Customer Comments

I wanted to write a brief thank you for the work you performed on my grandfather's watch. Well done indeed! My grandmother found that watch, all battered and scratched, forgotten in a drawer for the past 25 years. I thought, at most, you could polish it up a bit and put a new band on. You rather made it new again (actually, I'm rather dumbfounded about how exactly you did this).

I gave it to my father (my grandfather passed away years ago) as an early Father's day present. He was very touched and we both greatly appreciate the work you've done to restore a family heirloom. It is strange, the emotive power that watches have; I feel that a connection has been renewed between past and future generations...all in a little piece of mechanism.

With sincere thanks and appreciation,

J.N. - Philadelphia, PA

Rene', I received the watch today and I must say it is absolutely beautiful. I cannot express my thanks and gratitude enough. You have restored something that means so much to me and I will proudly wear the watch at my Daughters Wedding. Even though my Dad is no longer with us, thanks to your efforts, he will be with me as I walk my Daughter down the aisle.

Thank You so much!

R. McC.- Bartlett. TN

Rene', I just wanted to send a picture of me wearing the watch at my Daughters wedding. The picture is not very good, but the memory is. My Mother and Sisters were very emotional seeing the watch restored to its original beauty and I was honored to wear it during the ceremony.

Thank you so much for your help.

R. McC.- Bartlett. TN

All I can say is Wow! I had no idea that you were planning on package the Titan III up in your own custom, Hamilton inspired, retro watchcase. When I opened the outer box and looked in it was such a surprise. It was like the watch had been in a time capsule and I was back in 1964. When I opened the case and looked inside it was as if my watch was brand new again. The watch looks fantastic and it is keeping great time. I enjoyed reading the booklet and based upon the work you did on my watch you have certainly earned the title “Dean”. Once again, thank you so much for your professionalism and quality workmanship. You deserve a great deal of credit for preserving our American heritage in watch making. These watches really do represent a period of optimism in America. Thanks for keeping that sentiment alive. When I look at the watch, it makes me smile and recall the pleasant days of my youth.

J. D. - Springfield, MA

I received the restored Pacer in the mail, and I wanted to thank you for doing such a beautiful job in bringing it back to life. The watch was my father's, and he always loved it. It is the only thing of his that I own, and it makes me very happy to see it looking so good and running so well. It reminds me of him so much.

Thank you and kindest regards,

G.G. - Scottsdale, AZ

The watch arrived today and you are truly a wizard!!!!!! Am soooo pleased and cannot thank you enough for making my grandmother's watch come back to life! It is hard to believe it's the same piece that was sent to you. Thank you again.

A.W. - Cambridge, MD

Well, I opened your box to view a nice velvet case containing the much anticipated reworked watch. It was better than I had expected! Shiny, like new, and it worked! Nice band, in brown, it has a rather unique basic charm. Most of all it ticks! How often does a watch these days tick! Needless to say I am very pleased. Thank you again for the service and look forward to many more years of use than this watch has seen thus far.

J.S.P. - New Bedford, MA

I just wanted to tell you what a wonderful job you did on my Langley restoration. A true watchmaker's craftsmanship wonder at work. This watch is now one of the better vintage watches I own to enjoy for many years.

G.D. - St. Charles, IL

Many thanks for your prompt service and kind note describing my husband’s watch for us! It arrived today and looks lovely! I know Peter will be very excited to have it in fine working order! Your service is terrific!

T.C.D. - Darien, CT

My Pacer arrived this week. Absolutely beautiful! Thank you for your attention to detail. Even the hands, markers and numerals were polished, unbelievable!

Kind regards,

P.M. - Pelham, AL

Just to let you know – I received my grandfather’s Hamilton 912 pocket watch today. Thanks for a great job of restoration! It looks like new, and my grandfather’s initials were nicely reserved, as I had hoped. I wound and set it – first time in more than 40 years! Nice to see the second hand moving once again. Grandpa would be very happy. Much appreciate your fine work in the timely completion of this restoration.

J.V. - Milani, HI

Got my Pacer back last week and was very pleased with your work. Looks almost like new when I bought it 50 years ago.

A.L. - Arcadia, CA

Rene – I received my watch today. WOW! You are a pro. Many Thanks,

S.W. - Los Angeles, CA

Received my father's Hamilton the other day. Want to say thank you as the watch looks showcase new. Thank you for your efforts in re-conditioning the watch.

J.D. - Mount Laurel, NJ

Just a quick note to say thank you for the beautiful work on my Glenn watch... I just got back from Edmonton last night and Bruce was thrilled with it. It's just gorgeous now. It's perfect. Thanks again for giving us back 1948.

B.W. - Coquitlam, BC Canada

Dear Rene, thank you! Great job. Now it is an Altair I can wear with the knowledge it is esthetically correct and properly functional.

G.D. - Lake Tapps, WA

I received the watch today. Just wanted to tell you that you done a stellar job! You really went the extra mile. It's such a nice watch. Thanks so much for bringing it to life for me! I'll keep getting it serviced through you. The two tone band fits it perfectly. For me Hamilton's are where it's at. I'm a very pleased customer. Thanks so much.

H.McM. - Newton, TX

I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for the excellent work you did on my wife’s watch. I was away on travel when it arrived and upon opening it she did not recognize it as her “old” watch. It is always a pleasure to work with someone who takes obvious pride and pleasure in their work.

A.DeA. - Seattle, WA

I thank you so very much for restoring my grandfather's watch for me - I'm wearing it shamelessly on my wrist now admiring it so very much. Thanks again for your skilled craftsmanship and attention to detail. It makes a huge difference to me.

L.S. - Portland, OR

Sure do appreciate the excellent restoration/repairs on my watch. I'm glad I decided to keep it, and will enjoy using it in the future. Thank you for including the instructions for it' care, and the new case to keep the watch in. I like the new leather band. It certainly enhances the watch. It is nice to know there are very good craftsmen out there who take pride in their work, and are honest in their opinions.

G.McC. - Arnold, CA

many thanks! The watch arrived today - everything absolutely fantastic! You provide an excellent service. I think I'm hooked on Hamilton's now!

Warmest regards,

I.R. - Doncaster, Australia

Rene, I received my watch today and it is outstanding! Thank you for such a wonderful job.

S.B. - Dunham, NC

I just received the watch in the mail. Upon opening the package, my reaction was of shock and amazement. To say the results exceeded my expectations would be akin to saying the Queen Mary II is ‘just a boat’. I have no doubt that the watch, as you have so faithfully restored it, is in the same jewelry case condition as the day that it was presented to my father back in 1968. I have so very little left to remind me of my father. But now thanks to you, I have an exquisite daily memorial of his hard work and dedication to our family.

I can not possibly thank you enough.

K.K. - San Clemente, CA

I just received the watch and indeed you have done some magic. I am very pleased, and having this watch restored means a lot to me, as it belonged to my father and then brother.

P.B. - Wickenburg, AZ

Gorgeous job you made on the Saturn, now I understand why people are saying Rondeau restorations are the best.

R.P. - Victoriaville, Quebec, Canada

Hi Rene, just wanted to let you know how pleased I am with both pacers. Could not be more pleased with them and your attention to detail. Thank you for your excellent work!

M.B. - Phoenix, AZ

Rene--I am writing to let you know that I am thrilled with the two watches that you refurbished for me. I am particularly pleased with the Spectra--the face looks brand new. I really appreciate the high quality of your work and look forward to dealing with you in the future. You're a true artist. Thanks again.

C.M. - Cleveland, OH

I received my Hamilton Lester today. It is absolute gorgeous !!!!! Thank You so Much!

G.K. - Wheeling, WV

I received the Hamilton wristwatch ("Curtiss"), and I wanted to tell you that I am very pleased with the result. You see the evolution of a restoration process, and I'm wondering if the impact of the change is less marked for you because you've witnessed the step-by-step process. I do know I was very impressed with the stark contrast between the "before" and "after" watch. I know this was fundamentally a business deal, but your attention to quality and credibility lends an intangible value to the finished process. My satisfaction with the result has more to do with that intangible value than the monetary cost/value. Thanks for that.

M.K. - Farmington Hills, MI