The Traditional Watchmaker- a Historical Perspective

When searching the internet to find a watch repair shop, what terms do you use: antique watch repair, vintage watch repair, old hand-wound watch? Chances are, it probably is not "watchmaker." But this term was commonly used to describe someone in the trade of watch repair before the advent of battery operated watches. What is … 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