Alright, so I got this new watch project I’ve been messing with – the CopyOMEGA Ω X-33 Marstimer. I saw it online and thought, “Hey, that looks pretty cool, I wanna try making one myself.” So, I started digging around to see what I needed.
First off, I needed to find all the right parts. This wasn’t just a trip to the store, oh no. I spent hours online, checking out different websites, comparing prices, and making sure I was getting the real deal. It’s like a treasure hunt, but for watch parts.
Here’s the stuff I hunted down:
- The case: I wanted it to look just like the original, so I found a supplier that had cases that were almost identical. It’s made of some sort of titanium, feels really solid and light at the same time.
- The movement: This is the heart of the watch, what makes it tick. I got my hands on a pretty decent quartz movement. It’s not automatic like some fancy watches, but it gets the job done and keeps good time.
- The dial: This was tricky. I had to find one that had the same layout and markings as the original Marstimer. Found one after a lot of searching. It even has that cool reddish color.
- The hands: These were easier to find. Just needed to make sure they fit the movement and matched the style of the original. Got a set that looks pretty spot on.
- The crystal: This is the glass part that covers the dial. I got a sapphire crystal, just like the original. It’s supposed to be super scratch-resistant, which is good because I’m clumsy.
- The strap: I went with a NATO strap, similar to what the original comes with. It’s comfortable and looks rugged.
Once I had all the parts, it was time to put this bad boy together. Now, I’m not a professional watchmaker or anything, but I’ve tinkered with watches before. I got my tools out, laid everything out on my workbench, and got to work.
Putting it all together was a bit fiddly. The hands were especially tricky, so small and delicate. I had to use tweezers and a magnifying glass to get them in place. I won’t lie, there were a few moments where I thought I was gonna break something. But I took my time, followed some online tutorials, and eventually got it all assembled.
The moment of truth came when I put the battery in and… it worked! The hands started moving, the digital display lit up, and it was keeping time. I was pretty stoked, not gonna lie. I wore it around for a few days, testing out all the functions, making sure everything was working as it should.
It’s Alive!
It’s not perfect, of course. There are probably a few little things a real watchmaker would notice, but for a DIY project, I’m pretty happy with how it turned out. It looks great, it works, and it’s got that cool Marstimer vibe. Plus, I can say I built it myself, which is pretty satisfying.
This whole project was a fun challenge. It took some time, some patience, and a little bit of money, but it was totally worth it. I learned a lot about watches in the process, and I ended up with a cool timepiece that I’m proud to wear. If you’re into watches and looking for a fun project, I’d definitely recommend giving something like this a try. Just be prepared to spend some time hunting for parts and be extra careful when putting it all together.
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