About Watch Mods
What Is a Watch Mod?
A watch mod is a custom-built timepiece created by combining NH-series automatic movements with carefully selected aftermarket components. Each build is designed with intention — balancing engineering, aesthetics, and craftsmanship to create a piece that reflects personal style.
At Monarch & Co, our focus is on customization and originality. Every watch begins with a reliable NH-series automatic movement and is transformed through upgraded dials, hands, bezels, cases, and finishings to achieve a unique final design.
Why People Choose Watch Mods
Watch mods have grown in popularity because they blend the performance of a dependable automatic movement with the freedom to choose the exact aesthetic you want. Whether you prefer a bold dial, a minimalist arrangement, a sporty configuration, or a timeless classic look, modding offers a way to tailor a watch without sacrificing performance.
Our modded watches are crafted to:
- Deliver reliable everyday performance
- Offer unique design variations not found in mass-produced pieces
- Provide a blend of creativity, individuality, and quality engineering
Movements We Use
We select movement calibers based on reliability, long-term consistency, and ease of servicing. The NH-series is widely respected for:
- Automatic self-winding with solid power reserve
- Smooth mechanical second-hand sweep
- Long lifespan with little required maintenance
- Trusted performance in everyday wear
For certain builds, we also offer hybrid meca-quartz and GMT configurations to match different design preferences and lifestyles.
What Makes Monarch & Co Different
While many modders focus exclusively on performance or appearance, we believe both should work together. Each build undergoes detailed assembly with emphasis on:
- Proper alignment of dial, hands, and markers
- Smooth crown action and movement regulation
- Quality control before shipping
- Balanced finishing — from crystal choice to strap pairing
The result is a custom piece that not only looks exceptional, but feels exceptional to wear.
Independent Custom Builds — Important Note
Monarch & Co is an independent brand that creates custom-built watches using NH-series automatic movements and aftermarket components.
Our watches are not manufactured, endorsed, or authorized by any other watch brand or company.
Any mention of other watch styles, legacy designs, or classic watch categories is for inspirational and descriptive purposes only, and does not imply connection to or origin from any external manufacturer.
Our Promise
Our goal is simple — build watches that feel personal.
Whether you’re starting your first timepiece collection, expanding an existing one, or searching for something that represents your aesthetic, we take pride in crafting watches that are made to be worn, noticed, and remembered.