David L.
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My hand-made watch project! Update
Hi everyone,
I've been working hard in the last couple of months on finishing my prototype hand-made watch. It is still not 100%, but it's far more refined than it was before. 
The 3/4 plate was cut, in order to have a separate barrel and train bridge. The bridges received a circular finish and a very slight anglage, while all the stainless steel parts were mirror polished. Each screw was also refinished and mirror polished.
It's hard to see on the picture because of the lighting but the ratchet wheel has been snailed while the main plate received it's perlage. In the next couple of day I'll start making a proper hand-made leather strap for this watch, once that is completed I'll try to take a couple of decent pictures so that I can show you how the finished product will look like.
In the meantime if you are interested please visit my instagram page where you can find pictures and videos about the making of this timepiece and also some of my other concept designs. My instagram handle is david_lowinger
If you have any question please let me know.
Regards, David
This message has been edited by patrick_y on 2018-02-05 10:23:46 This message has been edited by patrick_y on 2018-02-05 13:06:09
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My hand-made watch project! Update
Hi everyone, I've been working hard in the last couple of months on finishing my prototype hand-made watch. It is still not 100%, but it's far more refined than it was before. The 3/4 plate was cut, in order to have a separate barrel and train bridge. The...
Really cool David to give us an update about YOUR watch 😊
I already told you but I like this dial which makes me think to a fan. I like the back side of the lugs too. Very nice and great job. Best wishes Alkiro
My pleasure David
Do not hesitate to post more shots of your watch when it’ll be entirely completed. Best wishes Alkiro
Great job David , i do like the overal look of the watch 👌🏻
Please show us new pics when you have them 🤗
It’s awesome, David.
a really good taste, beautiful watch. I can’t imagine the your happiness. And yes, please post more pics. I really like your watch project. All the best Alex
Thank you Alex.
I am happy with the watch so far. There are a couple of things I'm not entirely satisfied with, but overall I think it start to look rather nice. I will definitely share more pictures in the very near future.
At first glance I thought it was Asaoka
I've just checked your past introducing thread. The result is absolutely impressive! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 You wrote that you are a self taught watchmaker. R E S P E C T and sincere admiration 🙌 Did you have any mechanical background? I like these kind of watches be...
Thank you piccolochimico I'm really glad you like my work, and I appreciate your feedback.
To answer your question. yes, I'm self taught with no mechanical background at all. I started watchmaking from the absolute basics about 4 years ago. Learned everything for books and mostly online sources. Regarding the watch, the hour wheel is visible no...
Man, this is very very nice!
Really liked this watch when I first saw it, but man, it is spectacularly good!!!!! I mean, self taught, handmade, this result.... WOW it's quite an achievement! This is a very well thought out piece! A huge congratulation David!! I would like to see more...
Thank you Tom.
I'm glad you like my watch, and I appreciate your support! If you'd like to see more pictures you can check my website at lowingerwatches.com On my website you will find many photos of the watch, and also lots of photos of the manufacturing process.
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and an incredible amount of respect! The watch is georgeous!