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LIMITED STARTER BUNDLE - 42MM DIVE WATCH BUILDING KIT CALENDAR
LIMITED STARTER BUNDLE - 42MM DIVE WATCH BUILDING KIT CALENDAR
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WHY THIS IS FOR YOU
WHY THIS IS FOR YOU
1. German-curated precision parts - Same quality as $1,200+ retail watches
2. Seiko automatic movement - Sweeping hands & see the gears through open caseback
3. Foolproof build process - 2-3 hours of pure satisfaction, no micro-fiddling
4. Professional watchmaking tools - Keep them forever, build more watches
5. Bragging rights guaranteed - "I built this myself" story with every compliment
6. Your story, not ours - Clean dial, no logo. We put our mark on the caseback - this watch tells your story, not ours.
DESIGNED FOR THE UWE IN YOUR LIFE
DESIGNED FOR THE UWE IN YOUR LIFE
Three years ago, I wanted to give my mentor, Uwe, a gift that matched his standards. He was successful, a perfectionist, and a man who had everything. I didn't want to give him another tie or a bottle of whiskey. I wanted to give him an experience.
I sourced the finest components - submarine-grade steel cases, reliable Japanese movements, and sapphire glass. I curated them into a kit that would allow him to rediscover the joy of building something with his own hands.
When he finished, he didn't just wear a watch. He wore a story. He wore his own craftsmanship.
Today, THEMOD exists to bring that same feeling to you. Whether you are building it for yourself or gifting it to someone special, this isn't just a watch kit. It's a legacy in a box.
WHAT DO YOU GET?
WHAT DO YOU GET?
You get the parts to build your own dive watch, extra components to mix up the style and all tools needed to complete it.
The Diver
- 3 straps - Choose your straps in the selector above
- 2 dials - Choose your dials in the selector above (no logo on the dials)
- 3 bezels - Choose your bezels in the selector above
- 42mm brushed stainless steel case with exhibition caseback (42mm bezel diameter, 41mm case)
- Waterproof screw-down crown
- Unidirectional rotating ceramic bezel with luminous markers
- Exhibition see through caseback
- Comes with 2 sets of hands - If one breaks you have a second one
- Scratch resistant sapphire crystal
- Original NH70 (skeleton) or NH35 (calendar) Seiko TMI movement from Japan
- 100 ATM gasket set - shower with it, take a swim, waterproof for daily life
- In short, everything to build your watch and much more.
Professional Watchmaking Tools Included
Keep these precision-engineered tools forever. Build more watches. Each tool is crafted to professional standards:
- Precision screwdriver
- Anti-magnetic tweezers (protect movement integrity)
- Professional caseback removal ball tool
- Hand removal tool so you can change the dial
- Hand-setting tool for perfect alignment
- Dust blower and lint-free cloths
- Strap removal and adjustment tool
- Loupe to magnify the small details just in case but if you can read a newspaper, you can build this watch
The Building Experience Experience the deep satisfaction of creating something beautiful and functional with your own hands.
Bragging Rights Included When someone compliments your watch, you you get to tell them you built it. That story is priceless.
FREE SHIPPING & NO TARIFFS
FREE SHIPPING & NO TARIFFS
Fast & Secure Shipping
Because of the flood of orders it is currently taking us around 3-5 business days to hand pack and ship your watch building kit. We use tracked and insured shipping to ensure your new treasure arrives safely.
Import Duties? We've Got You Covered
US, UK, Australia, EU, and Canada customers pay zero additional import fees - one less thing to worry about.
Shipping Times:
- Domestic USA: 3-7 business days
- Canada: 5-10 business days
- UK/Europe: 3-7 business days
- Australia: 6-10 business days
- Rest of World: 7-15 business days
(These are the usual shipping times after dispatch during the year. Shipping can take longer during peak holiday season and due to unforeseen events.)
What's Included in Shipping:
- Premium packaging (ready for gifting)
- Tracking number
- Insurance coverage up to full product value
Shipping Costs:
- USA, UK/EU, AU, CA: FREE shipping on all orders
- International: Calculated at checkout (typically $15-25)
MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE
MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE
OUR TRIPLE PROMISE TO YOU
30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee
Not feeling it? You've got 30 days from delivery to claim our guarantee. We'll make it right, no hassle, no hoops.
48-Month Precision Warranty
Four full years of coverage on manufacturing defects. If an internal part fails on us, we'll repair or replace it. Because we build kits we'd wear ourselves.
Simon's Zero-Failure Promise
If you follow our guide and still can't get your watch ticking, you're not stuck. Send us the parts and we'll assemble your watch professionally or swap you into a pre-built watch head. You will end up with a working watch on your wrist. That's the promise.
Refer to our refund policy for all details.
WATCHMAKER SUPPORT
WATCHMAKER SUPPORT
Master Watchmaker Support
Direct Access to Our German Founder
Stuck on a step? Our founder Simon and his team of watchmakers are here to help. Real people, real expertise, real solutions.
Support Options:
- Email: info@themodwatches.com
- Live chat on the website
- Video call: For complex build questions
- Phone: (+1)-321-2400-283
- SMS: (+1)-321-2400-283
- Whatsapp: (+1)-321-2400-283
What We Help With:
- Step-by-step build guidance
- Tool usage and techniques
- Troubleshooting movement issues
- Replacement parts ordering
- General watchmaking questions
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30-Day Guarantee
Love it or refund
Beginner-Friendly Design
Expert support included
Premium Components
Professional-grade parts
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MOST GUYS BUY WATCHES. YOU'LL BUILD YOURS.
You know that feeling when you finish building something with your own hands? That deep satisfaction of creating something beautiful and functional? That's why we curated this kit.
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YOUR COMPLETE WATCHMAKING WORKSHOP
We're talking German-curated 316L submarine steel. Japanese Seiko automatic movement. Sapphire crystal that laughs at scratches. Ceramic bezel that stays perfect forever.
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BUILD ENDLESS DIFFERENT STYLES
Let your creativity run freely and create your own custom watch using all the components included in the kit.
WHY THIS IS FOR YOU
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JAPANESE SEIKO MOVEMENT
Your watch is powered by a mechanical Seiko movement. Seiko has been building movements for hundreds of years. Precision and reliability is guaranteed.
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GERMAN-CURATED PRECISION
Submarine-grade 316L steel. Sapphire crystal. Each component hand-selected for durability and beauty. This isn't hobby-grade—it's luxury-grade.
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PROFESSIONAL WATCHMAKER TOOLS
Precision screwdrivers, anti-magnetic tweezers, magnifying loupe. The same tools professional watchmakers use. Keep them forever, build more watches.
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FOOLPROOF BUILD PROCESS
No micro-fiddling. No impossible steps. Just pure satisfaction as you assemble precision-engineered components into something beautiful. 2-3 hours of focused creation.
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BRAGGING RIGHTS INCLUDED
"I built this myself" hits different than "I bought this." Every compliment becomes a story. Every glance at your wrist reminds you what you're capable of creating.
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ZERO-FAILURE GUARANTEE
Can't complete it? We'll build it for you and send it back. (Though in 1,500+ kits, everyone's succeeded so far. You will too.)
SUCCESS GUARANTEED: WE'LL BUILD IT FOR YOU
Some people worry they'll mess up their first build. We get it.
So, if you follow our step-by-step manual and still can't get your watch ticking, just send us the parts back.
We'll assemble them for you and send you back the finished watch - you just cover shipping and processing.
So far though, no one has needed this. Out of over 1500 builders every single one was able to assemble their watch successfully.
- Simon, Founder
COMMON QUESTIONS ANSWERED
I've never built anything like this. What if I mess up?
This kit is designed for successful men who value quality, not watchmaking experts. If you can follow instructions and enjoy working with your hands, you'll love this. The process is methodical, not fiddly. And we include spare parts for the tiny components.
How long does it actually take?
2-3 hours of focused building time. Most men split it over two sessions - movement assembly one evening, case assembly the next. No rush. Savor the process.
Are these real luxury components?
Absolutely. German-curated 316L submarine steel, Japanese Seiko automatic movement, scratch-proof sapphire crystal. The same materials used in $1,200+ retail watches. Quality you can feel and see.
What if I can't complete it?
Our zero-failure guarantee covers you. Send back the parts, we'll assemble them professionally and return your finished watch. Though in 1,500+ kits, everyone's succeeded. You will too.
Does this make a good gift?
Perfect gift!
Your recipient gets three presents in one - the building experience, the finished luxury watch and a beautiful watch roll to store it.
What's included – do I need anything else?
Everything's included.
No extra tools or parts needed.
Just find good lighting and start building.
Is this actually worth the money?
You're getting a complete luxury watch plus professional tools for less than one quality watch costs retail. But the real value? The pride of wearing something you built. That's priceless.
YOUR COMPLETE WATCHMAKING WORKSHOP
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PRECISION WATCH KIT
- German-curated 316L submarine steel cases (42mm bezel diameter, 41mm case)
- Seiko automatic movements (see the gears work)
- Scratch-proof sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
- Ceramic rotating bezels
- Luminous hands and markers (glow in the dark)
- Premium rubber, nylon and steel bracelet options
- Screw-down crowns and exhibition casebacks
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WATCHMAKER'S TOOLKIT (YOURS TO KEEP)
- Precision engineered screwdrivers
- Anti-magnetic tweezers (no magnetizing your movement)
- Professional caseback removal ball
- Hand-setting tool for perfect alignment
- Magnifying loupe (see every detail clearly)
- Dust blower and lint-free cloths
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MASTER WATCHMAKER SUPPORT
- Full-color illustrated manual (every step crystal clear)
- Online video tutorial access (watch over our shoulder)
- Direct access to our German watchmaker founder
- Completion certificate (frame-worthy achievement)
