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Notes from the bench.

How to wind, wear and look after a mechanical watch — and what goes on in the room where ours are made.

A watchmaker's hands over the bench, working on a watch

Ownership · 18 August 2026

How to wind a hand-wound watch (and how often)

Once a day, at the same time, until you feel resistance. The rest is detail — here is the detail.
A loupe, tweezers and a movement holder on a white bench mat

Workshop · 2 July 2026

Why we make 220 watches a year

It is not a marketing number. It is what two people can make, finish, time and sign without cutting a corner.
A small dial and parts in a clear tray on the bench

Guides · 21 May 2026

Choosing a strap for your watch

Leather, suede or steel mesh — what each does to the same watch, and how to change it yourself in ten seconds.