West Coast Mayfair - Ref. 241124
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A grainy California dial with a mix of Roman and Arabic numerals and rock coloured, polished hands (electro plated) in a black Mayfair case. This is the new Mayfair WestCoastDiver.This kit is powered by a reliable and precise NH-38 automatic watch movement visible through the open caseback and completed by a thick, oil waxed leather strap or a water resistant, embossed FKM strap.
Case
Width (Bezel)- 39.6mm
Lug to Lug - 47.3mm
Height - 12.6mm
Crystal
Scratch-resistant sapphire glass
Dial
Grain texture California style dial with embossed numerals (lume printed)
Hands
Polished rock-coloured diver hands (lume filled)
Movement
TMI(SEIKO) NH-38A automatic watch movement with 41 hours of power reserve and 24 jewel bearings.
Strap
Waxxed oil leather strap made of Italian cow hide or black FKM rubber strap (both with quick-release spring bars)
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.
Your watch components
The California Dial
Originally developed as error-proof design in the 1930 and 40s, the combination of roman and arabic numerals became popular in the 70 and 80s in California as the dial was used for vintage restorations.
Form and Function
A uniquely shaped case comprising a mix of brushed and polished surfaces, remaining ready for harsh environments with a scratch resistant sapphire crystal and screw-down crown and case back to ensure water resistance.
NH-38JB movement
This automatic watch movement is manufactured in Japan by TMI, a subsidiary of Seiko, and includes 24 jewel bearings, a power reserve of 41 hours, sweeping seconds hand and a skeletonized balance wheel.
FKM or LEATHER
Choose from our soft Italian leather straps or a waterproof, embossed FKM strap (20mm size) equipped with quick release spring bars for an easy and quick change and black coated buckles.
Everything you need in one package
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).
Shipping
Our kits are shipped from our London workshop with Royal Mail. We aim to send all orders within 1-2 business days. However, in exceptional circumstances it might take slightly longer to get your kit on the way.
There are no fees, taxes or other costs when buying from the UK.
International orders are shipped via UPS or a similar courier within 2-3 business days.
If you purchase from outside the UK or ship to an address outside the UK, you order will not include UK taxes.
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 company and we have no influence over this process. Incurred costs on your behalf are not refundable.
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