Clock workshop
Professional Clock Repairs
East Barnet is accustomed to seeing customers walking down the street with large clocks in their hands. With over 40 years of experience in restoring and repairing a wide variety of clocks in our workshop, we are committed to providing exceptional service.
As a trusted jewellery establishment, we prioritise security and insurance to protect your cherished clock.
All major services come with a 24-month warranty for your peace of mind. For larger clocks, such as Longcase or Grandfather clocks, we can arrange collection and delivery.
Our workshop is fully equipped with traditional tools and equipment, allowing us to perform conservation work effectively. Most repairs, such as polishing, veneering, and gluing, can be done on-site. However, more complex repairs may need to be referred to a cabinet maker. Additionally, we offer services like brass polishing, electroplating, dial re-silvering, and painted dial restoration. We can also replace broken glass, including bevelled and convex pieces.
Cleaning process
We clean our clocks by hand, using tried and tested age old techniques; soaking the clock parts in a mild horological approved cleaner and then brushing each part by hand. Each part is then inspected for damage and wear. The parts are then rinsed in a degreaser and dried using Maizorb (a modern replacement for sawdust). Polishing mops and ultrasonic machines are never used at any stage, as both are detrimental to clocks in the long run.
Gear Cutting
We have a large store of old clock parts that we have accumulated over some 30-odd years, enabling us to restore even the oldest of clocks, so sometimes we don’t need to make parts. However, when we do, we have a fully fitted machine shop, equipped to hand/machine make replacement gears/bearings and other missing parts for your clock’s restoration.
Dial Restoration
We work with one of the best in the trade, she’s restored many dials for our customers and our own stock. If your clock face is in need of a face lift, or maybe you uncle Fred decided to repaint the numbers on the clock face and it now looks like a deserter, it can soon be rectified.
House visits
We appreciate that some clocks cannot easily be moved, so we provide a call out service with a qualified clock maker for visiting your Grandfather/Longcase clock or regulator.
Free Estimates
We don't charge for estimates. Feel free to contact us regarding your clock. Our friendly workshop will give you advice on repair quotes and also answer other clock-related questions.