u/ugolinimeccanica

Titanium case, suspended digital module, and an open architecture that allows light to pass through the watch. I’m still refining a few details before it’s finished.
Any feedback is greatly appreciated!

Hi, today I removed the oil from my Experiment watch. I'll be honest, I've always aimed for hydromod in this watch. I've never noticed that without oil there's depth. I can see the edges of the module, the steps, and the details better. I'm amazed! I'd love to know what you think!

Tried something different today.
I fitted a white FKM strap and a Casio A168 negative display module. It’s also hydromodded (oil-filled).
I still prefer the standard positive display, but I think this looks pretty cool too.
What do you think?

I don't know if any of you know this. I bought an epoxy resin extractor. I'm testing it with a very thick silicone oil. After two minutes, there's no more air in the watch. I bought it to try it out, and it works very well.

Hi, I’ve been working on it for a few months now.

I made a titanium case to hold the Casio F105 and the Casio A168.

I installed a domed glass and then filled it with silicone oil.

The result is improved visibility and the effect is remarkable. The night light is also very pleasant.

The case back is transparent and lets the light through.

One thing that impressed me is the contact of titanium with the skin; it is warm and comfortable.

What do you think?

Hi everyone,
small update on the project.

A couple of weeks ago I redesigned the caseback because I wanted to better show the idea of the movement being suspended inside the case. The module is supported by four internal points, but with the previous closed caseback this detail was basically hidden.

So I made a new prototype caseback with a sapphire crystal on the rear side too. Now, when the watch is seen against the light, even on the wrist, some light passes through the case and you can actually see the depth around the movement. It makes the whole watch feel lighter, more open, and more interesting mechanically.

The current back frame is only aluminum for prototyping, but the final one will be titanium. Since the back is now open, the golden piezo disc from the original Casio module is also visible. I’m not sure yet if I love it as a raw detail, or if it should be hidden/modified in the final version.

And yes, the watch is still oil-filled, so this remains a full hydromod.

What do you think? Should the piezo disc stay visible, or would you try to clean up that area visually?

Hi, when I apply lume to dials, I sometimes dilute the color with this solvent that I find in the lume kit. Can I know what type of solvent it is?

Quick update on my hydromodded watch.
I swapped the strap and took it out again today.
I’m also working on a transparent caseback concept to bring more light through the oil and highlight the movement inside, including the space between the movement and the titanium case.
Would love to hear your thoughts

Hi everyone, the sole is peeling off the leather. How can I fix it? Is there any white paint I can use to cover it?

I’ve been testing different liquids, including Fluorinert.

I thought that would be the best option, but Johnson’s mineral oil is actually convincing me more.

The visual effect feels better, more full and natural.
And it’s also much cheaper.

For now, that’s what I’m using, but I’ll keep testing it over time, especially to see how it behaves with gaskets and sealing.