On average, it takes around 2-3 hours. Of course it is fine to take a break here or there and resume the DIY project whenever you like it. The video instruction is precisely designed into small chunks of sections that allows you to take up one small step at a time.

Rotate® curated a selection of watchmaking kits, with everything you'll need to build your own watch. Each kit is made to be as digestible and enjoyable as possible. You'll create a usable, quality mechanical watch that can be worn daily.

Watchmaking employs a lot of skills, both mental and physical, that most people won't naturally develop. Where can you train, how much will it cost, what do you need and how long will it take?

The fact is there are two main paths to become a watchmaker, either to start an apprenticeship or enroll yourself in a watchmaking school. This is not to say that you don't need independent learning. It is absolutely important to familiarize yourself with the knowledge of watchmaking.