Repair Methodology
It is important for the customer to understand how his
or her watch is repaired. There are levels of repair and
restoration, and this is covered on the
Repair/Restoration/Preservation page. However, I
maintain a basic level of service for any work done. The
following is a list of methods and principles that I adhere
to:
I attempt to apply the same principles, whether it is a
railroad grade watch, or a lower grade 7 jeweled
pocket watch. However, I understand that cost may be
an issue, so the costumer will always be consulted on a
case by case basis.
It is important for the customer to understand how his
or her watch is repaired. There are levels of repair and
restoration, and this is covered on the
Repair/Restoration/Preservation page. However, I
maintain a basic level of service for any work done. The
following is a list of methods and principles that I adhere
to:
- All repair and materials used will be period
correct for any particular watch.
- Leave no additional fingerprints
- Fingerprints of past users are often
encountered on the movement plates,
and are difficult to remove as the oils
have etched them into the brass. The
original finish on the surface will be
maintained.
- If I happen upon a past repair that is not
appropriate historically or the repair has been
done incorrectly, I will correct the issue after
consultation with the owner. In the end, I don’t
want any future watchmaker shaking his or her
head at my repair job.
I attempt to apply the same principles, whether it is a
railroad grade watch, or a lower grade 7 jeweled
pocket watch. However, I understand that cost may be
an issue, so the costumer will always be consulted on a
case by case basis.
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I enjoy using period tools and techniques for repair.
However, I do use some modern methods for
practical reasons. For example, I use an electronic
timing and diagnostic machine. I also use modern
synthetic lubricants.
Any repair work the that I complete will be
performed in an ethical manor and according to "best
practices" as generally understood throughout the
mechanical watch repair industry, and will always be
made after consultation with the owner of the
piece.
I am a member of the National Association of Watch
& Clock Collectors (NAWCC) and the American
Watchmakers-Clockmakers Institue. Please visit their
sites for more information on watch repair practices
and the Code of Ethics members are held to. Please
review the warranty, and contact me if you have any
questions.