How to Start a Watch Modding Business

Turn Your Hobby Into Income

The watch modding community is growing fast. Many modders have turned their hobby into successful businesses. Here is how you can too.

Steps to Start

1. Build Your Skills

Master basic mods first: strap changes, bezel swaps, hand installations. Then progress to full builds.

2. Find Your Niche

What makes your mods different? Popular niches include:

• Vintage-inspired builds
• Color-matched themed watches
• Budget-friendly custom builds

3. Source Parts

Funny Items offers wholesale pricing for small businesses:

• Dials
• Cases
• Hands

4. Set Up Sales

Start with Instagram, Etsy, or your own website. Build a portfolio of your best work.

5. Price Your Work

Calculate: parts cost + tools + your time + profit margin. Most modded watches sell for 2-3x parts cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I earn?
Full-time modders earn $30,000-80,000+ per year depending on volume and reputation.