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Inside a Watchmaking Course: A Beginner’s Guide for US Watch Fans

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Published
11/09/2025

Watches are more than time. They show your style and passion. Many people in the United States admire fine watches.

Some collect them.

Some study them online for hours.

A few want to understand what lives inside the case.

If that is you, a watchmaking course can open a new world.

This guide shows what happens inside a class by Objectif Horlogerie. So you can know what to expect before you take the seat.

 

A class built for beginners

Many people think watchmaking needs years of school. But this type of workshop is made for complete beginners.

  • A small class.
  • A clean desk.
  • Tools ready.
  • A teacher welcomes you.
  • You sit down and relax.
  • No stress.
  • No long theory.

The learning starts through hands-on action.

The goal is simple. Help you understand what makes a mechanical watch move.

The teacher explains with short steps with clear instructions. You follow at your own pace.

 

You hold the tools

This is the best part. You use real tools like tweezers, screwdrivers and a loupe in front of your eye. You open a watch case. You see the movement inside. Small parts everywhere. Beautiful and precise.

You learn by touching each part. Not by only listening.

A tiny screw and spring. A gear that turns another gear. Each piece has a job. You understand that job by seeing how it fits in the movement.

For many watch fans, this moment changes everything. A timepiece becomes a machine of art.

 

Step-by-step watch disassembly

The teacher guides every move. You take the watch apart carefully. One layer at a time.

Bridge first. Then wheels. Then balance parts.

You learn why tiny mistakes matter. A small slip can stop the movement. This teaches respect for the craft.

You see how energy travels. From the mainspring to the hands. A complete system.

 

You build it back

Once all parts are on the table, you start again. This time in reverse order. The movement comes back to life. Each piece returns to its place.

The moment the balance starts to move again is special. You understand the watch in a deeper way. Because your hands brought movement back.

No online video can give that feeling of success. You earned it by working carefully.

 

A trainer always beside you

Objectif Horlogerie trainers make sure learning stays smooth. They show the right way to hold tools. They show how to avoid damage. They share tips from real watchmakers.

They keep the group small. So they always have time to help each person.

You never feel lost.

 

Who joins the class

You meet people with the same passion.

People who got a watch as a gift and want to know what is inside. Some want a new hobby. Some want to take the first step into the world of watch repair.

Different stories. One shared interest.

Talking with others makes the day even better.

 

You leave with more than knowledge

After the course, you look at your own watches differently. You understand why service matters. You know how to judge quality better. You notice tiny details that were invisible before.

Next time you shop for a watch, you have smarter eyes. You value the craft behind the dial.

Some students even start new hobbies after taking a class like this.

 

How to join

Booking a session through Objectif Horlogerie is very simple. Pick a date. Choose a location. Reserve a seat. Then show up ready to learn something exciting.

No long training plan. No big commitment. Just one day that brings you closer to the heart of your watch.

 

Final message

A watchmaking course gives US watch fans something special. You do not sit and observe. You build a real link with your timepieces. You learn the precision and skill inside every tick.

If you love watches, take this chance. Sit at the bench. Hold the tools. Watch the movement come alive in your hands.

It is a small step. But a very meaningful one.

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