Watch services
Detailed service categories for owners in the Netherlands. Availability and final scope depend on the individual watch, condition and technical assessment.
Condition assessment
Goal: establish the visible and functional condition of a watch before any work is proposed.
Typical activities: exterior inspection, functional checks, review of obvious wear, discussion of known service history and preparation of a preliminary recommendation.
Format: by appointment or agreed intake procedure in the Netherlands.
Mechanical movement service
Goal: address appropriate servicing needs in a mechanical movement.
Typical activities: disassembly where suitable, cleaning, lubrication, reassembly, basic adjustment and functional testing. Replacement parts are only considered where needed and available.
Duration: varies by movement, condition and parts availability; no universal turnaround is promised.
Conservation-focused restoration
Goal: improve usability or presentation while preserving historical character where practical.
Typical activities: discussion of originality, reversible or restrained interventions, case and component review, and documentation of agreed work.
Case and bracelet refinishing review
Goal: determine whether cosmetic work is appropriate.
Typical activities: evaluate scratches, prior polishing, geometry, surface finish and the risk of removing original material. Refinishing is not automatically recommended.
Vintage watch consultation
Goal: help owners understand age-related service considerations.
Typical activities: discuss wear, originality, movement type, dial and case condition, documentation, safe everyday use and realistic service priorities.
Collector education session
Goal: provide educational guidance rather than investment advice.
Typical activities: condition vocabulary, provenance basics, reference research, maintenance planning and responsible acquisition questions.
From enquiry to documented recommendation
