In short. The OAK MOD is an automatic watch with an octagonal case, exposed screws and an integrated steel bracelet, powered by a genuine Japanese NH35 automatic movement under sapphire crystal. It is hand-assembled in France, with a 2-year warranty.
The OAK MOD takes up this aesthetic from $349, hand-assembled in France. This guide explains exactly what it is, how to choose the right model, and why HORAMOD has already delivered more than 1,000 watches to demanding buyers, with 4.9/5 across 69 customer reviews published on our site.
What exactly is an OAK MOD?
The whole is assembled by hand by a watchmaker, piece by piece.
It is not a counterfeit. A counterfeit reproduces a brand's logo and name to deceive the buyer. It draws inspiration from a design, which French law allows as long as there is no risk of confusion with the original.
Here is what you are concretely buying with a HORAMOD OAK MOD:
- A case in 316L stainless steel (surgical grade), octagonal, with exposed brushed steel screws
- A dial available in several finishes: Arabic Brillante White, ice blue, NH72 skeleton, rose gold
- A genuine Japanese NH35 or NH72 movement: a self-contained Japanese calibre, 24 jewels, 41 h power reserve, automatic winding via a bidirectional rotor
- A sapphire crystal (Mohs hardness: 9/10, virtually scratchproof)
- Splash and hand-washing resistance as standard. A 5 ATM water resistance option is available at checkout so you can wear the watch in the shower and during light water activities
The difference between a mass-produced $90 version and the one you see on HORAMOD can be felt the moment you pick up the watch. The weight of the case. The crisp edges. The click of the clasp. Some details do not show in photos.
| Criterion | Luxury watch | HORAMOD OAK MOD |
|---|---|---|
| Indicative price | $30,000 to $45,000 | $349 to $385 |
| Movement | — | Genuine Japanese NH35 (Japan) |
| Case | Steel, gold or platinum | 316L steel (surgical stainless) |
| Crystal | Sapphire | Sapphire |
| Water resistance | 50 m (Jumbo model) | Splash resistance (5 ATM option) |
| Warranty | — | 2 years (HORAMOD) |
| After-sales in France | Via authorised dealer | Direct, reply within 24 h |
| Everyday wear | Possible (but stressful) | Yes, stress-free |
The price difference essentially comes down to the brand and its distribution. The OAK MOD covers the real cost of components, artisanal assembly, and the margin that makes a reachable human after-sales service in France possible.
A customer who has been in regular contact with us for 18 months wears his OAK MOD Arabic Brillante White to the office every day. His colleagues see an elegant, solid watch with an octagonal dial. That is not the question they ask themselves.
How to choose your assembled OAK MOD: the criteria that matter
Here are the points to examine before ordering, whether it is a first purchase or an addition to a collection.
Movement: NH35 (full dial) or NH72 (skeleton)?
The NH35 is the reference movement of the range. 24 jewels, 41 h power reserve, accuracy of +/-20 sec/day. Sober, reliable, discreet under a full dial. It is the choice for a versatile watch from the office to the weekend.
The NH72 is the skeleton version: the dial is cut away to reveal the movement in operation. Visually spectacular, especially with the rotor swinging at the slightest wrist movement. More design-driven, slightly less formal. The choice is yours, according to your style.
Dial: the 2026 bestsellers
- Arabic Brillante White: the best seller, pearlescent white base, gilded Arabic indices. Perfect legibility, wearable in any circumstances.
- Ice blue: the colour of the year in the watch mod community. The dial shifts in hue with the ambient light, between midnight blue and steel.
- Rose gold: for those who want to stand out. The combination of brushed steel and gilded indices is very current.
Size and wear
The OAK MOD measures 41 mm in diameter and about 13 mm thick. The standard sport-chic format, comfortable for wrists of 17 to 20 cm. The integrated bracelet adds visual continuity that makes the watch look larger on the wrist, whatever your build. If your wrist is on the thin side (under 16 cm), ask about our 39 mm models: the proportions will be better balanced.
Take a look at the OAK MOD Arabic Brillante White, our most requested model in 2026, with a 2-year warranty and available immediately from France.
Why buy your OAK MOD in France from HORAMOD?
The question is not the entry price: it is what happens afterwards. When the crown jams. When the bracelet loses links. When the finishes deteriorate after six months.
Here is what HORAMOD offers that foreign sellers cannot guarantee:
- 2-year warranty covering the movement (NH35 or NH72), the case and bracelet finishes, and all original components. Not 30 days. Not "parts only". Two years, all inclusive.
- Workshop quality test before every shipment: movement accuracy over 48 h, millimetre-level visual inspection of finishes and components. The watch that leaves is not the one that just arrived in our stock.
- Reachable human after-sales service by email (via our contact page), reply within 24 h from a real person. Not a chatbot, not a form. Someone who knows your order.
- Shipping from France (not from Asia, no dropshipping). No customs clearance fees, no VAT surprises on delivery.
More than 1,000 watches assembled and delivered since HORAMOD was founded. Our 500th OAK MOD joined its owner this spring. Every watch is a piece assembled by hand in our workshop, not a box received and re-shipped.
And if you want to check for yourself: 4.9/5 across 69 customer reviews published on our website. That is no accident. It is the result of a quality protocol applied to every order since day one.
To learn more about the water resistance of your pieces after modification, read our article Waterproof watch mod: can you wear your watch in water?
Frequently asked questions about the OAK MOD
Is an OAK MOD a counterfeit?
No. A counterfeit reproduces a brand's logo and name to deceive the buyer. You know exactly what you are buying: an automatic watch assembled in France, inspired by an icon, sold without pretending to be that icon.
The movement, the brand prestige and the price. The OAK MOD uses a genuine Japanese NH35 (the benchmark Japanese movement), is artisanally assembled in France, and costs $349 to $385. They share the octagonal aesthetic, the integrated bracelet and the exposed screws. That is all they have in common.
How much does an OAK MOD cost in France?
At HORAMOD, the OAK MOD range starts at $349 and goes up to $385 for certain special finishes. This price includes the 2-year warranty, the workshop test and a reachable human after-sales service. The $80–90 versions on certain foreign sites include neither a serious warranty nor local support: you are on your own if a problem arises.
Is the OAK MOD waterproof?
As standard, all our watches resist splashes and hand washing: enough for normal daily use. We advise removing the watch before showering or swimming. For reinforced protection, a 5 ATM water resistance option is available at checkout: it lets you wear the watch in the shower and during light water activities.
What warranty comes with an OAK MOD bought from HORAMOD?
2 years. The warranty covers the movement (NH35 or NH72), the case and bracelet finishes, and all original components. If a problem arises, reach us through our contact page for a reply within 24 h from a human being. Valid for all orders delivered in mainland France and the French overseas territories.
With more than 1,000 watches assembled and delivered and 4.9/5 across 69 customer reviews published on our website, HORAMOD is the French reference for the OAK MOD.
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