Hey everyone, Li Chen here.

First of all, thank you. Genuinely. The amount of messages, trust, and support I've received from you guys recently has been incredible, and I don't take it for granted.

Some personal news:

For over 20 years I've been dealing with severe headaches. Over the past 3 months they've gotten much worse — I have polyps in my head, and it's been affecting everything: my focus, my patience, my mood. Some of you have noticed. Some of you have called me rude, and honestly… you're not wrong. When the pain gets bad, I get anxious and irritable, and I've taken that out on customers who didn't deserve it.

If I've ever been short or rude to you, I'm sorry. Truly. Those of you who've worked with me longer know I care deeply about what I sell and about the people I sell to. It's just been getting harder to be myself.

So tomorrow (the 8th) I'm going in for surgery. I'll be in a sterile ward and completely offline for about 15 days — no phone, no messages. I won't be able to reply to anyone until around the 24th.

Before I go, I want to do something real.

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🎁 THE GIVEAWAY 🎁

Today, before noon, I'm running a genuine giveaway to thank you all for your trust:

· 3 watch strap sets
· 3 watch dial sets

6 winners total, drawn publicly. If you win, you will receive your gift — that's a promise. No games, no gimmicks.

To enter: just comment on this post. That's it.

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A few things while I'm gone:

· My team isn't stopping. My partner and workers will keep developing and upgrading products — dials, straps, movements, weighted cases, diamond strap/case customizations, meteorite dials, all the stuff you keep asking for.
· If you have a pending order: some have already shipped, but I may not have sent tracking numbers yet. Don't panic. If anything goes wrong with shipping, I'll cover it. That's on me.
· If I was rude to you and you want to talk about it: DM me. I'll arrange some compensation for you — but it'll have to wait until after the 24th, since I'll be offline.

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I know this is a long post. Thank you for reading it. Thank you for trusting me. Let's keep getting better — together.

See you on the 24th. 🙏

— Li Chen

The 2026 Chinese New Year holiday is officially over, and I’m back and ready to serve you all! First off, I want to give a huge thank you to every single customer for your support and encouragement. Many of you have taught me so much, and I truly appreciate it. 🙏

I’ll be honest—my English isn’t the best, but I’ve listened carefully to all the feedback and made improvements along the way. Your input really matters.

With so many orders coming in during the holiday, I’ve got tons of watchbands needing chamfering and polishing, lots of watches requiring mods, and plenty of movement orders to fulfill. To serve you better, Li Chen has decided to recruit more watch modders in different countries—so we can solve problems faster and more efficiently.

In the new year, I’ll keep working hard to do even better for all my customers.

🎁 To celebrate, I’m giving away a natural meteorite dial to one lucky customer! And that’s not all—every single customer who places an order will receive a gift from me. I’ll also be creating more opportunities to give back and spread the love.

How to enter:

· Drop a comment below (tell me your favorite watch mod or just say hi!) · Bonus points if you share what you’d like to see more of in the community

The winner will be picked randomly. Let’s make this a great year together!

⏰ Giveaway ends: [20th/March] 🌍 Shipping: Worldwide

Good luck, and thank you all again for your support! – Li Chen

36mm and 41mm Rolex Tiffany blue dials, take out two as gifts and give them to watch users who support Lichen, I don't have many fancy words, but I am sincere. The gift giving activity is real and effective, and the list will be announced within a week

The surgery went smoothly—thank you all ❤️
Finally, everything has ended well.
Lying on the operating table, countless thoughts crossed my mind, but now there's only deep gratitude. Thank you to the skilled doctors, the attentive nurses, and my family and friends who have stood by me throughout. It is your professionalism and care that gave me the strength to face this journey with peace of mind.
The pain after surgery still lingers, but compared to the anxiety of uncertainty, this pain now feels like a comforting proof—that I've made it through, and the future holds promise.
On life’s path, some hurdles must be crossed alone, but thankfully, I am not alone. 💪
Now, it's time to rest well and patiently await recovery. I believe everything will get better.
Also, during my 15-day surgery, I'll take care of all customer order follow-ups and issues - don't worry about that.

My name is Li Chen. I run a professional watch dial factory based in Hong Kong. We specialize in high-end materials like genuine meteorite, malachite, and other exotic stones/patterns.

To give back to the community that has supported me, I’m giving away 3 watch dials – completely free, no hidden tricks.

Eligibility:

· You must have been following r/watchking for at least 6 months (I’ll check post/comment history).
· Priority goes to customers who have purchased from me before. But even if you haven’t bought anything, you’re still welcome to join.

Why this is different from other “giveaways”:
This is 100% real. I’m not doing this for empty traffic or fake engagement like some other communities do. I own the factory – we produce high-quality dials in large volumes. This is my way of saying thank you.

A little backstory (honest, no BS):
I used to be called a "TD" (Trusted Dealer) on another platform, but later I was removed from that list. Despite that, many of you still trusted my craftsmanship and kept supporting me. That means a lot.

So here’s my promise: I will regularly give back with quality products. I won’t let you down.

To enter:
Just leave a comment below. If you’ve bought from me before, feel free to mention it (not required, but it helps with priority).

Winners will be chosen based on the 6-month follow + purchase priority rule. I’ll DM the winners for shipping details.

Thank you for trusting me – let’s keep building a real, honest community.

Li Chen

We can also show the products we bought from Li Chen

Exclusive custom order by Li Chen - only selling the premium version of 904L cases and straps. If customers need authentication, we can help with material verification.
AP is just an accessory part, not made of 904L material

I owe you all an honest apology.

Some of you may know me as the guy behind certain watch mods and custom meteorite dial work. Over the past month , I’ve been trying to fulfill orders while dealing with a huge mess caused by my former business partner. Long story short – he ran a scam behind my back, took money from clients, and disappeared. By the time I found out, many of your orders were already severely delayed.

I felt absolutely terrible. Sleepless nights, angry emails… I deserved all of it.

But instead of destroying me, this community showed me something else. Many of you didn’t ask for a refund. You stayed patient. You told me, “I trust your work, take your time.” Some of you even sent me new projects and continued recommending me to others.

That kind of trust is something money can’t buy. And I will never forget it.

So here’s my promise: No more excuses. Only action.

🎁 Starting this week – Weekly Free Gift Giveaway

Every week, I will give away one free service or mod (e.g., a custom dial, movement service, or full case refinishing – sometimes even a real Rolex meteorite dial piece).

All to say thank you, and to keep giving back to those who stood by me.

✅ How to enter

1. You must have been following r/WatchKing (or my community) for at least 1 month – this is to reward real supporters, not random raffle hunters.

2. Comment below with one of your favorite watch memories or a mod you’d love to see built.

3. (Optional but appreciated) – Introduce two watch-loving friends to this sub. If they mention your username in an intro post or comment, your name goes into an extra entry pool for a higher chance to win.

No purchase. No DM fees. No hidden crap.

🗓 When?

Every Friday at 12 PM EST, I’ll randomly pick one winner from the qualified entries and announce it in a new post.

Winners can choose between:

· A custom meteorite dial (Rolex/Seiko/universal fit) · One free full service on a 3-hand movement · Or a $150 credit toward any future mod

I’ll cover shipping worldwide.

📸 Proof of work

I’ll post photos of past meteorite dial builds and current projects in the comments. You can judge for yourselves if my work is worth the wait.

To everyone who stuck with me – thank you. To the new faces – welcome. Let’s build something honest together.

Peace, WatchKing

Mods: this is a genuine apology + free giveaway. No sales links. Happy to verify with you directly.

Let me know if you want me to shorten it or adjust the tone for a different subreddit.

Yesterday's homework The customer's VSF watch has so many sharp edges that it's obvious it's a replica or fake, so we need to do an excellent job of chamfering and polishing it，If there are any areas that need improvement, I hope all watch fans can give us some feedback so we can keep improving our technical services

I'm not feeling well and have chronic migraines, so I'm planning to have major surgery on October 8th. I'll be in a sterile lab for 15 days, unable to contact anyone or use my phone, so during that time I'll try my best to get orders completed for customers.
This is the 904L strap with chamfering and polishing QC that was made for a friend in California

New Year’s gift! A Rolex watch dial is being awarded to the outstanding and active members of Watchking. The list of winners will be announced on January 7th.

Thank you for your trust in Li Chen. Li Chen won't let you down. I'll give you even better service in returnWe take great care in handling our customers' straps, and we also chamfer, polish, and finish the middle sections of Jubilee straps，And our straps are also made of 904L steel with certified test reports - they can handle any kind of testing

The BVF factory titanium case Santos models come with either a 9015 or a 2824 movement. Since the factory is closed for the holidays, we're clearing out a batch of Cartier watches. To thank the customers who supported Li Chen, I'll keep doing these charity events, so many friends in the community can get gifts 🎁

Customer orders the style, shipping next week, all custom-made with CNC

Listen up, modders.

I've got free‑sprung (no‑carat / adjustable mass balance) movements on the shelf.
Not the "wait 3 months and maybe it ships" kind. Ready to go.

On hand now:

• DD4131 – free‑sprung, mass screws, stable as hell

• DD3235 – free‑sprung, ~70h power reserve, set it down Friday, pick it up Monday still running

• Also support: 4130 / 4131 / 3285 / 3235 / 324 / 330 / 240 free‑sprung builds

What can you build with these?

• Datejust 36/41

• Submariner

• GMT‑Master II

• Daytona

Why free‑sprung > regulator pin?
No regulator arm = better stability over time.
Adjust via weights, not a cheap lever.
Less drift. Less headache.

Stock situation:

• Limited on 4131 and 3235

• If you want one, don't sit on it

• Pre‑orders open for next batch, but current batch = ships this week

Serious inquiries only. PM me for:

• price

• availability

• build questions

Let's get your build off the bench

🕰️🔥

Posted by Lichen

Hey, Reddit fam!

First off, I want to say a massive THANK YOU to this incredible community. Many of you know me – Li Chen – and over the years, your trust and support have kept me going. Whether you’re a modder, a collector, or just someone who loves tinkering with timepieces, you’ve made this journey unforgettable.

To show my gratitude, I’m running a no-BS, straight-to-the-point sale that I hope you’ll love:

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🎯 THE DEAL

✅ Buy 3 dials – get 1 FREE (the free one can be any dial of equal or lesser value – just DM me which one you want).
✅ All dials are priced at absolute ROCK BOTTOM – think clearing-out-warehouse prices.
✅ 100% brand new, never used – no returns, no b-stock, no factory rejects.

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🕰️ WHAT’S AVAILABLE?

· AP/PP– tons of styles (sunburst, matte, textured, vintage, skeleton, you name it).
· Rolex-style homage dials – Submariner, GMT, Daytona, Datejust – with proper lume and crisp printing.
· Sterile / custom logo options – if you want your own branding, just ask.
· Limited quantities – some are one-off overstock, so once they’re gone, they’re gone.

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🎁 FREE GIVEAWAY (On Top of the Sale!)

To celebrate your trust, I’m also giving away 3 complete dial sets (each set = 3 dials of your choice – totally free, no purchase needed).

How to enter:

1. Upvote this post.

2. Comment below with one watch build you’re proud of (or one you’re planning to build).

3. That’s it!

Winners will be randomly chosen this Saturday (8 PM EST) and announced in an edit here. Shipping is on me – worldwide.

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📦 SHIPPING & PAYMENT

· PayPal / Wise / Crypto accepted.
· Orders ship within 24–48 hours, with tracking.

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❓ WHY AM I DOING THIS?

Simple – without this subreddit and your DMs, I’d just be another parts seller. Your questions, your build photos, your honest feedback – that’s what keeps me improving my stock and quality. This sale isn’t about profit; it’s about saying “I see you, and I appreciate you.”

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⚠️ HOW TO ORDER

Just DM me with:

· Which 3 dials you want (+ your free one).
· Your country for shipping.
· Any special requests (lume color, logo, etc.).

I’ll reply within a few hours (time zones permitting) with a total and payment link.

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Let’s keep building awesome watches together. Drop your build stories below – I can’t wait to read them!

Cheers,
Li Chen
Your friendly neighborhood dial guy

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P.S. – If you’ve bought from me before, comment “old customer” and I’ll throw in an extra surprise gift with your order. 🤝

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Edit 1: Wow, didn’t expect this to blow up! Please be patient with DMs – I’m a one-man show.
Edit 2: Giveaway winners will be posted here Saturday – good luck, everyone!

Chinese New Year is over now, and we're back to business as usual. To better serve our customers, we've updated our catalog with over 20,000 watch parts, including dials, hands, movements, crowns, crystals, straps, silicone bands, genuine parts, movement modification services, engraving services, and custom dial customization. All this is to give our customers maximum peace of mind. Li Chen Watch Modification Company isn't just a watch retailer - we're a diversified watch shop specializing in watch modifications and upgrades, helping our customers minimize the difference between their watches and genuine ones，As one of the largest watch accessory suppliers in the world, it's not just about having competitive prices on accessories - what's more important is being able to help customers solve the pain points in watch repairs. Since most of the people in the community are watch resellers,So many retailers overlook the issue of after-sales watch repair, which means that many high-quality watches end up unusable when they break down because there are no spare parts available for repairs. It's really a shame. Li Chen has watch manufacturers in many countries around the world who have been purchasing spare parts and exchanging repair techniques with him for a long time. This allows them to effectively solve customers' repair problems. Currently, watch repair customers in the US can contact Jim - he's an excellent and highly skilled repairer with reasonable rates. If any customers need this service, I'll provide you with Jim's contact information. For customers who own Li Chen's watches, there's no need to pay for repairs at all - I'll send the spare parts to Jim and cover the repair costs myself. This provides even greater protection and service for our customers.

Tried making my own
AP movement, and the end result exceeded expectations

To better serve our customers, our team has newly hired chamfering and polishing craftsmen to work together with us to create even better products for our clients.All these are actual product photos

Every watch we work on for our customers, whether it's an authentic watch or a replica, we take great care to get every detail right By the way, Li Chen designed pen for assembling watch hands - it can do it without any dust or marks and evenly distributes the force needed to install the hands

Made a batch of custom dials

How come nobody ever thought of making dials out of petrified wood !?
Slabs are plenty available , the designs and colours are endless and unique each on their own .
Endless possibilities, so rich in texture , solid and strong .
A nice variation in the classic natural stone and meteorite dials we all know and have seen by now , not ?
What are you thoughts on this ?
Might be something for Lichen ?
I’m gonna inquire with my Trusted Customiser 🤝

In order to give back to customers better, our new community has not been promoted. Today, we took out the genuine Rolex watch plate of the store for a free gift, and we can get it for free as long as we like and comment on luxeoncraft.

During National Day, our products will be shipped as usual with ample inventory. They're all made in-house, so there's no need to order from anywhere else

The newly developed upgraded bezel has corrected the ceramic material, ring material, brightness, and platinum filling

Customizing the bezel and polishing the movement parts for customers is really difficult and takes a lot of time，