Watchmaking kit - Global Explorer - Ref. 24251
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START YOUR WATCHMAKING JOURNEY WITH THE GLOBAL EXPLORER
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.
OUR WATCHMAKING STARTER KITS
Containing all parts, tools and instructions our kits are an ideal start into the world of horology. Learn more about the way a watch ticks, its origins and how to assemble your own automatic watch at home.
Your kit contains a detailed instruction booklet as well as access to our step-by-step video guides available on our homepage (click here for an example) to assist you through the 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.
Case
Classic tool watch case (40mm size) with brushed surfaces and polished bezel/lug edges. solid case back and water resistant screw down crown (up to 5ATM)
Crystal
Sturdy mineral glass
Dial
Global Explorer dial with embossed globe and dates and coordinates of the expedition
Hands
Mirror polished lance hands with a faceted surface
Movement
TMI(SEIKO) NH-38A automatic watch movement with 41 hours of power reserve and 24 jewel bearings
Strap
FKM Hybrid strap - combining a soft comfortable FKM underside with a durable Nylon surface
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.
British expeditions of the 20th Century
Discover the History behind the Global Explorer
Each dial of the Global Explorer collection is embossed with the date and coordinates of an important discovery or journey.
The Jungle Edition - The exploration of the Amazon Rainforest by British Geographer Percy Fawcett
The Desert Edition - Discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun by Howard Carter
The Polar Edition - The race to the South Pole between Roald Amundsen and Robert Falcon Scott
For the full history behind the dials, please take a look at our info page.
Your movement
The NH-38A automatic movement
This movement has been manufactured by TMI, a subsidiary of Seiko, this automatic movement will wind up through the movement of your wrist.
- 24 Jewels
- 21,600 beats per hour
- Power reserve of 41 hours
- Sweeping seconds hand
- Hacking seconds function
Attached to your wrist
Your Strap - FKM or Sailcloth
For the Global Explorer we offer you a choice between two selected straps: The perforated Tropic FKM strap combines an absolute resistance to water and oil with an improved air circulation - ideal for tropic regions. Meanwhile the FKM/Sailcloth hybrid uses a soft FKM underside against your skin and a sturdy sailcloth top layer.
Both straps are equipped with quick release spring bars for a quick change!
Everything except the bench
Our workshop - delivered to your doorstep
We developed our kits after building watches for years and the result is a full watchmaking starter kit including everything you need.
All the knowledge of FWM, all the experience and also the vast global network of suppliers, has been combined in our comprehensive tool and watch component kits.
This ensures not only a great experience building your first watch, but also that you can re-use all parts for the next watches you want to build.
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.