Antique Waltham Pocket Watch Repair
If you are a collector of antique Waltham pocket watches or have one for personal pleasure, there may come a time when the watch needs repair or maintenance.It is recommended that you take your antique pocket watch to a qualified jeweler with experience in antique pocket watches for all repair and maintenance needs.Care and cleaning of the watch should be done at regular intervals every year and a half to two years.You can get the watch cleaned and oiled to make sure it runs like new and maintains its appearance and quality.However, it is especially important to take your antique Waltham pocket watch in for servicing to a qualified jeweler if there is something wrong with the watch.
Age and abuse are the number one causes of problems with antique pocket watches.If you carry your watch on a daily basis you may accidentally drop it or it may get dirty.These issues can cause a watch to become damaged.If you are a dealer or collector it is possible that you have acquired some pieces that are no longer working and you are interested in getting them restored to full working order to resell them or to add them to your collection.Before doing that there are some steps you should take.
First, make sure you identify the type of watch you have.Is it authentic?Is it completely made from original parts?Are there parts that were mixed and matched?Make sure you know the answer to those questions.Next, research reputable jewelers who reside in your area or look into what companies are available on the Internet.There are several jewelers who specialize in antiques and specifically in Waltham watches.Those are the best to take your antique pocket watch to.
You will need to a get a quote for the repair or restoration of your watch. Often it will be required to put down a deposit for the quote. Generally if you accept the repair quote the deposit will be applied to the total cost. If, however, you decide not to take them up on the repair you will lose the deposit. Make sure the quote outlines exactly what is included in the repair so you can be sure everything is completed and there are no questions. Most importantly, make sure there is a warranty on the work that is done on your Waltham watch, get it in writing and fully understand what is and is not covered and for how long.
