Turning Your Memory Into a Work of Art
Whether you have a vintage watch or a family heirloom, we can bring it back to life for you. Our certified watchmakers are equipped with the skills and state-of-the-art equipment so that they have everything they need to restore any part of your sentimental timepiece.
Restoring Your Vintage Mechanical or Quartz Timepiece
Vintage watch restorations typically include:
- Basic maintenance of the movement
- Any damaged parts repaired or replaced
- Dial refinishing and restoration
- Crystal replacement or restoration
- Case and bracelet refinishing
- Water resistance testing
- Monitoring the watch for 48 to 72 hours for accuracy
Everything Required for Proper Care & Restoration
Vintage Timepieces Demand a Watchmaker’s Best
Depending on the timepiece, restoring a vintage watch requires a bit more effort and time in comparison to much more modern pieces. At My Jewelry Repair, we have everything required for a proper and professional restoration.
Professional Parts Sourcing Team
Finding parts for these watches can be a challenge, but our long history with the industry has given us access to great sources.
Our professional parts sourcing team puts every effort into finding the correct and genuine parts for your timepiece. If the parts are no longer available, our certified watchmakers can manufacture some parts if needed.
From professional battery replacements to mechanical movement overhauls, we have all of your watch repair needs covered. Our team of Experienced Watchmakers have many Certifications, including:
- WOSTEP
- CW21
- SAWTA
- SWATCH Group
In addition to our certifications, our Master Craftsmen have over 25 years of experience bringing timepieces back to their former glory.
Watch Repair Service Center
Our state-of-the-art Watch Repair Service Center was custom-built to include Swiss standards such as: NASA-level clean rooms, extensive natural lighting, the latest top equipment, and more. There is no other facility of this level, designed specifically for the craft of watchmaking, in all of North America.
Our service center features only the best in the watch repair business, as each of its elements are essential in order to process the service up to the manufacturer’s specifications of care.
Dial Refinishing Services by Kirk Rich Dial Co.
The art of dial refinishing is an art form at risk of fading away, but is fortunately being restored with new vision and the help from My Jewelry Repair. Our authorized partnership with Kirk Rich Dial Co. has allowed us to share ideas on how to provide the best service for our customers all from one location.
Kirk Rich Dial Co. has been servicing the trade since 1926 and is the leading name in dial refinishing in the United States, respected globally for stellar work. Refinishing both antiques and new timepieces, their designs are handcrafted in their own manufacturing facility to meet the highest standards of watchmaking and restoration.
When you send your vintage timepiece over to My Jewelry Repair, each piece of the watch is carefully restored in the most professional manner, including your dial.
If you would like to learn more about Dial Refinishing, visit our blog, “What is Dial Refinishing?“
Vintage Watch Restoration Examples
Here are just a few examples of vintage watch restorations we have recently completed:
This 1947 Bulova watch needed a clean, overhaul, adjust on the movement, as well as crystal and band replacement.
(Before & After #28)
This Waltham watch needed a clean, overhaul, adjust on the movement, dial refinish, and stem & crown replacement.
(Before & After #30)
This Elgin watch needed a clean, overhaul, adjust on the movement, dial refinish, as well as crystal, stem & crown replacement.
(Before & After #37)
This 1920’s Black Starr & Frost Timepiece required sapphire stone replacements and a full mechanical movement clean & overhaul.
(Before & After #35)
This Elgin timepiece needed a complete movement overhaul, crystal and band replacement, and dial refinishing.
(Before & After #117)
Ready to Restore Your Vintage Timepiece?
If you would like to place an order for your vintage timepiece, click the “Get Started” button!
Free Standard Shipping* and Free Evaluations
You don’t pay anything until you approve a repair or have us send it back to you at no charge.
*Partnered Stores/Manufacturers may have their own requirements for shipping and/or insurance specifications.
Commonly Asked Watch Repair Questions:
Watch Repair Pricing
Pricing chart for costs associated with some common watch repair services. Pricing may vary for certain brands, luxury and/or vintage watches.| Service | Starting Price |
|---|---|
| Battery Replacement (includes pressure test) | $39.99 |
| Leather Band Repair/Replacement | $49.99 |
| Crystal Replacement | $59.99 |
| Stem & Crown | $69.99 |
| Movement Clean & Overhaul - Quartz | $129.99 |
| Movement Clean & Overhaul - Mechanical | $249.99 |
| See Full: Pricing List |
You Never Have to Leave Your Home!
Print your shipping label and order slip. Choose your insurance, pack your repair(s). My Jewelry Repair provides step-by-step instructions for safe packaging and travel. All you have to do from there is schedule USPS courier pickup if you don’t want to leave your home, or drop-off (with your nearest USPS location). Tracking included for safe arrival and transparency.
You’ll never have to navigate a baffling mall layout again, looking for a ‘quick’ repair that takes forever. All you have to do is put the watch in the mail and we’ll have it back with a quick turnaround, fully restored, fully functional.
Watches can be complicated and sometimes delicate objects, many of which are one of a kind. Our master watchmakers take utmost care during every step of the repair and restoration process.
Common Watch Situations
Watches generally come to us due to:
- Watch worn during inappropriate activities
- Improper use of chronograph functions
- Exposing watch to magnetic fields
- Improper watch function settings
- Winding a watch while wearing it
- Cross-threading watch crown
- DIY battery replacement
- Improper watch storage
Unless you’re a specialist, don’t try this at home. We see a lot of interesting stuff that comes to us from those do-it-yourself folks.
From professional battery replacements to mechanical movement overhauls, we have all of your watch repair needs covered!
Online Watch Repair by Mail
With MyJewelryRepair.com… Anywhere!
When you find your self asking where to go, you’ll be glad to know we can provide services from anywhere in the country! We have locations on both coasts and offer free standard shipping – even from Alaska and Hawaii.
All of our services are available at all times
From New York to Los Angeles, Ohio to Texas, our services are not limited by location. We can serve you anywhere in the United States with Free Standard Shipping. Meaning you can get the highest quality in watch repair without restrictions.
We Can Take Care of What Your Warranty Won’t
Is your watch beyond its warranty? Send it on over to MyJewelryRepair.com right away for repairs with great turnaround and competitive rates!
Most new watches come with a 2 year warranty as long as you keep the recommended servicing at specific intervals set by the manufacturer. But warranty’s rarely cover unforeseen accidents or negligence…
Out-Of-Warranty Information
Manufacturer Warranties rarely cover:
- Damage / scratches to watch finish (case, crystal, bracelet, strap or other components)
- Damage caused by failure to comply with parameters of maintenance schedule
- Moisture damage (applicable to non-water resistant watches)
- Damage brought about by misuse, accident, or tampering
- Damage caused by third party repairs
- Accidental damage
We do vintage watch restoration, mechanical and automatic movement repair, quartz movement replacement, and much more!
This will depend on the kind of watch repair service you will need. A simple battery replacement can be processed by our Certified Watchmakers under a week. A movement overhaul on the other hand can be very variable, and is subject to availability of parts.
For a more complete breakdown, please visit: Standard Repair Timelines