Followay Watchmaking

⚙️ Turning ideas into timepieces
🛠️ Mechanical art, bold vision
🎯 Design | Prototype | Manufacture
🔨 Crafted by Joao Dias in Portugal, shipped 🌍

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Micro watch part with a fresh sandblasted finish - shimmering subtly under sunlight.

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Soldering decorative elements for a custom gothic watch.

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CNC in Action
This is a Caseback straight off the machine - next step: finishing

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We’re fabricating a unique micro chain that will be used to display hours and minutes in one of our upcoming timepieces. A true showcase of precision and creativity in watchmaking, especially from an independent watchmaker.

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We’re experimenting with gold PVD coating. This is part of our continuous process to refine materials and elevate our craft as an independent watchmaker.

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Here’s a look at CNC machining the main plate for one of our clients. It’s a complex part needing a custom support but the real challenge starts now: adding a perlage finish for that signature touch ✨

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Crafted in the heart of Lisbon, Portugal, the Followay FM1 is a watch for those who demand more. With a series of only 200 pieces, this hand-built timepiece combines unparalleled craftsmanship with cutting-edge design.

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A microscopic view of a watch component after sandblasting.

This finish creates a beautiful sparkling texture on the surface. It's a striking contrast before the next step: mirror polishing every side to perfection.

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Sandblasting micro-components for a custom watch we're producing.

Since these parts are made of brass, the sandblasting creates a shimmering, almost sparkling effect on the surface - a result that looks stunning.

Check out our latest post to see the final result.

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Thanks to the incredible precision of fiber laser cutting, the edges are clean and nearly flawless - meaning less post-processing and a higher-quality finish. This level of accuracy not only speeds up production but ensures every detail meets standards for fine watchmaking.

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Using a high-precision fiber laser, we’re able to cut small parts with extreme accuracy, making it the ideal method for watchmaking. The laser works in multiple passes to handle various metal thicknesses, from 0.5mm to 1.5mm, without compromising detail.

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Take a brake on a busy day, contemplate, and go back at it.

The elegant and understated 40mm case with "make a statement" 16mm strap.

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Santiago Ferreira is rocking the boat with his piano. A Followay watch on his wrist is just a minor detail when compared to his talent.

Rumor has it that he can play any song on his piano just by hearing it for the first time.

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Are you creating your future? All the hard work and sleepless nights to build a great future are embodied in the F M1. Sacrificing the present for the future is what they say.

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Playing off a distinct design shape that defies the ordinary, this sporty-dress hybrid brings new blood to rich horological history.

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"Form follows function"

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The design of the F M1 is marked by its simplicity and boldness, as it is possible to manufacture it using only a manual milling machine, the right tools and experience.

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@Watchfinder Really good!

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@kchaykin Awesome 😎

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Elevate your wrist game with the F M1. Meticulously crafted to complement your everyday look, surprising in the details.

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