Watchmaker for Amsterdam
The workshop is in Weesp — part of the municipality of Amsterdam since 2022. Classic and vintage watches, from a service to a full restoration.
From Amsterdam to the workshop
Weesp is part of the municipality of Amsterdam, and the workshop is on the Stationsweg. From the centre it is about half an hour by car along the A1 or the A9, and there is somewhere to park.
By train it is quicker. From Amsterdam Centraal, Amstel or Zuid the sprinter runs straight to Weesp station — Weesp is the junction where the Flevolijn, the Gooilijn and the Schiphollijn meet, so you do not have to change.
If you would rather not travel, the watch can also be sent insured with our shipping service.
What happens to your watch
Every watch starts with an assessment. We open the case, examine the movement under the microscope and establish what it needs. Only then do you get a quote — nothing is done that you have not said yes to.
In a service the movement is completely disassembled, cleaned, re-oiled and regulated. Worn parts are replaced or, on older watches for which nothing is available any more, made to measure. The case is then closed and the watch is tested, water resistance included.
The whole process is on the How it works page, and the rates are on Rates.
Frequently asked questions
Can I bring my watch in?
Yes, by appointment. The workshop is not a shop, so an appointment makes sure there is time to look at the watch together. Get in touch through the contact page, or register your watch first.
How long does it take?
It depends on what is needed and on the parts. A service usually takes a few weeks; a restoration that needs parts made takes longer. You get an indication as soon as the assessment is done, and you can follow the status of your repair online.
Do you work on vintage watches too?
That is the greater part of the work. With older movements especially, parts are no longer sold and get made or adapted in the workshop.