Watchmaking kit - Global Explorer - Ref. 24251
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A historically inspired watch dedicated to three daring expeditions of the last century. Each dial of the Global Explorer collection is embossed with the date and coordinates of an important discovery or journey. The dial carries latitude and longitude lines, representing the unique role of watches for navigation even until the 20th century. Above the dial the set of mirror polished hands will indicate the passing of time, well protected in a stainless steel case with a mineral crystal and screw down crown. The secure screw-in case back offers protection from water and dirt, while the new FKM hybrid straps will attach the Explorer safely to your wrist.
Size
Width (Bezel)- 40mm
Lug to Lug - 48.8mm
Height - 11.3-12.9mm
Weight
69g (Leather)
82g (FKM Hybrid)
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)
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
Mirror polished lance hands with a faceted surface and vintage lume
Movement
TMI(SEIKO) NH-38A automatic watch movement with 41 hours of power reserve and 24 jewel bearings
Strap
FKM Hybrid strap(120x75mm) with comfortable FKM underside and durable Nylon topside or crazy horse Italian leather strap (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.
Inspired by history
The Global Explorer
Each of the Global Explorer dials follows the footsteps of a grand expedition in the 20th century. Embossed with the date and coordinates of an important discovery or journey.
Jungle Explorer - Percy Fawcett's exploration of the amazonian rainforest [Dead Horse Camp - 1925]
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 [South Pole - 1912]
Your kit components
History on your wrist
A historically inspired dial with a vintage surface and print above the embossed globe with a matching set of vintage lume hands.
A classic Case
With its symmetrical 40mm diameter, the case is completed by a solid case back and screw-in crown to ensure water and dust won't damage the sensible movement.
NH-38A
This automatic watch movement is produced by TMI (a subsidiary of the Seiko Group) boosting 24 jewels, a 41 hours power reserve and hacking seconds.
A strap for travel
Available on a Crazy Horse Italian leather strap or a modern, water-resistant FKM hybrid strap combining the resistance of FKM with the structure of sailcloth.
Free & Fast delivery
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. UK tax (deducted at check-out). Please note that customers will remain liable for local taxes and/or import duty for deliveries outside the UK.
For more information, please follow the link below to view our shipping policy.
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Pick-up in our workshop
If you are based in London or drive through, you are also welcome to come to your workshop and pick up your kit in person. We will need your order in advance to arrange your kit for you, but you are of course welcome to take a look around while you are here.
Please note our workshop is strictly appointment only and only open on the weekends.