The making of a bespoke watch

We explain the basics of watch making and the unique elements and design concepts involved in creating a bespoke timepiece by Jaipur Watch Company.

Placing the dial on the Movement: This being the first step of assembly, we have to ensure that the Movement is working. Thereafter a plain dial (which will be later layered upon with discs and coin) is placed on the Movement. The watchmaker has to ensure that the dial fits in perfectly as this is the foundation for the creation of a perfect watch. Any error at this stage will lead to unsuccessful assembly.

Imperial Wrist Wear Collection: This limited edition 300 unit collection has been made using one rupee silver coins (1939-45 era) and belongs to the first collection by Jaipur Watch Company. The watch houses a Citizen Miyota Movement and comes with a sapphire crystal and a real sapphire stone on the winder.

Another variant of Imperial Wristwear Collection made using the reverse side of one rupee coin (1939-45). The watch is being placed alongside some other timepieces offered by Jaipur Watch Company.

Imperial wrist wear placed alongside Peacock Feather Limited Edition Collection. The Peacock Feather Limited Edition is crafted in 18 ct gold with a diamond at 6 PM. The watch houses a dial made using a fallen peacock feather. It takes craftsmen more than 15 days to create one perfect dial. The case of the watch comes with an engraving which has been inspired by the peacock door at Jaipur's Amer fort.

Gaurav Mehta, founder of Jaipur Watch Company, talks about the importance and relevance of a perfect and sturdy movement. Stating the raison d'tre for the selection of this movement among many others out there in the market.

A magnifying glass showcasing enhanced details of watch movement. Here, Gaurav Mehta illustrates how the Winder of the watch is pulled out before the dial and Movement placed into the case (Body of Watch).

The Movement and the dial being carefully put together in the watch case. After that, the Winder needs to be placed again. Extreme care is given to minimalistic positioning and placement of the Movement inside the case. The detached Winder can be seen in the image. It will be placed again in the watch case.

Gaurav Mehta placing the discs on the dial along with the coin. The audience is briefed on how the coin is procured for a fine watch. Jaipur Watch Company only uses Unused Condition (UNC) coins for its watches. The coins are procured through various Numismatists and Collectors across India and the globe. The selection process is very stringent. Only 30% of UNC coins are usable. The coin, being subject to corrosion, is being sandwiched between two layers of glasses to ensure that the UNC does not change.

An almost completed watch on the workstation placed for viewing. The next step is placing the sapphire crystal on top.

After placing the straps, the watch is placed for display.