Welcome to Vintage Watch Fever

At Vintage Watch Fever we offer an all-encompassing suite of watch servicing & repairs to ensure all your watch needs are fully catered for, with expert guidance throughout your watch ownership journey. Vintage Watch Fever is designed to meet the needs of people who are passionate about watches, whether you are an experienced collector, or are looking to indulge your interest and would like some specialist advice and guidance.

Modern and Vintage Watchmaking Services

As an independent watchmaker, I specialize in the repair, service and restoration of luxury high end watches, both modern and vintage, covering top brands like Rolex, Omega, Heuer, Breitling and more. I offer a personalised and tailored service to all my clients and will take the time to review and diagnose what level of repair and service your watch may need. You will receive regular updates and pictures as your watch goes through the various phases of repair, service or restoration to ensure an optimal result.

 

For a personalized, free of charge quote – all you need to do is send me some initial pictures so we can discuss the work and your preferences and some initial costs.  If you are happy with the cost, you can then send the watch to my private PO box where I will carry out a full diagnosis and final recommendation.

My background

My name is Stefan and I am a professionally trained watchmaker originally from Iceland.  I trained as a watchmaker in Denmark and have spent over 15 years working in house for luxury brands including Breitling, Wempe and Chopard. Since starting up my own watchmaking business, I now specialize in all main luxury brands including AP, Breitling, Cartier, Heuer, Omega, amongst others.

I have been a watch enthusiast for many years and have a deep appreciation for the craftsmanship and artistry that goes into creating a quality timepiece. I have a collection of vintage watches and enjoy the history and mechanics of each one. I have a passion for finding rare and unique watches and am always on the lookout for new pieces to add to my collection.

Breitling 2110

Complete overhauls of mechanical and electronic watches

A complete overhaul of an electronic watch typically involves replacing the battery, cleaning the case and bracelet, and replacing any worn or broken parts. This process may also include adjusting the timing of the watch and replacing the quartz, The movement is disassembled, checked for faults, necessary parts are replaced and then cleaned and reassembled. This process may also include adjusting the timing of the watch and replacing the mainspring. It is then oiled, adjusted and regulated within the manufacturers tolerances.  Movement is assembled with the new parts if needed. End movement is then put on test.
Omega Speedmaster

High end case refurbishing, rhodium plating

High end case refurbishing typically involves cleaning, polishing, and refinishing the case to restore it to its original condition. Rhodium plating is a process of electroplating a thin layer of rhodium onto the surface of the case to give it a bright, reflective finish. Custom engraving is the process of adding a personalized message or design to the case. This can be done with a variety of techniques, such as laser engraving. Offered for most brands and carried out to manufacturers standards.  Case is disassembled, checked for worn components, refurbished and laser filled if necessary. Case is then cleaned, worn gaskets replaced, then water tested and made waterproof where appropriate.
Omega 321 movement restoration

Restoration projects

A watch restoration project involve a variety of tasks, depending on the condition of the watch. Generally, it involve disassembling the watch, cleaning and lubricating the parts, replacing any worn or broken parts, and reassembling the watch. It may also involve refinishing the case and bracelet, replacing the crystal, and replacing the battery. Depending on the complexity of the watch, it may also involve adjusting the timekeeping accuracy and replacing the mainspring. Restoration projects are varied but frequently include a full rebuild of the watch or a relume of the hands and dial. Original parts are sourced and replaced to return the watch to its former glory.  All restoration options are discussed and agreed with parts quoted separately.
Universal Geneve Compax Jumbo

Quick repairs

Quick repairs are repairs that are completed quickly, usually within a few hours or days. These repairs are often done to address minor issues or to make minor improvements to a product or system. Quick repairs can be done by a professional technician. Quick repairs are often used to address minor issues that do not require a full repair or replacement of the product or system, such as replacement of broken or missing crown and pushers, replacement of broken or scratched crystal, polishing of acrylic crystals, adjustment of movement rate when full service not required, battery replacement and reseal and water test.

Let's take a look at your watch

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    Contact and business hours

    Give me a call if you don’t feel like typing out a lengthy email for an informal chat about your watch.

    Business Hours

    Mon – Fri …… 10 am – 8 pm
    Sat, Sun …… Closed

    Phone

    +44 (0)7990677116