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Watch Services

WHY SERVICE YOUR MECHANICAL WATCH?

Your watch "ticks" 432,000 times a day and marks 31,536,000 seconds a year!

Because your watch is like your car, it needs regular service. Even though the watch may be well-cased, preventing dirt and moisture from entering the movement, oils dry out in a couple of years. Without proper lubrication, parts will experience wear, making the repair more costly. It is recommended that your watch be serviced every three years.


Battery Replacements

Case & Band
We have a selection of watch bands, from rubber sport bands to fine leather straps to metal watch bands.

We can also procure name brand watch straps and parts. Most band adjustments are also done while you wait.

Clean and Overhaul

First the movement is removed from the case and both are examined for any defects. The dial and hands are removed for examining that side of the movement for rust and any other needs. In the next stage, the movement is carefully disassembled, constantly checking all of the parts. All of the component parts are placed in an ultrasonic cleaning machine containing a special solution. After cleaning and drying, the movement is reassembled, oiled and electronically timed for accuracy. The movement is then placed into the case, which has been polished, as well as the bracelet should there be one. If it is a self-winding (automatic) watch, the final check happens on a special machine called a cyclotest, which simulates the watch being worn on the wrist. It is tested on this machine for 48 hours.
Caution: Parts for antique watches and pocket watches can be scarce.
Don't delay--Let's get that treasured time piece back to working order now.

Chronograph Repair

Crystal Replacements

Dial Refinishing

Pocket Repeater Repair

Pocket Watch Repair

Waterproofing

 

 
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