own one

There are 3 ways to own one

Below walks through how.

Good if:

You already have a watch or dial (ideally vintage)
You want to tell your story
You want something unique to you

Pricing (indicative)

Tier	Description	Price
New Moon	Minimal design, light coverage (0–40% of dial) Subtle design, simple colors, low coverage. Covers or enhances smaller blemishes.	USD 180–300 ≈ RMB 1,300–2,200
Half Moon	Medium complexity (40–60% of dial) 3–6 colors, layered motifs, moderate detailing. Balanced transformation that keeps the dial’s character visible.	USD 350–600 ≈ RMB 2,500–4,300
Full Moon	High complexity or full coverage (60–100% of dial) Multiple colors, intricate detail, or full-scene compositions. A complete transformation — a true one-off.	USD 700–1,400 ≈ RMB 5,000–10,000

Good if:

You don't have a watch
You want to tell your story
You want something unique to you

The basic process is below.

Notes on sourcing:

Normally we will not charge for the sourcing. You just pay the agreed price for the watch from where we find it.
We ask for a 20% additional to pay for servicing costs and likely repairs. We will communicate with you any issues and upcoming costs so there are no surprises.
Second hand watches almost always require servicing.

Tips

It is helpful to do some research into your preferred style, brand, size, color and budget for a watch. We can help but it's better you have considered your preferences.
Watches with dials in poor condition tend to be better value.
Simpler dials and watches suit painting better than more complex dials.

Pricing (indicative)

Tier	Description	Price
New Moon	Minimal design, light coverage (0–40% of dial) Subtle design, simple colors, low coverage. Covers or enhances smaller blemishes.	USD 180–300 ≈ RMB 1,300–2,200
Half Moon	Medium complexity (40–60% of dial) 3–6 colors, layered motifs, moderate detailing. Balanced transformation that keeps the dial’s character visible.	USD 350–600 ≈ RMB 2,500–4,300
Full Moon	High complexity or full coverage (60–100% of dial) Multiple colors, intricate detail, or full-scene compositions. A complete transformation — a true one-off.	USD 700–1,400 ≈ RMB 5,000–10,000

ownership & care

Owning a vintage watch carries with it some responsibilities and care points

1

Avoid Water Exposure

Keep your vintage watch away from water to prevent damage to its internal components and avoid rusting. If the watch gets wet, seek assistance from a watchmaker.

3

Service Every 3-5 Years

Have your vintage watch serviced by a professional every 3 to 5 years to ensure all mechanical parts function properly.

5

Avoid Magnetic Fields

Keep the watch away from strong magnetic fields as they can affect the accuracy and operation of the mechanical movement.

7

Do not drop

Vintage watches can be delicate and if dropped or suffer impact can suffer.

2

Store Properly

Store your watch in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to avoid damage to the artwork.

4

Handle With Care

Wind gently and do not force any component if feeling a lot of resistance. Old watch parts can break easily so if it doesn't feel right, check with a watchmaker.

6

Manual Winding

Many watches require daily manual winding (they are not automatic). Wind the watch each day you wear it by gently turning the crown until you feel a little resistance (this is the mainspring being tightened)

8

Regular Cleaning

Gently clean your watch with a soft cloth to remove dust and sweat, preventing corrosion and maintaining its shine.

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