The Traditional Watchmaker- a Historical Perspective

When searching online for someone to fix your timepiece, you might use terms like antique watch repair, vintage watch repair, or even old hand-wound watch repair. However, one term that’s often overlooked is “watchmaker.” While it may sound outdated, “watchmaker” traditionally refers to a skilled professional trained in the art of mechanical watch restoration and repair—long before battery-operated quartz … Continue reading The Traditional Watchmaker- a Historical Perspective

Choosing the Right Person to Repair your Vintage Watch

“When your watch gets out of order you have a choice of two things to do: throw it in the fire or take it to the watch-tinker. The former is the quickest.”-Mark Twain Choosing the right watchmaker to service your vintage mechanical watch is a decision that can have a lasting impact on the longevity … Continue reading Choosing the Right Person to Repair your Vintage Watch