Considered Care
for Fine Timepieces

The clearest signs are a change in timekeeping accuracy — gaining or losing more than a few seconds per day — or a movement that feels hesitant or stops intermittently. Fine mechanical movements generally benefit from service every four to six years, though this varies by calibre. If you are unsure, we are happy to assess the piece without commitment.

We photograph the watch on arrival and prepare a written assessment noting its current condition, any existing damage, and our initial observations. You will receive this before any service begins, and we discuss the appropriate scope of work together. Nothing proceeds without your agreement.

A Mechanical Calibre Service typically takes three to five weeks from intake to collection. This accounts for disassembly, staged cleaning, inspection, reassembly, and the observation period during which the movement is regulated across positions. Restoration work runs longer — ten to sixteen weeks is typical for the Premium Restoration Programme, depending on the depth of work required.

Yes. Vintage pieces are handled with particular attention to originality. Where parts are needed, we source components suited to the reference rather than substituting modern equivalents without discussion. If a component is unavailable or its procurement would compromise the piece, we will tell you plainly.

The listed prices cover the standard scope of each service. If the assessment reveals additional requirements — worn components, secondary damage, or complications that alter the scope — we will outline this in writing and confirm the revised figure before continuing. There are no charges applied without prior agreement.

Pieces left in our care are held securely on-site. We recommend that owners maintain their own specialist insurance for high-value timepieces as standard practice. We are happy to discuss storage arrangements or collection preferences for particularly significant pieces.