Comments on: March 2020 Update

By: Colin

Colin — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 12:58:41 +0000

In reply to david pierce. Hi David, Yes, making a watch does involve a lot of very expensive equipment. I am working with a number of different universities at the moment to produce my main watch collection, as they generally have the cutting edge of technology and plenty of expertise to help out. Getting my own CNC machine is something that will be a long way off, as they can be 7 figures for one with low enough tolerances. To begin with I will be making the case, dial, hands and crowns all myself; with some basic modification of a Swiss movement (ETA). Making a movement in Britain would be fantastic, but it's unrealistic at the moment and so I'll make sure I work towards the what is achievable first. Colin

By: Colin

Colin — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 12:43:18 +0000

In reply to Cláudio Vieira. Thanks Claudio

By: david pierce

david pierce — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 19:31:24 +0000

Are you planning to make every single part for your watches or certain parts? Setting up to manufacture everything in a watch is a daunting goal. It has only been in the last few years that Roland Murphy (RGM) began doing more of his operations in house. A GULLOCHE machine and a CNC machining center are a huge financial investment. Vianney Halter makes most of his parts in house. His shop is large and full of extremely expensive machines.
david

By: Cláudio Vieira

Cláudio Vieira — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 08:42:28 +0000

In reply to Colin. Hello mr Colin hope everything is going well, like you i love watches and please check this italian company " Meccaniche Venexiane" start up company, i love the Arsenale models Best regards, Cláudio Vieira

By: Colin

Colin — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 13:27:13 +0000

In reply to Jack Ridout. Hi Jack, Thanks a lot for your business. I look forward to working together to give you the watch you've always wanted. Colin

By: Jack Ridout

Jack Ridout — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 13:24:44 +0000

Colin, I’ve just sent my watch commission through. I can’t wait to get my finished watch! J

By: Colin

Colin — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 10:43:04 +0000

In reply to Julian. Thank you Julian, I haven't taken social media very seriously so far, but I know that will have to change. Once I get in the rhythm of my watch production there will hopefully be some really interesting updates to come! Colin

By: Colin

Colin — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 10:37:24 +0000

In reply to Bill Davis. Thank you Bill for your kind comment!

By: Julian

Julian — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 08:54:19 +0000

Best of luck with your new endeavors. I will keenly await future updates, regular I hope.
I’m not sure if your on instagram, but its a great way of sharing your progress with the worldwide watch community, as you are able to of course.

By: Bill Davis

Bill Davis — Mon, 02 Mar 2020 14:54:07 +0000

Hi Colin,

Love the new logo and what you are trying to do. I’ve followed your progress for years and am confident that your skill matched with your integrity will make your business a success.

Bill