Watch And Clock Repair Archive

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Portescap Movement Service (Secticon Clock Repair)
Portescap Movement Service (Secticon Clock Repair)

They go by many names, but it always means the same high-quality thing. Take a look with us as we service and repair one of these exciting Swiss clock movements, heralded as an “important step in the evolution of watchmaking technique”.

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Rotary Aquaplunge Service: Calibre AS 1700

Vintage Rotary watches are of a higher quality than their modern counterparts and can be quite collectable. See the Aquaplunge service process here.

Longines Flagship Service: Calibre 343
Longines Flagship Service: Calibre 343

The Longines Calibre 343 in this Flagship is just the quality expected from Longines in the 1950s/60s. Look at the movement in detail during a service.

Rolex Prince Service and Repair: Calibre 7040
Rolex Prince Service and Repair: Calibre 7040

The Rolex Prince is an unusual watch which features a very large sub-seconds dial. Take a look as we service this Calibre 7040.

Omega Chronostop Service: Calibre 865
Omega Chronostop Service: Calibre 865

In 1966 the world of chronographs changed forever with the Omega Chronostop. Find out more and see inside the watch as we service this Calibre 865.

Genalex Synchronous Clock Service
Genalex Synchronous Clock Service

Take a look inside this electric synchronous clock as we service and repair the movement. They usually run reliablybut they stop a lot of care is needed.

Zenith Electric Master Clock Service
Zenith Electric Master Clock Service

If you’re here you probably know that in the 20th century Zenith made some brilliant watches, but did you know they also made clocks? Recently I serviced this electromechanical clock which is part of the collection here at The Clockworks, where I am based. It is a weight-driven mechanical deadbeat regulator with a feraris motor to keep it wound.

Pocket Watch Badly Worn Centre Wheel Repair
Pocket Watch Badly Worn Centre Wheel Repair

Today we’re highlighting a single repair done as part of a service. I think it’s an interesting job that involves a sleeve with 0.15mm walls.

ATO Electric Transmitter Clock Service
ATO Electric Transmitter Clock Service

I’ve finally bought myself my first clock - an ATO electric clock from the mid 20th century, with this beautiful hammered effect backboard and domed acrylic front. Very evocative of the domed plexiglass seen on watches of the period.

Zenith Chronograph Service: Calibre 146D
Zenith Chronograph Service: Calibre 146D

I recently worked on this Zenith 146D from the early 60s. Take a look at the end for the watch cased up.

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View fullsize A while back we did some gentle restoration work on this interesting LIP Asymétrique which is a perfect example of some of the wonderfully 'out there' designs they made. The original crown was missing and is a key part of the design so we Hand
View fullsize Some step by step of repairing many damaged teeth from a carriage clock. Due to the size of the damaged section it was decided a new ring should be fitted which would allow the greatest strength of repair, while keeping as much as possible of the ori
View fullsize A functional dust cover with a pertinent and helpful reminder for any would-be watch adjusters.
View fullsize After and before: a careful conservation-focused cleaning to remove decades of dirt and grime build up. Not polished or shined in any way as that doesn't make the clock run any better it's only a sign of a repairer with a delicate ego. Just meticulou
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View fullsize Bespoke Straps: We regularly work with @hirschthebracelet to make custom and bespoke straps, anything is possible and here was an interesting recent project. The brief was something as close as possible to an original strap. We chose a thin, unpadded
View fullsize We've been working on making and testing replacement rubber wheels for secticon clocks. Results are good so far, I think the oldest ones have been running about a year reliably. Photos are in reverse order.
View fullsize Corentin has been refacing and polishing pallet jewels which were chipped. Swipe for the results and the process 🔛
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View fullsize Sometimes when you lift the unmarked enamel dial from a lovely but unsuspecting trench watch there's a nice surprise underneath.
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View fullsize Replacing a pivot on a chronograph hour counter wheel. The final diameter is 0.32mm on this Lemania 1873 component - spares are no longer available so the only option is to repair.
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View fullsize Corentin has been fixing up a platform in preparation for refitting it to its clock movement. A new balance staff was required and here it's being riveted to the wheel.
View fullsize Clear sapphire endstones on a vintage Longines. A tiny window showing the microscopic pivots of the balance staff and the barely perceptible drop of oil lubricating it.
View fullsize Recently serviced Rotary with an automatic A Schild calibre.
View fullsize Official watch care advice from the 1920s, people don't know how lucky they've got it today. Following this advice, if you sent a vintage watch to Switzerland for repair, by the time you get it back it would almost be time to send it away again. Don'
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This gallery isn't your average collection of pretty pictures. It's a showcase of our expert watch and clock restoration skills, captured live on Instagram. Scroll through and see the breadth of repairs we tackle, from simple tune-ups to complete overhauls.

See intricate mechanisms brought back to life, tarnished surfaces polished to perfection, and cracked hands restored to their graceful dance. No matter the problem, our dedication to horological excellence ensures every tick and chime is precise and perfect.

But it's not just about technical skill. Each photo reflects the story of a timepiece – a family heirloom passed down generations, a wedding watch marking a sacred vow, a daily companion ticking through life's milestones. We're the guardians of these stories, ensuring they keep telling time.

So, dive into this visual journey. See the intricate movements, the precise tools, and the quiet satisfaction of a timepiece reborn. And if you have a watch or clock with its own story waiting to be told, we're here to listen. Let us rewind its hands and make it tick again.