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Creative Journal

We regularly share our latest projects, commissions, and product development to provide a glimpse into our process and available designs. Please follow our Instagram feed directly or feel free to contact us with inquiries.

One good bridge deserves another: Assembly of a fr

One good bridge deserves another: Assembly of a fresh Swiss ETA 6497 movement (2017). ⁠
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Something #wabisabi for #FlashbackFriday: ⁠ ⁠

Something #wabisabi for #FlashbackFriday: ⁠
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Look for the lizard: @ICON4x4's mascot perched atop the delicious patina of the 1952 Derelict. ⁠
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From the @GOCampaign charity event hosted at ICON, May 2017.⁠
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The Intaglio "Sixty-One” Edition has become one

The Intaglio "Sixty-One” Edition has become one of our most popular designs, bridging the gap from an everyday tool watch to a sleek dress piece. Incorporating engraved dials in brass, copper, or sterling silver, the versatile 36x44mm midsize case fits a wide range of wrists. ⁠⠀⁠⠀
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Each unique timepiece is made to order—fully assembled, regulated, and hand-finished in our California studio. ⁠⠀
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Discover your next Heirloom. ⁠⠀
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Congratulations to @wornandwound for 10 years of c

Congratulations to @wornandwound for 10 years of content, commentary, and community! ⁠⠀
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What they've done is remarkable—not just for creating one of the most highly trafficked watch blogs and podcasts (or maintaining their own collection of products no less), but also for the relationships they've enabled along the way. The community has become something quite special, a forum for open conversation, support, and learning without judgement. Not an easy feat in these days of online snarks and anonymous trolls.⁠⠀
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I began reading W&W shortly after their launch. Having been a watch collector for years, it was a refreshing change from the banter around big brands—which at the time had become formulaic and quite boring. It was clear that another movement was emerging, independent brands launched by independent spirits. ⁠⠀
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Little did I know that I would become one as well.⁠⠀
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At the time I was starting to "tinker" with watches and imagine how I may create my own designs. I then built a few simple pieces for friends. Culling from my experience as a designer, Creative Director, and artist, it was an itch I had to scratch—keeping in touch with the tactile and tangible, yet functional. ⁠⠀
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Fast forward to today and I am lucky to have made lasting relationships in the community, learned from the (many) folks smarter than me, and am honored to have been included in the @WindUpWatchFair. ⁠⠀
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For me there is no competition, only passion. Those with creative visions and quality execution can succeed together. ⁠⠀
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I'm excited to see what the fine folks at W&W bring to the world next and am looking forward to seeing everyone in person at a #WindupWatchFair in the near future. ⁠⠀
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The "first round" is on me, my friends 😉 🍺🍺🍺⁠⠀
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@zsw @blkmalin @blake_buettner @zkazan @jlhelms54⁠⠀
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Our Intaglio "Sixty-One” Dial exudes warmth and

Our Intaglio "Sixty-One” Dial exudes warmth and elegance in equal measure. Incorporating a hand-finished and engraved copper dial in a versatile 36x44mm midsize case, it fits a wide range of wrists. ⁠⠀⁠
Now available as a one-of-a-kind item in our new Readymade Collection ⏱⏱⏱ ⁠
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A visual excerpt from the #InspirationEngine: ⁠

A visual excerpt from the #InspirationEngine: ⁠
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"20h30, Paris" ⁠
(mixed media on panel)⁠
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#McConnico ⁠
#fineart #mixedmedia #collage⁠
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*Folks often ask what influences my design process, in addition to horological references. Having a personal background in fine art, product design, and graphics (and being an Art/Creative Director for two decades), my inspiration palette is eclectic and layered to say the least. However a cohesive "Creative Sandbox" clearly exists. ⁠
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I'm currently going through my archive of collages, sketches, mood boards, and creative nuggets—all culled from a large scrapbook covering more than 20 years of work (1997-present). ⁠
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Capturing the warmth of "Golden Hour" with the @He

Capturing the warmth of "Golden Hour" with the @HermanMiller Saucer Bubble Pendant by George Nelson (1952). ⁠
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Highlighting the original "Modèle Nu" Edition (20

Highlighting the original "Modèle Nu" Edition (2017) for #Flashback Friday⁠: A bit of lume, leather, and Perlage in an elegantly stripped-down package. ⁠
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Something automotive for #FlashbackFriday: Reminis

Something automotive for #FlashbackFriday: Reminiscing for the Porsches, strong coffee, and vintage vibes from June 2019.⁠⠀
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A @MagnusWalker #UrbanOutlaw Porsche planted firmly at #EasyPorsche. ⁠⠀
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#automobile #car #auto #cars #automotive #porsche #carsofinstagram #instacar #carlifestyle #carporn #instacars #vehicle #automobiles #drive #cargram #carstagram #carlovers #automotivephotography #classiccar #carspotting #autos #racing #luxury #speedster⁠⠀
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This unique build of our "Arctic White" Intaglio 3

This unique build of our "Arctic White" Intaglio 37 Edition incorporates a handmade engraved brass dial with a white enamel surface finishing—giving it a distinctive velvety smooth quality. ⁠
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Currently available as a one-of-a-kind item in our Readymade Collection ⏱⏱⏱ ⁠
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The warm tones of our "Modèle Nu" Intaglio dial i

The warm tones of our "Modèle Nu" Intaglio dial in brushed copper ⁠adds an organic quality to an otherwise minimalist treatment. ⁠Paired with a black strap in bridle leather, it's a dress watch that can easily transition from day to night. ⁠
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On oldie and a goodie: The original "Super 60" Edi

On oldie and a goodie: The original "Super 60" Edition features an engraved enamel-filled dial, matte black case, and limited edition handwound movement with a black PVD finish. ⁠⠀
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Born from a traditional Flieger, merged with Field Watch ruggedness, and incorporating a bit of Modernist DNA, the Super 60 is a robust blend of old and new. ⁠⠀
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Prepping this special piece for an East Coast customer—one of the last remaining models from our original collection. ⁠⠀
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A visual excerpt from the #InspirationEngine: ⁠

A visual excerpt from the #InspirationEngine: ⁠
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"Wishful Structure 5.37, Carleton" ⁠
(mixed media on panel)⁠
2008⁠*⁠
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#McConnico ⁠
#fineart #mixedmedia #collage⁠
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*Folks often ask what influences my design process, in addition to horological references. Having a personal background in fine art, product design, and graphics (and being an Art/Creative Director for two decades), my inspiration palette is eclectic and layered to say the least. However a cohesive "Creative Sandbox" clearly exists. ⁠
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I'm currently going through my archive of collages, sketches, mood boards, and creative nuggets—all culled from a large scrapbook covering more than 20 years of work (1997-present). ⁠
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Studio Vignette, 2:22 PM. ⁠ ⁠ #BespokeWatchPro

Studio Vignette, 2:22 PM. ⁠
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Please join us for the last day of American Craft

Please join us for the last day of American Craft Council's Baltimore Craft Week!⁠
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A selection of unique @BespokeWatchProjects timepieces are currently offered, all ready to ship from our Oakland studio. ⁠
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Browse the range of handcrafted items from an assortment of talented artists, designers, and craftspeople: ⁠
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🔗 https://shop.craftcouncil.org⁠
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#americancraftcouncil #accshow #craftcouncil #baltimorecraftweek #onlinemarketplace #makersgonnamake #makermade #handmade #handmadematters #accwip⁠ @craftcouncil ⁠
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Spinnin’ some vinyl in the studio with @gramovox

Spinnin’ some vinyl in the studio with @gramovox (RIP) and #TheChromatics 👌🏻⁠
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I'm excited to be included in American Craft Counc

I'm excited to be included in American Craft Council's Baltimore Craft Week—an online event currently underway (through April 8). ⁠⠀
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A selection of unique @BespokeWatchProjects timepieces are currently offered, all ready to ship from our Oakland studio. ⁠⠀
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Browse the range of handcrafted items from an assortment of talented artists, designers, and craftspeople: ⁠⠀
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🔗 https://shop.craftcouncil.org⁠⠀
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#americancraftcouncil #accshow #craftcouncil #baltimorecraftweek #onlinemarketplace #makersgonnamake #makermade #handmade #handmadematters #accwip⁠ @craftcouncil ⁠⠀

This distinctive variant of our “Sixty-One” Ed

This distinctive variant of our “Sixty-One” Edition is included in American Craft Council's Baltimore Craft Week⁠—an online event through April 18. ⁠⠀
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Fully assembled, regulated, and hand-finished in our Oakland studio, this timepiece incorporates a ⁠⠀
unique engraved & patinated copper dial⁠. ⁠⠀
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A selection of unique @BespokeWatchProjects timepieces are currently offered during the event, along with work from an assortment of talented artists, designers, and craftspeople! ⁠⠀
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🔗 https://shop.craftcouncil.org⁠⠀
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#americancraftcouncil #accshow #craftcouncil #baltimorecraftweek #onlinemarketplace #makersgonnamake #makermade #handmade #handmadematters #accwip⁠ @craftcouncil ⁠⠀
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And we're now live to the public!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ I'm

And we're now live to the public!⁠⠀
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I'm excited to be included in American Craft Council's Baltimore Craft Week—an online event happening April 12–18. ⁠⠀
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A selection of unique @BespokeWatchProjects timepieces are currently offered, all ready to ship from our Oakland studio. ⁠⠀
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Browse the range of handcrafted items from an assortment of talented artists, designers, and craftspeople: ⁠⠀
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🔗 https://shop.craftcouncil.org⁠⠀
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#americancraftcouncil #accshow #craftcouncil #baltimorecraftweek #onlinemarketplace #makersgonnamake #makermade #handmade #handmadematters #accwip⁠ @craftcouncil ⁠⠀
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Just one day away! American Craft Council's Baltim

Just one day away! American Craft Council's Baltimore Craft Week is starting tomorrow—an online event happening April 12–18. ⁠⠀
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A selection of unique @BespokeWatchProjects timepieces will be offered, including this distinctive Damascus Steel Midsize Edition timepiece. All are ready to ship from our Oakland studio. ⁠⠀
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ACC Members will have early access to the event tomorrow, then fully open to the public on Tuesday, April 13:⁠⠀
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🔗 https://shop.craftcouncil.org⁠⠀
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#americancraftcouncil #accshow #craftcouncil #baltimorecraftweek #onlinemarketplace #makersgonnamake #makermade #handmade #handmadematters #accwip⁠ @craftcouncil ⁠⠀
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Studio Vignette, 2:38 PM. ⁠ ⁠ #BespokeWatchPro

Studio Vignette, 2:38 PM. ⁠
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I'm excited to be included in American Craft Counc

I'm excited to be included in American Craft Council's Baltimore Craft Week, an online event happening April 12–18. ⁠
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A selection of unique @BespokeWatchProjects timepieces will be offered, along with amazing work from other American artists, designers, and craftspeople. Stay tuned! ⁠
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🔗 https://shop.craftcouncil.org⁠
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#americancraftcouncil #accshow #craftcouncil #baltimorecraftweek #onlinemarketplace #makersgonnamake #makermade #handmade #handmadematters #accwip⁠ @craftcouncil ⁠
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Some afternoon sun and the BWP "Monolith" Table Cl

Some afternoon sun and the BWP "Monolith" Table Clock (001) in Curly Cherry. ⁠
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"The Blue Line"⁠ ⁠ #streetview⁠ #architectur

"The Blue Line"⁠
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#streetview⁠
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