A luxury watch is more than just a tool for telling time. It’s a statement of your own style, and a reflection of your own personality and taste.
But as with any piece of jewelry, wear and tear is inevitable. Your luxury watch will require repair and maintenance to keep it running smoothly for many years to come.
Signs your watch is in need of repair
Inaccurate timekeeping is the first sign that your watch needs to be repaired. This can be due to a variety of factors such as magnetization, worn-out parts, or dirt collecting over time. A rattling sound can also indicate anything from loose screws to damaged gears, while condensation in the sapphire crystal signals water damage.
If your watch stops running before its expected power reserve time, it also indicates a problem with the mainspring. And if you notice any resistance when turning the crown, it means that this part will need to be adjusted or replaced.
If you notice any of these signs in your luxury watch, you’ll need to bring it over to the retailer where you bought it from or to an authorized service center to have it checked out.
Watch Maintenance Service vs Watch Repair Service
It’s important to understand the difference between a watch repair and a watch maintenance service. While a repair addresses a specific problem, a watch service involves having regular maintenance work done on the watch to protect it from wear and tear.
Brands have different instructions for service, but the general rule of thumb is to have it serviced every three to five years to keep it in top condition. However, this will also depend on how often you wear your watch. For example, if you go diving with your watch often, then your watch will require more frequent attention and testing for water resistance.
While a watch repair is necessary for unforeseen damages, regular servicing will extend the lifespan of your watch and preserve its value over time. During this process, a certified watchmaker will thoroughly examine the watch, clean it, and replace any worn-out or damaged parts. At Zadok Jewelers, our watch maintenance service is mainly concentrated on the watch case.
The seals and gaskets are checked and replaced to maintain water resistance. The case and bracelet are also cleaned, restoring your watch’s shine and luster. Additionally, the movement is inspected, lubricated, and regulated for optimal performance. We let our clients know if any work needs to be performed on the movement, and this service comes with a 1-year warranty.
Watch Refinishing Service
A step further, the refinishing service includes a complete refinishing of the watch case and bracelet to near manufacturing standards. Scratches and dents will be buffed and removed, polished surfaces will be brought back to their original shine, and satin surfaces will be brushed, while maintaining the original design to ensure texture and design shapes are kept close to the original appearance. In addition, it includes a maintenance service, to restore water resistance.
Complete Watch Service
Quartz Movement
The complete service for a quartz movement includes the complete dismantling of the movement. Our Houston-based team of watchmakers will check every component for wear and tear and replace every faulty part. They will test the control of the electronic module or power consumption, frequency, and other relevant operations required by the integrated circuit, and lubricate the movement, verify the control functions, and finally, restore water resistance. A soft refinish is included. This service comes with a 2-year warranty.
Mechanical Movement
The complete service for a mechanical movement includes the complete dismantling of the
movement. Our highly skilled Houston watchmakers will check every part for wear and tear, replace any part that is faulty, remove corrosion or other sludge, clean all parts, assemble the movement, control tolerances as per manufacturing specifications, lubricate the movement, control all functions and adjust timing and escapement for accuracy, restore water resistance and case in the movement. It also includes a soft refinishing of the case and bracelet, and this service comes with a 2-year warranty.
Restoration of Mechanical Vintage Movement
The complete restoration service includes all work in the complete service for mechanical
movements. However, a restoration service is required if any needed parts are no longer available. Hence, parts will have to be made (technical drawings of the actual damaged part and
neighboring parts involved) by hand or lathe / grinder / mill, instead of ordering and replacing the faulty part.
Final Thoughts
Repairs and regular servicing are essential to ensure your watch functions accurately and retains its value over time. By keeping an eye out for signs that your watch may need service, you can address issues promptly and prevent further damage.
Your luxury watch is a complicated mechanical marvel, which is why you will need to take it to Houston’s best watch technicians. When it comes to quality watch repair, Houston’s leading luxury retailer Zadok Jewelers have certified watchmakers who can handle even the most complex repairs and restorations. We make sure that every timepiece leaving our workshop looks and performs as good as new, and complies with the original specifications set by its manufacturer.
