Vintage Watch Repair Experts

Our Master Watchmaker is an expert in the intricate movements and casings of all wristwatches and pocket watches and excels in vintage watch repair, from a complete restoration service of the movement to a full watch case refurbishment. We offer professional watch repair for a wide variety of timepieces, including antique pocket watches, vintage military watches, and more modern models requiring quartz movement repair. Whether you’re looking for old watch repair or vintage wrist watch repair, we have the experience and craftsmanship to help.

We are able to repair and restore most types of vintage watches, from verges through to English lever and everything in between. Our services include watch battery replacement and pressure testing, watch resealing, and watch glass replacement—all essential for ensuring longevity and water resistance. Our passion is to restore your timepiece to the highest level. We have successfully restored a vast number of vintage watches over the years—this is a highly specialist area requiring a meticulous, knowledgeable eye. Our Master Watchmaker has trained for decades to become fully competent in handling even the most intricate movements and rarest models. From antique watch repair to luxury watch repairs, we provide expert care with exceptional results.

If other watchmakers have been unwilling to work on your vintage timepiece, these jobs are our speciality. Our vintage watch repair service is available in both our Lewes and Uckfield shops, or you can use our comprehensive insured FREEpost option to safely get your timepiece to us. Whether you’re in need of watch repairs in Lewes or a trusted provider of vintage watch restoration in the UK, we’re here to help.

Vintage Watch Repair, Restoration and Refurbishment

We are delighted to have our own in-house Master Watchmaker dedicated to the repair, restoration, and refurbishment of vintage watches and antique timepieces. We are one of the few jewellers in the UK with this level of expertise. As true vintage watch specialists, we also work with one of the best dial restorers in the UK, ensuring we can return even the most worn vintage wristwatch to its original beauty.

No matter how much damage or wear your watch has endured—from faded dials to cracked crystals—our services cover glass replacement for watches, watch case refurbishment, and delicate movement restoration. We are proud to offer vintage Omega watch restoration, vintage Tudor watch repair, and repairs for vintage military watches, alongside luxury watch repairs across major Swiss brands.

If your watch has stopped working, don’t give up hope. Our Master Watchmaker has over 25 years of experience in antique and vintage watch repair, covering every aspect from valuation to overhaul. We work on all makes and models, including Rolex, Patek Philippe, Omega, Tag Heuer, Breitling, Tudor, Longines, and many more. 

We know that sourcing original components is essential to maintaining the value of a vintage watch. When originals can’t be found, our Master Watchmakers are capable of crafting bespoke parts to match the original specifications, preserving accuracy and integrity. This is a critical part of antique watch repair, especially as tolerances in vintage watches are incredibly tight.

Our Vintage Watch Repair Services

Whether you’re after a complete overhaul or simple watch service, we have the knowledge, tools, and passion to keep your watch ticking beautifully. Here are some of the vintage watch repair services we offer:

• Battery replacement, resealing, and pressure testing – Including on water-resistant models like the Hydroconquest. We provide watch battery replacement and pressure testing to ensure optimal performance.
• Bracelet and strap repair/replacement – Whether modern or vintage, we provide watch restoration and replacement services for bracelets and straps.
• Quartz watch repair, servicing, and movement replacement – Our team specialises in quartz movement repair to ensure your Longines timepiece continues to keep time accurately.
• Case and bracelet restoration, polishing, and refinishing – We offer case and bracelet restoration to bring your watch back to its original aesthetic, removing marks and scratches while maintaining the original lines and finish.
• Dial restoration and repair, including re-luming – We can restore vintage watch dials or replace damaged modern dials. Our antique watch repair expertise ensures the highest standard of care for vintage and antique pieces.
• Full servicing – A full watch service includes complete disassembly and ultrasonic cleaning of all watch components. The movement is inspected, worn parts are replaced as needed, and the watch is reassembled, lubricated, timed, and pressure tested.
• Glass replacement – Acrylic, mineral, or sapphire. Our watch glass replacement service ensures that scratches or damage to the glass are remedied with authentic materials.
• Experience and expertise in vintage wrist watch repair — vintage watch restoration for all brands.

Why WE Clark Watch Repairs?

Quality – Whether it’s an Rolex watch service, antique watch repair, or work specific to our Tag Heuer authorised service centre, our award-winning team are experts in watch repair, are renowned for their attention to detail.

Experience – As a fourth-generation family business, we are passionate about providing first-class luxury watch repairs and we ensure every timepiece receives expert care from our watch repairer team, headed by our experienced Master Watchmaker.

Trusted – We pride ourselves on exceptional customer service, holding a Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award. Our clients regularly leave glowing testimonials on Feefo and Google, reflecting our reputation as trusted experts in antique watch repair, watch restoration, and more.

Convenience – Our fully insured Freepost Repair Service caters to clients across the UK, making it easy to access our expert watch repair services. For local customers, we also offer in-store watch service and watch repairs in Lewes and Uckfield.

Our Fully Insured FREEPOST Service

You can ship your timepiece to us from anywhere in the UK using our Royal Mail Special Delivery FREEPOST service. Your vintage watch is insured for up to £20,000 throughout its postal journey, from the moment the package leaves your hand to when it is posted back to you. Before we carry out any repair work, we will discuss the estimated costs with you first. With W.E. Clark Watch Repairs, your vintage watch couldn’t be in safer hands.

If you have a vintage watch requiring attention, but you are outside of the UK, we can still help. You will have to organise shipping, other than that you can expect the same exceptional vintage watch repair service.

Our Guarantee

From the moment we receive your vintage watch, we will take care of it. Our Master Watchmaker will carry out any repair or restoration work with the utmost sensitivity and expertise. We know you will be delighted with the results, but for peace of mind, we offer a minimum 12-month guarantee for all work undertaken.