BEHIND THE DIAL

My ‘behind the scenes’ stories of watch collecting, habits, passion, and creating watch content.

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Why My Seiko SKX013 Means Too Much to Sell
When I started this hobby, I owned just three watches—a dress watch, a field watch, and a dive watch. It was simple to choose one each day. But now? My collection has grown so much...
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My Watch Collection 2024: Favorites, Stories, and Lessons Learned
I’ve been passionate about watches for 4-5 years, and my collection has grown to 15 unique timepieces. In this post, I’ll share my favorite watches, their stories, and some lessons...
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From Motherhood to Watchmaking: My Unexpected Journey
Hey everyone, it’s Ashley! I’ve been away from this space for a while, navigating the wild, beautiful ride of becoming a mom. Today, I’m excited to share what’s...
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Making a Leather Watch Strap Workshop
As a self-proclaimed cheapskate who can never justify spending more than 10 bucks on a leather watch strap, I’ve always been curious about the art of leatherworking. So when I...
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