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Process of a Watch Service

Process of a Watch Service

Your watch contains more than a hundred pieces which work synchronously 24/7. With time, the constant friction can wear out the pieces and oils dry. A full service restores both the functional and aesthetic appearance of your watch. It includes disassembly, overhaul, replacement of worn components as well as refreshment of the case whose sealing will be restored.

The process of a watch service

The movement, with the dial and hands attached, is removed from the case and the bracelet or strap is detached.
The movement, with the dial and hands attached, is removed from the case and the bracelet or strap is detached.
The movement is stripped down into its component parts.
The movement is stripped down into its component parts.
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The individual parts are cleaned manually in a cleaning solution.
The parts are then placed in baskets ready to be cleaned in a watch cleaning machine.
The parts are then placed in baskets ready to be cleaned in a watch cleaning machine.
The movement is cleaned thorough in a watch cleaning machine using different cleaning fluids.
The movement is cleaned thorough in a watch cleaning machine using different cleaning fluids.
Each individual part of the movement is carefully examined. Worn components are replaced with genuine parts.
Each individual part of the movement is carefully examined. Worn components are replaced with genuine parts.
watch repair assembly
The movement is carefully reassembled. Our trained watchmakers oil the contact points using manufacturer's recommended lubricants. This guarantees an outstanding long-term performance of the movement.
watch movement timing
The rate of the movement is checked and adjusted, its parameters are checked against the manufacturer's strict quality standards.
The case and bracelet are cleaned in an ultrasonic bath to remove all dirt and debris.
The case and bracelet are cleaned in an ultrasonic bath to remove all dirt and debris.
For certain brands, the shine of the case and bracelet is carefully restored, preserving the originality and shape.
For certain brands, the shine of the case and bracelet is carefully restored, preserving the originality and shape.
The watch is reassembled, gaskets are inspected and replaced.
The watch is reassembled, gaskets are inspected and replaced.
The watch is tested in a water tester to ensure it is sealed correctly according to the manufacturer's specifications.
The watch is tested in a water tester to ensure it is sealed correctly according to the manufacturer's specifications.
Watches are quality controlled and the timekeeping tested for accuracy.
Watches are quality controlled and the timekeeping tested for accuracy.
All watches undergo a visual inspection to ensure all repairs have been completed to the highest of standards.
All watches undergo a visual inspection to ensure all repairs have been completed to the highest of standards.
Automatic watches are kept on an auto-winder for testing.
Automatic watches are kept on an auto-winder for testing.

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