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VINTAGE WATCH RESTORATION
SwissMade is London's leading vintage watch restoration specialist, based in the historic Hatton Garden jewellery quarter since 1985. Our master watchmakers have over 200 years of combined experience in vintage watch restoration, breathing new life into treasured timepieces spanning every era and maker. Whether your heirloom requires delicate movement repair, sympathetic dial restoration, or complete case refinishing, we approach each vintage watch restoration with the care and expertise it deserves. Every restoration is backed by our comprehensive 2-year warranty, reflecting four decades of craftsmanship excellence in the heart of London.
Why SwissMade for Vintage Watch Restoration?
Free insured, secure return postage pack (up to £25,000)
Free detailed diagnostics and estimate
Specialist vintage expertise since 1985
Sympathetic restoration preserving originality and patina
Hatton Garden workshop - London's jewellery quarter
All vintage watch restorations are backed by our comprehensive 2-year warranty so you can trust your treasured timepiece is in the safest hands.
Vintage Specialists
40+ Years Experience
Period correct parts only
Swiss-standard precision
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2-Year Warranty
Double the industry standard
Field tested reliability
Complete peace of mind
Free Insured Shipping
Up to £25,000 coverage
Secure nationwide service
Track every step online
Mr Edmonds
2026-02-23
Watch strap broke and contacted Swissmade and within 24 hours it was sorted. Super helpful response.
Alfred Wong
2026-02-13
I brought my mother's two defective Omega watches from 1970s to SwissMade to bring back to working order. They were honest that one of them was not serviceable and only quoted for the other watch. The watch was fully serviced and ready for collection sooner than the eight weeks originally estimated, and this hand-wound mechanical watch is now keeping perfect time. Thank you!
Norman Stewart
2026-02-06
Great service, easy to deal with, posting & return so easy & secure. Watch as good as new, super!
mike rogers
2026-01-30
I had a repair, service and refurbishment of my 20 year old Ebel watch. I am very pleased with the result, it looks great. Laurence kept me well informed during the process.
Adrian Peters
2026-01-28
Great service amd very impressed with the efficiency that Nick showed when replying to my queries. Many thanks
Pippa Wilson
2026-01-16
The most pleasant experience getting my Longines watch clasp extended! Super responsive team over WhatsApp. Stayed open late to help me with my watch! Could not recommend enough! :)
Laura Tarantino
2026-01-09
Lucky to have found these guys - knowledgeable pros, and friendly. Had a battery changed and will never go to any other service in Central London - highly recommend!
Our Vintage Watch Repair Services
Types of Vintage We Service
Our skilled watchmakers can service and repair all types of vintage watches, from pocket watches to vintage classics. With over 40 years servicing watches and 70,000+ timepieces successfully repaired, our team has the experience and precision to restore any vintage piece to exceptional performance.
1920s - 1940s Art Deco
All references including Date and No-Date variants. The iconic dive watch that set the standard for underwater timekeeping.
1960s - 1970s Tool Watches
Professional dive watches with extreme depth ratings. Specialist pressure testing to manufacturer specifications.
1940s - 1950s Military
Dual time zone complications for travellers and pilots. Expert service for all references and calibers.
1970s - 1980s Quartz Era
Adventure timepieces built for extreme conditions. Reliable servicing for all vintage and modern references.
1950s - 1960s Golden Era
Manual and automatic chronographs. Racing heritage meets precision timekeeping - we service all Cosmograph Daytona references.
Pocket Watches
Nautical-inspired luxury sports watches. All sizes and materials including Rolesor combinations.
Our Vintage Restoration Process
Expert care for your timepiece in 6 simple steps
1. Free Collection & Insurance
Request your free postage pack online. Your vintage watch is fully insured up to £25,000 from the moment it leaves your hands. Track your timepiece every step of the way through our secure online portal.
4. Case & Dial
Work
Sympathetic case refinishing preserves your watch's character while removing wear. Dial restoration options are discussed with you - from stabilisation to full refinishing - respecting originality and collector value.
2. Diagnostics & Estimate
Our specialist watchmakers photograph and document your vintage watch's condition within 48 hours of arrival. You'll receive a detailed written estimate with restoration options - we only proceed with your approval.
5. Testing & Quality Control
Every vintage restoration undergoes timing regulation on our electronic machines, water resistance testing where applicable, and an extended quality control period before release.
3. Movement
Restoration
Your vintage movement is completely disassembled, cleaned, and inspected. Worn components are replaced with period-correct or manufacturer-approved parts, then reassembled with appropriate lubricants.
6. Insured Return & Warranty
Your restored vintage watch is returned via fully insured courier. Every restoration is backed by our comprehensive 2-year warranty covering accuracy, water resistance, and all workmanship.
Average turnaround 5-10 weeks
BRANDS WE RESTORE
SPECIALIST VINTAGE RESTORATION FOR PRESTIGIOUS SWISS BRANDS
SwissMade restores vintage timepieces from the world's most prestigious watchmakers including Omega, TAG Heuer, Cartier, Rolex, Tissot, Baume & Mercier, Longines, Fortis, and Ebel. Our master watchmakers have four decades of experience sourcing period-correct parts and servicing discontinued calibres, delivering sympathetic restorations that preserve originality and collector value.
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London's Vintage Watch Restoration Specialists
Vintage watch restoration requires a different approach to modern servicing. Movements may use discontinued calibres, parts are often unavailable from manufacturers, and preserving originality is paramount for collector value. At SwissMade, our master watchmakers have spent four decades developing the specialist skills and supplier networks needed for authentic vintage restoration.
From our Hatton Garden workshop in the heart of London's historic jewellery quarter, we've restored over 70,000 timepieces including some of the rarest vintage watches in private collections. Our expertise spans every major Swiss maker - Omega, Rolex, Longines, Jaeger-LeCoultre, IWC, Zenith - as well as English, American, and German vintage pieces.
We source period-correct parts through our network of specialist suppliers, and when components are unavailable, our watchmakers can fabricate replacements to original specifications. This commitment to authenticity is why collectors, auction houses, and discerning owners across the UK trust SwissMade with their most treasured vintage timepieces.
Frequently asked questions
VISIT OUR HATTON GARDEN WORKSHOP
Address
Swissmade Ltd
21-22 Arundel House
43 Kirby Street
London
EC1N 8TE
Contact
+44 (0) 20 7405 8504
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri
9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Saturday
Appointment Only
Getting Here: 🚇 Chancery Lane (Central Line) - 3 min walk 🚇 Farringdon (Multiple lines) - 5 min walk
