Watch Care articles for The Good Old Times pocket watch site.
A mechanical watch fails more often from the nightstand than from the movement. Speakers, phones, attics, and bathrooms do more damage than a year of honest wear. … Continue readingMagnetism, heat, and moisture: where not to leave a mechanical watch
Not every old watch should be opened tomorrow. “Fully serviced” should mean cleaned, oiled, timed, and tested — not a quick oil through the holes. Here is when to wait, and what to ask for. … Continue readingWhen not to service a vintage watch (and what “fully serviced” should mean)
A pocket watch travels well by mail if you pack the movement so it cannot rattle, insulate the crystal, and use a tracked, insured service. Here is the bench method we recommend for Canada-wide shipping. … Continue readingHow to ship a pocket watch safely for service across Canada
The accuracy of an antique or vintage manual wind up mechanical wristwatch can vary widely depending on a number of factors such as the age, condition,… … Continue readingWhat is the accuracy of an antique or vintage manual wind up mechanical wristwatch, and what is it function of?
if you cannot find or afford a certified watchmaker, you can still consider a local watchmaker with good references. It is important to ask for references… … Continue readingI need to service my vintage watch. Can I trust a local watchmaker without a formal training but with good references?
Mechanical watches require regular maintenance to keep them in top condition. Here are some tips on how to properly maintain your mechanical watch: Wind… … Continue readingMaintenance tips for keeping your mechanical watch in top condition
Properly handling and winding your mechanical watch is essential to keep it running smoothly and accurately. Here are some tips on how to do so: Wind your… … Continue readingHow to properly handle and wind your mechanical watch to keep it running smoothly
Regular servicing is essential for keeping your mechanical watch running smoothly and accurately. Here are some reasons why it is important to have your… … Continue readingThe importance of regular servicing for mechanical watches
For manual winding watches, it is recommended to wind the watch every morning or every night. Most manual winding watches have around 40 hours of power… … Continue readingHow often shall I wind up a mechanical wristwatch or pocket watch if it is in regular use
If an antique or vintage watch is not in regular use, it is recommended to wind it once a month to keep things moving. However, if the watch is kept in a… … Continue readingHow often should a collector’s mechanical watch be wound if it is not in regular use?