Basic Modding Tools for a New Watch Enthusiast

Basic Modding Tools for a New Watch Enthusiast

Over the years, watch modding has made quite a following and continues to grow to this day. Buying your own watch can be quite an investment, and being able to mod it and make it your own is a great way to make the most out of that investment. The best thing about watch modding is, you don’t have to fly to Switzerland and attend a watchmaking school. All you need is a bit of know-how through research and a keen eye for detail when searching for the best watch mod parts in the market. If you want to get started on your watch modding journey, here are some essential tools you can use.

Bezel Remover Tool

The bezel is one of the most noticeable parts of a watch. You need to treat it with care when trying to take it out and replace it with a new custom part. Most people have their own preferred tool for removing their bezel. If you’re just starting out, then you can basically use any blade slim enough to wedge itself in between your watch bezel and your watch case. Just gently pry off the bezel until it pops right off.

Movement Holder

Having a movement holder is a must if you want to go deep in your watch modding activities. As the name suggests, a movement holder is used to hold the watch’s movement after taking it out from the watch case. It is a handy piece of equipment that you can use whenever you’re repairing, building, or modding watches. The watch movement itself is quite a sensitive component, so you should always put it in the movement holder, so it doesn’t slip while you’re working on it. 

Caseback Remover

Before you can reach the watch’s movement, you need a good old caseback remover first. This tool allows you to remove the back of the watch’s case. There really isn’t any substitute out there for this particular tool, as it’s specifically designed to remove the watch case. Having a good caseback remover will ensure that your caseback can be unscrewed safely, without fear of damaging your watch. We recommend getting a remover with an adjustable tip so it can accommodate different watch sizes.

Tweezers

Any project that involves really small parts will require a tweezer. This is especially useful whenever you’re accessing those hard-to-reach or sensitive areas that need precise movements. If you’re installing a gasket on your bezel or a pretty small watch mod part, a tweezer could also come in handy. Whenever you feel like your fingers aren’t up to the challenge, your tweezers are there to help you out.

Crystal Press

After taking your watch apart, how can you reassemble it back together without damaging your timepiece? This is where a crystal press comes into play. Crystal installation can be extremely frustrating if you aren’t adequately equipped with the correct tool. You can use your crystal press to install or remove crystals, install bezels, and just put your watch back together. A crystal press works best because it applies more precise control over your timepiece as you put the new crystal in.

Conclusion

Watch modding requires a lot of patience and precision, both of which can be better achieved if you have the right tools at your disposal. If you want to make your watch look perfect without the fear of scratching it or losing any small parts, you better invest in these tools before you start modding.

Crystaltimes USA is your best source when it comes to quality watch mod parts at reasonable prices. We carry mod parts from Seiko as well as other components fit for other watch brands. If you’re looking for a specific Seiko mod part or tool for your watch modding project, we probably have it in our inventory. Check out our collection today!