Alexander James Watches

Alexander James Watches Alexander James Watches creates custom timepieces using Japanese mechanical movements.

06/18/2026

So what does dual acid washed or etched mean? It means two different acids or concentrations are used to better bring out the meteorite’s pattern. For more on this watch, check out the link in my bio

06/16/2026

Here are the specs for the A3 Meteorite special edition that features the Miyota 9039. Pre-orders open on July 10th. Limited to 30 pcs. Link in bio for more

06/15/2026

This year, I’m launching the A3 Meteorite SE at at  Chicago presented by  Come check out this watch, the my other recent releases, and the latest prototypes in person! See below for the Windup Details!

MORGAN MFG
401 N MORGAN ST SUITE #100
CHICAGO, IL 60642
FRIDAY, JULY 10: 12 - 6PM
SATURDAY, JULY 11: 12 - 6PM
SUNDAY, JULY 12: 12 - 5PM

06/11/2026

This is how I built the Special EditionA3 Meteorite prototype. Each of the 30 production pieces will be hand assembled by me here in Chicago! For more details on the watch, check out the link in my bio.

06/09/2026

Over the years, my design philosophy has gone through various changes. From a dial perspective, I’m working to make my designs distinct and not just something that everyone else is doing. For a meteorite dial, the way I did this was through dual acid washing. Link in bio for more

06/04/2026

The A3 Meteorite has been a long time coming. The prototype has been assembled and thjngs are looking pretty good! Pre-Orders launch in July. See link in bio for details.

06/02/2026

Meteorite is landing soon! Prototype dials are in hand, but I still need to assemble, photograph, and get the website ready! More to come!

05/28/2026

Prototype dials have arrived. Now it’s time to start building, take pictures, get the website ready, and build a little excitement. Hopefully ready by early July

05/26/2026

Just a quick FYI about what’s going on with NH movements. While there are supply issues, I’ll just be living with the gap in inventory and longer lead times. It’s looking like I have to push some releases until later than I was hoping, but I won’t have to raise prices at all

05/21/2026

We’ve got a problem brewing in the microbrand space. Attack of the clones! Nothing too much to worry about for now, but something to keep an eye on for sure!

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