# DIY Glowing Watches LED Pocket Watch is Made From Family Heirloom By Brian G Randles | Published 2009-10-18 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/led-pocket-watch References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/led-pocket-watch-14-10-2009/) & [eng.yale.edu](http://www.eng.yale.edu/pep5/pocket_watch.html) A perfect combination of antiquity and modern ingenuity, the LED pocket watch featured here can't be bought in any stores. A man simply known as Paul has revamped his grandfather's old pocket watch with LED lighting. It took about 2 years for him to accomplish the task of putting a futuristic spin on his family heirloom. You can check out more on the [DIY LED pocket watch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mechanical-wristwatch-building-kit) by following the links below. **Implications** - The LED Pocket watch is a perfect example of how real people are driving innovation forward in remarkably creative and ingenious ways. What I particularly like is the [integration of new and old technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-alarm-clock-wristwatch). What do you think of the LED watch? Leave your thoughts below. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **DIY LED Watches:** The trend of DIY LED watches is driven by individuals combining modern technology with traditional timepieces in creative and ingenious ways. - **Antiquity-modern Fusion:** The trend of combining antiquity and modern ingenuity is showcased in the LED pocket watch, highlighting the potential for disruptive innovation in the fusion of old and new technologies. - **Personalized Innovation:** The trend of individuals revamping family heirlooms with LED lighting demonstrates the opportunity for personalized and unique innovations that bridge the gap between past and present. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Watchmaking:** The watchmaking industry can explore disruptive innovation by embracing the DIY LED watch trend and integrating modern technologies with traditional watch designs. - **Antique Restoration:** The antique restoration industry can leverage the trend of combining antiquity and modern ingenuity to create unique and innovative products that preserve historical value while offering contemporary features. - **Personalized Accessories:** The personalized accessories industry can tap into the trend of revamping family heirlooms with LED lighting to offer customized and modernized products that hold sentimental value for customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Liquid Droplet DIY Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/droplet-watch.md) - [Pocketwatch-Inspired Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-presage-craftsmanship-series-porter.md) - [Pocket Watch-Inspired Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-pocket-watch.md) - [Nostalgic Nixie Tube Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/btf-nixie-watch.md) - [DIY Wooden Watchmaking Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tfo-clockwork.md) - [Posh Celebratory Pocket Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/special-edition-pocket-watch.md) - [DIY Wristwatch Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mechanical-wristwatch-building-kit.md) - [Bespoke Brass Vintage Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nixei.md) - [Revived Quartz Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/q-timex-1972.md)