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How an F1 Engineer Builds Watches in His Garage

Apr 9, 2026 · 50.7K views

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aluminiumhand finishingmachining

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https://tinyurl.com/watchgecko-family Get 10% off your first order and other special deals when you sign up for our newsletter! A UK engineer shows us how he turns raw aluminium into finished watches in his home garage workshop. From a one-piece case that doesn’t open, to a clever pressure-test port that doubles as a stem-release, his approach is pure engineering and doing things his way. We follow the machining, hand-finishing, and the details that collectors usually never see. If you’ve ever wondered what “made in the UK” can look like, this is it! For all your watch needs check out our website! https://www.watchgecko.com/ Check out Dawsey watches here - https://dawseywatches.com/ Model Wrist Size: 6.7in / 170mm SOCIAL: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/watchgecko/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watchgecko/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@watchgecko Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:35 Formula 1 engineer turned watchmaker 1:40 Unique case desgin 3:02 Making the watch from raw materials 7:15 The first Dawsey watch 8:07 Exploring the whole range of watches 10:08 Family brand 11:06 Modded Mini

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