Manhattan Time Service – Watch Repair

2 WEST 46TH STREET #400, NEW YORK NY, 10036

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Vintage and Antique Watch Repair and Restoration Services in NY

Your Go-to Service Center for Vintage Classic Watches in New York

Vintage Watch Repair:

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USD $ 300

Pocket-watch restoration

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USD $ 380
Original Gruen Manual Wind Watch Movement
Fully Restored Vintage Manual Wind Movement

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GRUEN WATCH REPAIR

Master watchmaker for Gruen watch repair - guarantees precision. Get a free quote! Safeguard your Gruen's legacy with expert service.

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WALTHAM WATCH REPAIR

Craftsmanship for your Waltham pocket watch repair, entrusted to a master watchmaker. Seek a free quote; reinstate its vintage glory.

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ELGIN WATCH REPAIR

Trust your Elgin pocket watch repair to a master watchmaker. Secure your free quote today and ensure the lasting heritage of your timepiece.

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“I was very pleased with the professional and thorough service on my Bulova Accutron at Manhattan Time Service. Their customer service was excellent! I am also very pleased to have found a new and very professional watch repair service that I can trust since it is almost impossible to find such good service now. Jacob, I thank you and the watchmaker very much!”
Aurelius W.
NYC
“Vintage Omega Dynamic Repair Expert assessment and service on my vintage Omega Dynamic Watch. The price was very reasonable and the watch looks like new. I also picked up a couple of watch bands and am very pleased with the quality and the price of the bands they offer. I'd definitely consider them for major service when I need it... Thank you!”
Amedeo B. Atlanta
GA
“Not many professionals wanted to touch my almost 110 year old Vacheron so I was very grateful to find MTS. The repairs took a long time but they literally had to create by hand three replacement parts so... it was pretty complicated. Communication was great and prices were OK.”
Patrick M.
California

Vintage Watch Service Recommendations

A vintage watch can be a person’s most valued possession, sometimes being passed down multiple generations of a family and preserving a piece of the past well into the future. However, depending on the age of your vintage watch, it can be difficult to get the repair services that your timepiece needs to maintain its functionality and retain its original appearance.

Depending on the age of your vintage watch, there is one huge obstacle in getting the dedicated repair services that you watch deserves: Genuine parts. Unfortunately, watch manufacturers can go out of business, making it hard for their owners to find the parts that they need when their watch stops functioning.

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Vintage Watch Repair Questions & Answers

If you're looking for a vintage watch repair shop, you have a few different options. First, you can check your local area for any watch repair shops that specialize in vintage watches. Many cities have a few different watch repair shops that specialize in vintage watches, and they can usually be found in the yellow pages or online. You can also ask around at local watch repair stores or other specialty shops to see if they know of any watch repair shops in your area.

Vintage watches can be a great investment and a great way to add a unique piece to your collection, but they can also be a source of frustration and disappointment if not properly maintained. Here are some of the most common problems you may encounter with vintage watches: 1. Poor lubrication: Over time, the lubricants used to keep the watch running smoothly can break down and become ineffective. This can cause the watch to run erratically, or even stop altogether.

The answer to this question depends on the type of vintage watch you have. Generally speaking, vintage watches should be serviced every 3-5 years, depending on the type of timepiece and its condition. If you have a manual wound mechanical pocket-watch, it should be serviced more often, as the moving parts are more prone to wear and tear. Quartz watches such as the Bulova Accutron Spaceview 214 tuning fork watch, on the other hand, require less frequent servicing.

Winding a vintage watch is a delicate process that requires patience and care. It is important to remember that vintage watches are delicate and require special handling. The first step in winding a vintage watch is to locate the winding crown. This is usually located at the top of the pocket-watch and is used to wind it, on a wrist watch the winding know otherwise known as the winding crown is located on 3 o'clock. Once the winding crown is located, it is important to make sure that the crown is in the unlocked or neutral position. Next, rotate the winding stem clockwise, usually between 20 turns or until you sense resistance. It is essential to not overwind it, as this could potentially damage the mainspring, you will feel resistance near when the mainspring is fully wound. Once the winding has been accomplished, the crown should be inserted tenderly. Keep in mind that some antique watches don't necessitate this form of winding, as automatic and self-winding timepieces employ the movement of your arm to wind up the mainspring. Winding the watch clock-wise does not wind the mainspring and rather acts as a clutch. When you turn the crown counterclockwise, the winding mechanism typically disengages, and the crown simply spins without affecting the mainspring or the watch's operation. This is a safety feature to prevent potential damage to the watch mechanism from incorrect winding.

The most common vintage watch repair issues are related to the movement, the case, and the dial. Movement: The movement is the internal mechanism that powers a watch and is the most complex part of a vintage watch. The most common issues with vintage watch movements include worn or broken parts, dirt and dust buildup, and corrosion. Worn or broken parts can be caused by age and wear and tear, and can affect the accuracy of the watch.

Finding a watchmaker who specializes in vintage watches can be a bit of a challenge, but with a bit of research and patience, you can find the perfect watchmaker for your needs. First, you should start by checking online for watchmakers who specialize in vintage watches. You can search for watchmakers in your area or even nationwide. Many watchmakers have websites where you can view their portfolios and contact information and especially their reputation by checking their Google Reviews and searching for their business name on different watch forums.

If you are interested in learning more about vintage watch repair, there are a few different options available to you. The first and most obvious option is to take a class or workshop. Many watch repair shops offer classes and workshops that teach the basics of watch repair and maintenance. These classes can range from basic maintenance and cleaning to more advanced repairs such as replacing parts or adjusting the movement.

Our Expertise at fixing Vintage watches

Although we are not from the past, we’re quite modern. We offer expert watch repair on all sorts of time-pieces and have over 39 years of experience. We specialize in the repair of vintage, antique and pocket watches. Fortunately, if you’re looking for a trusted watch repair service for your vintage watch or a pocket watch, the convenient solution is to request a quote from our master watchmaker by filing out the short form above clicking on the GET A FREE QUOTE button or by bringing your timepiece to our service center in Mid-town Manhattan in NYC. If you live in New York or you’re just visiting, you can find us at 2 West 46th Street, in the center of Manhattan in NYC. Call Us: (212) 840-0441

Vintage and Pocket Watches from New York – Watch Wiki
When you look at the watch on your wrist to check the time, you probably don’t think much about it. But about a hundred to a hundred and fifty years ago, watches were more likely to be on your vest or pocket, attached to a chain, than on your wrist.

Ingersoll Watch Company
Vintage pocket watches from New York are still around today. They’re on eBay and sometimes they are seen in estate sales. There were a number of watch companies operating in the time period roughly covering 1860-1930 or so. One New York watch company was known as the Ingersoll Watch Company, which opened its doors in 1892. They were located in New York City, although they did have factories in New Jersey, in both Waterbury and Trenton.

The two Ingersoll brothers, Robert and Charles, ran a mail-order business and decided that the world needed a good, inexpensive watch. In those days, that would be about a dollar. So they set out to promote a watch which came to be known as “the watch that made the dollar famous.” Their idea was a resounding success, with their first 10,000 watches selling quickly at one dollar each. They became a major manufacturer of wrist watches and pocket watches from New York. Their profit margin was a whopping 15 cents per watch, but in those days, that was still an excellent amount.

When they took their watch to the Colombian Expedition in 1892, they sold the watches for $1.50 each, making nearly double profit on each watch, which they purchased for 85 cents each. The following year, the brothers went to the Chicago World’s Fair and made another bundle on their product. This time, they had the World’s Fair emblem stamped on the watch case for even greater appeal.

After the end of WWI, the ensuing economic depression forced the brothers to sell their company. In 1922, the Waterbury Watch company bought Ingersoll for 1.5 million. Twenty years later, US Time Corp bought out Waterbury. They continue to use the Ingersoll name.

New York Standard Watch Company
Another vintage watch company operating around the same time was known as the New York Standard Watch Company. Opening their doors in 1885, they were based in Jersey City, New Jersey. As a vintage watch company, their products today are considered to be of rather inferior quality and not worth much, often not even worth the cost of repair. The company produced mainly lower-quality pieces, although they were prolific and produced over 8 million watches.

They sold pocket watches under the names of Crown and New Era. They also made watches for Sears Roebuck, sold under the Edgemere name.

The New York Standard Watch Company closed its doors in 1929.

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Thank you for being interested in having your watch repaired with us, we are looking forward to your visit. In the meantime if you have any questions please don’t hesitate to call or e-mail.

The following busses stop near our location in mid-town NYC: M1 – 5th Ave/48th street, M2 – 5th Ave/47th, M3 – 5th Ave/ 46th street, M4 – 5th Ave/44th street, M5 – 5th Ave/40th street, Q32 – 5th Ave/53rd street, QM2 – 6th Ave/44th street.

Orange lines (B, D, F, M) to 47-50 Rockefeller Center, yellow lines (N, Q, R) to 49th street and 6th Ave, red lines (1, 2, 3) to Time Sq 42nd street, purple line (7) to Time Sq 42nd street

We are conveniently located in mid-town Manhattan at 2 west 46th street #400, between 5th and 6th (closer to 5th) across the street from Ranch1 restaurant.

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