The Campbell - Allister 1964 Edition
We got lucky enough to work with an amazing family on this custom piece. The dial is made from the track of a bulldozer that a Father used to provide for his family and the brand on the dial is the family brand used on their ranch. The collaboration was incredibly fun and a successful Father's Day present that will last for generations to come. Now the history and memories that Allister has created are cherished and preserved in the form of a beautiful timepiece. Here's the little story we wrote on the certificate of authenticity for the family:
In the fall of 1963, Allister found himself on a train headed to northern Alberta for work. Little did he know, this was the beginning of a wonderful life. Seated across from his friends on the same train was a beautiful young lady named Fern. The friends insisted she meet Allister and when they met, as they say, the rest is history. They married in the spring of 1964 and had two daughters. After almost 50 years together they now have 2 grandchildren along with a lifetime full of memories. During these happy years, Allister captained a DC 6 bulldozer, and those very tracks were used to craft the dial of this family heirloom. We know happiness doesn’t come through material things but we hope that these timepieces bring memories of happiness and gratitude for everyone lucky enough to be a part of the family.
Most watches lack soul…
...so at NOVO we've developed a process of infusing your meaningful memorabilia into a unique timepiece that will tell your story for generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to build a custom watch?
Depending on the complexity between 8 - 10 weeks.
How are you better than other companies?
We’re not! We’re different. Our focus isn’t on mass producing anything. Our focus is transferring a customer’s story to his/her wrist or pocket.
What movement do you use for your watches?
We use a Swiss ETA 6498-1 for our watches.
What can I expect when I receive my watch?
An absolutely stunning timepiece that tells a story you connect to. And tears. And love.
What do you mean “most watches lack soul”?
Mass-produced products lose the individuality and personality that hand-crafted watches exude. While mass-produced pieces are great for marking important moments in life, our hand-crafted watches infuse the actual memorabilia representing your moments and bring with them character that’s impossible to replicate.
What kind of material do you work with?
We work with anything! We’ve worked with NFL helmets, MLB cleats, train tracks, military tanks, branding irons, iPhones, and more. Every watch is different so feel free to call or email to chat more about your specific material and see what we can do with it. Email steve@novowatch or call 888-782-2607.
One Of One
We 100% guaranteed that no one else will have a watch like yours.
Infused with history you can really feel.
History takes on a new meaning when you can hold it in your hand.
SAVE SPACE
We all have those things that hold meaning that we can’t throw away but don’t have room for. Let us make a watch from it.
PASS IT ON
Each timepiece is crafted to last for lifetimes and tell your story for generations. It’s a legacy built for your wrist.
We Would Love To Work With You!
If you have any questions about our timepieces, processes or anything else feel free to email us! I’d love to work with you.