For most players, the Fine Wristwatch in Arc Raiders is little more than a quick sale for 3,000 coins. But now, with the Weather Monitor System project demanding one as a key component, tracking down this elusive item has become a priority. Unlike other crafting materials like Arc Powercells or Steel Springs—which players often stumble upon—Fine Wristwatches are far rarer in standard loot drops.
While they occasionally appear in Commercial and Residential zones (such as the Santa Maria Houses in Buried City), the most reliable method for securing one—or multiple—isn’t random searching. Instead, players should leverage the Bird City map condition, a temporary modifier that transforms chimneys across Buried City into lootable bird nests.
When active, these nests yield trinkets in abundance, making rooftops like Town Hall, Piazza Arbusto, and Plaza Rosa ideal hunting grounds. The density of chimneys in these areas maximizes chances of finding a Fine Wristwatch alongside other high-value items like rubber ducks.
Once obtained, the watch serves as the final piece needed to complete the Weather Monitor’s third stage, joining materials like Canisters and Steel Springs that players likely already have stockpiled. The process is straightforward: climb, loot, and repeat—turning what was once an afterthought into a critical step for progression.
- Best locations for Bird City nests: Town Hall, Santa Maria Houses, Piazza Arbusto, Plaza Rosa.
- Value of a Fine Wristwatch: 3,000 coins (if sold), but required for Weather Monitor crafting.
- Why Bird City? Chimneys flood with trinkets, including rare watches, during this modifier.
- Other materials needed: Arc Powercells, Canisters, Steel Springs.
The Weather Monitor project now hinges on this one item, but with the right strategy, players can secure it without excessive grinding. The key is timing—wait for Bird City to activate and focus on the most chimney-rich areas.
