PLT-004

Custom Watch: “VoltAir”

This watch is inspired by classic pilot designs, but in a smaller, more wearable size. The dial is based on the Seiko Spork, but the overall look is closer to the Sinn 856.

The orange Milgauss-style lightning bolt seconds hand adds some fun without taking away from the clean, functional design. It combines classic and unique elements that suit my style and taste.

This build was simpler than my previous ones since it required fewer parts—and ended up costing less.

Case Material Titanium
Width 36 mm
Thickness 10.0 mm
Lug to Lug 42.8 mm
Weight (Watch Head) 32 grams
Strap Width 20 mm
Movement NH35
Lume BGW9 (Blue)
Crystal Sapphire with Clear AR
Crown Screw-Down
Lowest Water Resistance 50 m

Gallery

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Parts

Part Description Cost Supplier Notes Alternate Part
Case Explorer Watch Case - 36mm [ULTRA THIN TITANIUM SANDBLASTED EDITION] $153 Lucius Atelier Includes beel, crystal, caseback, crown, and spring bars
Chapter Ring SKX013 Brushed Black Chapter Ring [ULTRA THIN EDITION] $20 Lucius Atelier SKX013 Sandblasted Chapter Ring [ULTRA THIN EDITION]
Hands PH00B1 - Pilot Hands Set (BGW9) $21 AJuiceT
Hands LBHOB1 - Halloween Lightning Bolt Seconds Hand Set $7 AJuiceT Center color was gloss black; I repainted it with matte black.
Movement Japan Genuine NH35 Mechanical Movement Black $25 Keep Watching Official Store
Movement Wheel, Date NH35 Blue Luminous Date Disc Wheel Black $12 BLIGER Official Store
Strap Premium Grade Nylon Straps 20mm 22mm 60s French Troops Parachute Bag Watchbands Elastic Watch Strap Military Watchbands $5 NATOBELT Official Store Elastic strap
$243
Notes
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  • Gaskets, springs, adhesives, stems, and other "consumables" are included with each item unless noted otherwise.

  • Prices are in US dollars.

  • Listed prices do not factor in tax, shipping, and discounts.

  • Updated September, 2024