watches! DIY Watch Club 2025-06-19 | We think it'd be fun to build watches with antimagnetic cages; turns out we can even drill holes into the soft iron cages; would you prefer that or a closed case back? Let us know in the comments below!
Changing straps with quick-release functions (under 60 seconds) DIY Watch Club 2025-05-30 | This is a quick instruction to help out our community on the usage of straps with quick release spring barsIf you are looking for straps, please feel free to consider our options here: https://shop.diywatch.club/collections/straps=====Join us to explore the possibilities of at-home watchmaking! We are working on everything from assembling/modding watches, regulating movements, and even bluing your own steel watch hands at home!▶At-home watchmaker's shop: https://shop.diywatch.club/▶Instagram (@diywatchclub): instagram.com/diywatchclub (we have a weekly giveaway)▶Facebook: facebook.com/diywatchclub Happy watchmaking!
Curious about the perfect size for a Retso watch? 🤔 #diywatch DIY Watch Club 2025-05-28 | Curious about the perfect size for a Retso watch? 🤔Our 35mm and 38.5mm Mosel series both deliver the ideal mix of style and comfort. Plus, we’ve just introduced a longer strap option for the 35mm Mosel to fit you even better!What about you— which size do you prefer? Let us know below
A New Pro Tools Box! DIY Watch Club 2025-05-23 | Hey watch fam! ⌚️ The wait is finally over — our all-new Pro Tools Watchmaking Box is here, and it’s loaded with upgrades you’re gonna love. We’ve packed in more high-quality tools so whether you’re making your first DIY watch or just want a reliable toolkit for the long haul, this box has got you covered.If you’re serious about customizing or maintaining your timepieces, this is the perfect kit to step up your game. Ready to dive in? Drop a comment below and tell us what you think! =)#diy#diywatchclub#diywatch#watchmaker#watchmakingtools#watchmania#watchmod#watchmodding
Installing GMT watch hands for the MIYOTA 9075 and TMI NH34 / SEIKO 4R34 (Part 1: GMT, Hr, Min) DIY Watch Club 2025-05-23 | This is the watch hand installation video guide for GMT mechanical movements like the MIYOTA 9075 and the TMI/SEIKO NH34. We also cover details on how to achieve the best alignment for these movements.After completing your GMT, hour and min hands, you can proceed to the next video for second hand installation: youtube.com/watch?v=52oz1bgpLtAIf you need the tools, you can consider our tools here: https://shop.diywatch.club/collections/watchmaking-toolsUseful timestamps:▶00:00 - Introduction▶00:22 - Making sure we have good dial alignment▶00:42 - Securing the movement▶01:05 - Taking a look at the posts, the watch hands and choosing the correct watch hand setting tools▶01:56 - GMT hand part 1: Aligning and loosely setting the GMT 24-hour watch hand▶03:29 - GMT hand part 2: Setting the GMT 24-hour watch hand to the correct height▶04:08 - Techniques for adjusting watch hands if they tilt up or down▶04:33 - Aligning and setting the hour hand▶06:00 - Aligning and setting the minute handJoin us to explore the possibilities of at-home watchmaking! We are working on everything from assembling/modding watches, regulating movements, and even bluing your own steel watch hands at home!▶At-home watchmaker's shop: https://shop.diywatch.club/▶Instagram (@diywatchclub): instagram.com/diywatchclub (we have a weekly giveaway)▶Facebook: facebook.com/diywatchclub Happy watchmaking!
Our Destro watch is now officially available! DIY Watch Club 2025-05-15 | Our Destro watch is now officially available! What makes this watch special? Watch this reel to find out, and hear directly from our founder who’s excited to share more details with you.#diy#diywatchclub#diywatch#watchofinstagram#lefthandwatch#destrowatch#watchoftheday
Hey skeleton and diver watch fans!What do you think of this design? #diverwatch #divewatch DIY Watch Club 2025-05-12 | Hey skeleton and diver watch fans!What do you think of this design?Let us know in the comments below! =)
How to use your GMT mechanical watch (Seiko NH34/4R34 caller GMT vs Miyota 9075 flyer GMT) DIY Watch Club 2025-05-09 | In this video, we cover how we use a Seiko or Miyota powered GMT watch. With this video we cover the differences between the two, and understand why the Seiko NH34 (4R34) is called the office/caller GMT, while the Miyota 9075 is called the traveler, flyer or even the "True" GMTUseful timestamps:00:00 Start00:36 Comparing the Office/Caller vs the Traveller/Flyer/True GMT01:19 Why the "TRUE" GMT?01:54 How to use your GMT watches02:38 Setting the "Home" time03:13 Quick setting the second timezone04:01 Using the bezels
The Destro Watch! 🕒（coming real soon!) DIY Watch Club 2025-05-06 | We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our latest innovation – the Destro Watch! 🕒（coming real soon!) Also known as the ”left-handed watch,“ it‘s designed with lefties in mind (but hey, right-handed folks might find it cool too ).Tap on this reel 🎥 and let our founder @q.lai share all the deets about this game-changing timepiece!
An exciting update on the progress of our chronograph. DIY Watch Club 2025-05-01 | Great news! This is what you’ve all been waiting for-an exciting update on the progress of our chronograph. Come take a look!
Reached 100K followers + 5th Anniversary celebration DIY Watch Club 2025-04-07 | Huge Milestone! 🎂We’ve just hit 100,000 followers on Instagram and it’s our 5th anniversary! 🎉 Thanks so much for joining us on this incredible journey! To celebrate, we’re giving away 5 FREE Miyota 9 Series GMT Diver Watchmaking Kits! 🕰️ Our founder @q.lai has some exciting details to share in this reel video.How to Join the Giveaway?1️⃣ Follow us on Instagram to get started.2️⃣ Create a post (not a story) showcasing your DIY Watch Club watch and tag us @diywatchclub. Make sure your profile is public so we can see it! 📸3️⃣ Giveaway ends on April 17th at 12 AM PST, and we’ll announce the winners on April 18th, 2025.We’re looking for creativity, production value, and interaction, so get creative and surprise us! 🥂🤩
Another new prototype! #diywatch #diywatchclub #watch #seikomod DIY Watch Club 2025-04-03 | To design something interesting and different for the DIY Watch Club community, our founder @q.lai is stretching himself to design a watch that’s completely opposite to his design tendencies. We now have a prototype; please let us know how you feel about this watch. Should we keep this design?#diy#diywatchclub#diywatch#watchmod#watchmodding#watchmods#seikomonsterdiver#seikomods
Vintage Rolex inspired watchcase with sapphire crystal? DIY Watch Club 2025-03-25 | What if we paired a vintage diver case with a sapphire crystal? Or should we stick with the classic Acrylite 8N specialty vintage high-dome acrylic? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! 💬✨#diywatchclub#diywatch#watchmod#watchmods#watchmodder#watchmania#watchcase#sapphirecrystal
Posture Difference: Is 40 Seconds per Day Significant? DIY Watch Club 2025-03-18 | Posture Difference: Is 40 Seconds per Day Significant?What’s a good benchmark? Let our founder provide some insight.
The issue with the Hangzhou 500 series micro-rotor? #diywatch #diywatchclub #mechanicalwatch DIY Watch Club 2025-03-14 | We are considering using the Hangzhou 5000 series micro-rotor movement in our series, but like any option, it has its pros and cons. Would you choose a micro-rotor movement with higher positional accuracy deviations (less accurate) or a more accurate, simple hand wound movement from seagull?
Some people call the Flyer’s GMT the “TRUE” GMT! What’s behind this distinction? DIY Watch Club 2025-03-11 | Last week, we sparked a conversation about Traveler’s/Flyer’s GMT vs Caller’s/Office GMT. Some even call the Flyer’s GMT the “TRUE” GMT! So, what’s behind this distinction? Check out this reel video as our founder shares the insights! #GMT#WatchEnthusiasts#TimepieceTalk#diywatch#diy#diywatch#diycrafts#watchoftheday#truegmt#gmtwatch#gmtdiver
Understand the difference between Office/Caller and Traveler’s/ Flyer’s GMT in one minute! ⏰ DIY Watch Club 2025-03-06 | ...
MASSIVE UPGRADE - Seiko Second Hand Installation Tool DIY Watch Club 2025-02-23 | The popular Seiko second hand installation tool is back in stock with an upgrade! Check out our latest video to see what makes it different👍🏻🤗#diywatchclub#diywatch#watchmodding#seikomod#watchmods
Tracking 3 time zone! DIY Watch Club 2025-02-20 | Juggling multiple time zones? ✈️🌍 Learn how to use your GMT diver watch to track THREE time zones at once! #diywatch #gmtwatch #diywatchclub
Tourbillon Dial - The simplistic beauty DIY Watch Club 2025-02-06 | Some folks have mentioned that our tourbillon dial is a little too simple. Check out this reel where our founder talks about how we design and make the tourbillon dial. You might just see why we love keeping it simple!
35mm dress watch powered by a 8315 movement DIY Watch Club 2025-01-18 | Vintage watches are typically smaller than 36mm. That’s why we’ve created a 35mm Mosel series dress watch kit just for you. Featuring the Miyota 8315 movement, it offers an impressive 60-hour power reserve. We hope you enjoy this elegant new combination!
Our new Black x Grey GMT bezel insert! DIY Watch Club 2025-01-08 | We are excited to introduce our new Black x Grey GMT bezel insert! We’ve paired it with various watches to see which combinations shine the brightest. Share your thoughts in the comments and tell us which look you prefer!
What’s been our best-selling watch of 2024? - WWT #61 DIY Watch Club 2025-01-01 | What’s been our best-selling watch of 2024? And which timepiece has won the heart of our founder this year? 🕰️Thank you all for your incredible support throughout 2024! We’re buzzing with excitement to unveil our new products to you. Happy New Year! 🎉
We are giving out a Tourbillon kit! - WWT #60 DIY Watch Club 2024-12-18 | 🎉 The biggest giveaway ever is here! We are giving out a Tourbillon kit! (component pack) And if this is not enough, we are bundling it with a bluing kit as well. We invite all members of the DIY Watch Club Community to join in on the fun ❤️How to enter:1️⃣Like the Instagram post (instagram.com/p/DDtnyQ1Rl9n) 2️⃣Create an IG post (not an IG story) showcasing your DIY Watch Club watch and TAG us @diywatchclub. Please note that we can only see PUBLIC profiles, so make sure yours is set to public!3️⃣The giveaway ends on December 21 at 12 AM (PST), and we’ll announce the winner on December 23, 2024. We hope you enjoy this special Christmas gift 🎁🎁P.S. We will evaluate entries based on three criteria: Creativity, Production Value, and Interaction. So get creative and surprise us! 😄✨
What the numbers on the GMT bezel inserts mean? WWT - #59 DIY Watch Club 2024-12-10 | Ever wondered what the numbers on the GMT bezel inserts mean? And why the two-tone color? 🤔 Let our founder explain all the details! Stay tuned to learn more about the fascinating design and functionality.
Our 40mm diver with a stainless steel bracelet watchmaking kit is now available - WWT #58 DIY Watch Club 2024-12-05 | We’ve heard your excitement, and it’s finally here!Our 40mm diver with a stainless steel bracelet watchmaking kit is now available! Plus, check out that stunning blue bezel insert. We hope you love this combo.P.S. The 9075 Miyota kit will be ready in just a few days! Stay tuned!
A New 40mm Diver Modding Combo - WWT #57 DIY Watch Club 2024-11-26 | 📣📣Check out our new modding combo! It’s a 40mm diver with extra bezel inserts and straps, including new red and green bezel inserts. There’s also a new army green nylon fabric strap! 🖤🖤🙌🏻By the way, thanks to your feedback, we’ve added the NH38 as an option to eliminate the Phantom Date😀
The 9075 Miyota GMT is coming real soon! - WWT #56 DIY Watch Club 2024-11-19 | We know many of you have been eagerly awaiting the 9075 Miyota GMT Diver, and it’s almost ready to launch!But we need your help! We’re still finalizing the combos, such as which straps and bezel inserts to pair with it. If you have any ideas or favorites, please let us know. Thanks for your input and support =D
New Dial VD03 - WWT #55 DIY Watch Club 2024-11-13 | We just launched a new watchmaking kit with the brand new VD03 dial! It features an NH35 movement. What do you think?
The Best Travel Watch - WWT #54 DIY Watch Club 2024-11-06 | Our founder is on vacation! 🌍 Can you guess which travel watch is his favorite? Let us know what you think!
THE BRONZE CASE IS BACK! - WWT #53 DIY Watch Club 2024-10-16 | We’ve updated the design of our bronze watch! Check out our founder’s video to see the changes and compare it with our 925 plated silver case. Let us know which one you prefer!
Our New Black X Gold Dive Watch - WWT #52 DIY Watch Club 2024-10-08 | Have you checked out our new black and gold sapphire dial diver? Let our founder highlight some key features of this stunning watch.
Progress update on our chronograph watchmaking kit - WWT #51 DIY Watch Club 2024-10-06 | We’re making great progress on our chronograph watchmaking kit and are thrilled to announce that a brand new watchmaking tool is in the works! Stay tuned for more details. #Watchmaking #Chronograph #NewTools #diy#diywatchclub#diywatch#watchmaking
Preassembled watches VS DIY watchmaking kits. 🤔 - #WWT50 DIY Watch Club 2024-10-03 | We’ve been receiving many questions about whether we sell preassembled watches instead of our watchmaking kits. 🤔We’d love your feedback—should we offer preassembled watches too, or keep it as DIY watchmaking kits only? Let us know in the comments! 👇❤️
A mechanical chronograph movement? WWT #49 DIY Watch Club 2024-09-20 | We’ve been recommended this skeleton mechanical chronograph movement and we’re considering using it for a new watchmaking kit. What are your thoughts? Should we go for it? Let us know in the comments! ⌚️🔧😉
Calling all black watch enthusiasts! WWT #48 DIY Watch Club 2024-09-11 | We’re excited to introduce our brand new Stealth Build Diver Watchmaking Kit! This isn’t just any black watch—it’s a new timepiece featuring various shades of grey and carefully selected finishes.Discover the details from our founder and learn more about this stunning new addition to our collection.
HK Watch Fair 2024 - WWT #47 DIY Watch Club 2024-09-04 | Discover how to create a watch microbrand with insights from our founder! Today, we attended the #HKWatchFair and explored the latest and greatest from OEMs, movement suppliers, packaging options, straps, and tools. It’s always great to connect with new people in the watch industry. Check it out😄
A new GMT prototype - WWT #46 DIY Watch Club 2024-08-30 | We’re working on a prototype for a GMT diver watch, powered by the reliable Miyota 9 series movement. What do you think? We’d love to hear your thoughts—drop a comment below!
A Gold NH71 Seiko Mechanical Movement - WWT #45 DIY Watch Club 2024-08-21 | We’re brainstorming new combinations for our watchmaking kits. 🕰️ How about a touch of elegance with a gold movement? Share your thoughts in the comments below! ✨💛
