Watchmaking kit - Global Explorer - Ref. 281110
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A historically inspired watch dedicated to three daring expeditions of the 20th century. Each dial of the Global Explorer collection is embossed with the date and coordinates of an important discovery or journey.
The matte dial with vintage lume hourmarkers also carries latitude and longitude lines, representing the unique role of watches for navigation long into the 20th century. Above the dial a set of mirror polished, vintage lumed hands indicates the passing of time, powered by our reliable and precise NH-38JB automatic movement, made in Japan.
The watch mechanism is well protected and water resistant in a stainless steel case with a mineral crystal, solid case back and screw down crown. The Global Explorer is delivered with a robust Italian leather strap in dark brown with contrast stitching (20mm size).
Size
Width (Bezel)- 40mm
Lug to Lug - 48.8mm
Height - 11.3-12.9mm
Weight
69g (Leather)
Case
Classic field watch case with brushed surfaces and polished bezel/lug edges. solid case back and water resistant screw down crown (up to 5ATM water resistant)
Crystal
Sturdy mineral glass (slightly doomed)
Dial
Global Explorer dial with embossed globe and dates and coordinates of a daring expedition of the 20th century
Hands
Polished lance hands with a faceted surface and vintage lume
Movement
TMI(SEIKO) NH-38JB automatic watch movement (made in Japan) with 41 hours of power reserve, 21,600 bph, sweeping seconds hand and 24 jewel bearings
Strap
Brown Italian leather strap with contrast stitching in 20mm (cow hide, made in spain, 115/75mm)
Our kits are available as Full watchmaking kits or as No tools variants:
- Full watchmaking starter kit includes watch components (case, dial, hands, movement, and strap), a full tool kit (watch hand levers and press, movement cushion, friction ball, cleanroom products, dust blower, Rodico, precision tweezers, table mat, screwdriver (pilot watches only), watchmaker’s loupe and headwire) and detailed instructions (printed booklet in each kit and access to our step-by-step video guides via our homepage)
- No tools kits include only the watch components and the instructions (we recommended to start with a full DIY kit to ensure you have all the right tools for your first assembly)
Safety notice: Please note that these kits are not toys and are unsuitable for children of any age. They contain small parts which can be swallowed as well as sharp tools. Please always handle the tools (especially tweezers) with utmost care and caution. Keep the ends away from your eyes, skin or any other person or animal.
The Global Explorer
Each of the dials follows the footsteps of a grand expedition in the 20th century. Embossed below the hands, you will find the date and coordinates of an important discovery or journey.
Jungle Explorer
Percy Fawcett's exploration of the amazonian rainforest
1925 - Dead Horse Camp
DESERT EXPLORER
Howard Carter's rediscovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun
1922 - Tomb of Tutankhamun
Polar explorer
Captain Robert Scott and the race to the South Pole
1912 - South Pole
Your watch components
Inspired by History
A matte, slightly texturised vintage dial with a symmetrical layout, embossed globe carrying time and place and vintage lume. Completed by polished, lume filled lance hands.
A classic Case
With its versatile 40mm diameter, the brushed and polished case is completed by a solid case back and screw-in crown to ensure water and dust resistance.
NH-38JB Made in Japan
This automatic watch movement is manufactured by TMI (a subsidiary of the Seiko Group) boosting 24 jewels, a 41 hours power reserve, 21,600 bph and hacking seconds.
Warm Italian Leather
The vintage Italian leather strap in a warm brown tone is finished with a contrast stitching and smooth, black inner leather lining with a brushed stainless steel buckle.
Everything you need in one box
our watchmaking starter kits
Designed for you, our kits contain everything you need to build one of our watches at home including the full set of components above, a complete watchmaking tool kit and detailed step by step instructions (included as print version and with access to our online videos).
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Shipping Policy
Our kits are shipped from our London workshop with Royal Mail and we aim to send them within 1-2 business days.
International orders are shipped via UPS or a similar courier. Orders are shipped excl. tax - please note that customers will remain liable for local taxes and/or import duty for deliveries outside the UK. Import payments and process are handled by the courier and we have no influence over this process. Incurred costs on your behalf are not refundable.
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