Buy once · build forever
The tools that
make the movement
yours.
A watch kit gives you the parts. This gives you everything else - and the skill stays with you long after the first build.
£17.45
for all 9 essentials
Real watchmaking tools
These are the same tools a watchmaker reaches for, in the sizes these movements actually take.
Bought once, used forever
One kit covers every build you ever do.
Only what you need
Already own a pair of tweezers? Take them out of the kit and the price comes down.
The kit
Essentials Tool Kit
The tools you can't build a watch without - hand attachers, screwdriver, tweezers, a case-back ball and the rest. One kit covers as many builds as you like. Already own something? Take it out and the price comes down.
Only remove items if you already own them. Every tool below is needed for a build - the kit just doesn’t make you buy a second one.
Hour, Minute & Second Hand Attacher
Three pushers, one per hand
£3.75
1.2mm Screwdriver
The size the movement's screws take
£2.50
Plastic Tweezers
Won't scratch a dial
£0.95
Movement Cushion
£1.75
Finger Cots
Keep fingerprints off the dial and case
Size for Finger Cots£1.50
Watchmaking Ball
Grips the case back to open it
£1.25
Watchmaking Putty
Lifts dust and holds small parts
£2
Pliers
For trimming the crown stem to length
£2.50
Silicone Greaser
For gaskets and threads
£1.25
9 of 9 tools
£17.45
Ages 14+. Not a toy. Contains small parts and sharp tools - not suitable for children under 14, and keep away from young children.
Not sure what you’ll need? Read the FAQ.
Extra tools
Beyond the essentials
Not needed for a first build, but worth having once you start taking watches apart as well as putting them together. Add any of these on their own.
NH35 Movement Holder
Holds the movement steady while you fit the hands
£7.50
Hand Removal Tools
Lift hands back off without bending them
£4.50
Air Blower
Clears dust without touching the dial
£3.75
Got the tools. Now pick a watch.
Every kit comes with a step-by-step build guide - or design your own from individual parts.