While at a Rebuilding Together fundraiser, I had the good fortune of being introduced to DIY Network hosts Matt Muenster of Bath Crashers and Chris Grundy of Cool Tools. Fast forward a few conversations.......The challenge was to mold form and function without sacrificing either. It needed a sharp, clean look and still be able to withstand the rigors of construction. The first obstacle was to make a cover for the watch face that could be reversible. This way, when the face is visible, the cover can be attached to the underside so that it will not be lost. For this cuff Matt ordered, the cover is attached by magnets that take 30 pounds of pressure to remove, which also makes it reversible. I wanted to be sure that even if it were to snag on something, it would not come off. The brass to match the watch was another challenge, but as you can see it worked out. The finishing touch, was the laser etching of Matt's signature on the top and bottom of the cover. It turned out awesome! Way cooler than when your mom would write your name in your jacket.
After laying hands on his new watch cuff, Matt sent me the highest compliment I could have hoped for......."It's amazing......It's art."
Here are some fantastic pictures of my work, taken by Jake Felts of Felts Photography. Make sure you go all the way to the end so you can watch the demo video!
Taken from Matt Muenster's Facebook page:
"Met this guy, BC James, a few months ago at a Rebuilding Together Fundraiser and we got to talking. The result of that conversation is now one of the coolest things I own!
A custom made leather watch band that blew me away. Check it out and check out his website. Super talented dude. I have a feeling the more I wear this thing, the more I'm gonna post about it.
Thanks BC. "
A custom made leather watch band that blew me away. Check it out and check out his website. Super talented dude. I have a feeling the more I wear this thing, the more I'm gonna post about it.
Thanks BC. "
If you are interested in ordering, have a design idea you would like made, or have any questions then email me at jamesleatherbands@gmail.com Cash, check and Paypal accepted.
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