Can you recommend someone to repair a pocket watch.
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It was my Grandfathers.
The movement is most likely nothing special.
It probably needs a lot of work.
Hasn't been run for over 40 years.
Glass has come out of the case ( not broken though )
Watch cover - the hinge is broken
Case is gold
Would like to get it back in good condition for sentimental reasons.
The movement is most likely nothing special.
It probably needs a lot of work.
Hasn't been run for over 40 years.
Glass has come out of the case ( not broken though )
Watch cover - the hinge is broken
Case is gold
Would like to get it back in good condition for sentimental reasons.
I'd be happy to take on the mechanical work for you but, having seen ecain's goldsmithing skills, if he's offering to do the casework then grab the offer while it's there!!!
Istr that he also has an on-site wathmaker so you may as well have that side done by him at the same time - I can't see him employing an ex-T*%$£#'s cowboy given the quality of his own work
Istr that he also has an on-site wathmaker so you may as well have that side done by him at the same time - I can't see him employing an ex-T*%$£#'s cowboy given the quality of his own work
You're more than welcome 
I've been following your making thread for some time. In the absence of any reliable working jewellers up here I do occasional simple gold and silver repairs (mush as many jewellers will do simple battery changes) and can appreciate the skill that goes into the more intricate stuff you do.
I also know from bitter experience how nasty watch case repairs can be despite being apparently straightforward. No-one learns or maintains skills like yours unless quality is important to them, so it's pretty clear that you're a safe recommendation!
I've been following your making thread for some time. In the absence of any reliable working jewellers up here I do occasional simple gold and silver repairs (mush as many jewellers will do simple battery changes) and can appreciate the skill that goes into the more intricate stuff you do.
I also know from bitter experience how nasty watch case repairs can be despite being apparently straightforward. No-one learns or maintains skills like yours unless quality is important to them, so it's pretty clear that you're a safe recommendation!
Variomatic said:
In the absence of any reliable working jewellers up here...........
I also know from bitter experience how nasty watch case repairs can be........
Thanks mate. If you did need a reliable jeweller rather than turn stuff away you've only got to ask. We have independent shops all across the uk who post daily to us by special delivery. I know what you mean though, good repair workshops are thin on the ground, but don't let that limit what you can offer the customer. I also know from bitter experience how nasty watch case repairs can be........
+1
Take it to Eddie.
I use a watch repairer called Cephas Mckeough (he has a shop in St. James Road, Shirley, Southampton), but you need someone to repair a case, Cephas is a movement man.
Never used Eddie, but having seen his jewelery making thread, I don't think you'll find a better skilled jeweler to repair the case. Eddie also employs a watch maker, so it's a one stop shop. He also comes across as being a decent bloke.
(So Eddie, when my wife does finally find your shop, do I get discount? )
Take it to Eddie.
I use a watch repairer called Cephas Mckeough (he has a shop in St. James Road, Shirley, Southampton), but you need someone to repair a case, Cephas is a movement man.
Never used Eddie, but having seen his jewelery making thread, I don't think you'll find a better skilled jeweler to repair the case. Eddie also employs a watch maker, so it's a one stop shop. He also comes across as being a decent bloke.
(So Eddie, when my wife does finally find your shop, do I get discount?
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