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Jewelry & Watch Hospital

Watch repair

Vintage and pocket watch repair.

Older watches and pocket watches can often run again, but parts can be scarce and every movement is different. We assess the watch first and tell you honestly what it needs, what parts are available, and what we recommend.

When you might need it.

  • An inherited watch or pocket watch has stopped
  • The crystal is cracked or missing
  • The watch runs but loses or gains a lot of time
  • The case, hinge, or bow is damaged

What’s involved.

  1. Assessment

    We open and inspect the movement and case, and check what parts would be needed.

  2. Your decision

    You get a clear explanation and price before any work starts, including if a repair isn't practical.

  3. Repair

    Agreed work is carried out with care to keep the watch's original parts where possible.

Preliminary pricing.

Your preliminary price range is free and comes from your photos. The final price is confirmed after we inspect the piece in hand, and no work starts until you approve it.

What affects the price

  • The movement and its condition
  • Parts availability
  • Case and crystal repairs
  • How original you want the watch kept

If you’re mailing it in

Wrap the watch so the crystal and hands are protected, and don't try to wind a watch that feels stuck.

Start with photos. Don’t ship anything until we’ve agreed on shipping and insurance with you.

Get a free estimate

Common questions.

Can every old watch be repaired?

Not every one. Some parts can no longer be found or made at a sensible cost. We'll tell you honestly.

Do you repair clocks?

This service covers wristwatches and pocket watches. Ask us about anything else.

Send photos. Get a price. Decide from there.

The estimate is free and takes a few minutes. You’re under no obligation to go ahead.

Get a free estimate