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kcmo · 10 January 2009, 02:37 AM

Guys/Gals,

Can anyone recommend an experienced watchmaker in the Houston area? I'm just looking for someone dependable who can help with regulating and small jobs.

I've tried one independent that I wasn't happy with and an AD that was fair but I'd love to find someone I can establish a relationship with.

Thanks!

jbsteven · 10 January 2009, 02:40 AM

Hal Martin

http://www.halmartins.com/

kcmo · 10 January 2009, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by jbsteven

Hal Martin

http://www.halmartins.com/

Thanks, I know Hal...have never had any services done though

jbsteven · 10 January 2009, 02:47 AM

Can't say he has done anything major in repairs for me but he has sold a few watches from my collection for me. He also does other jewelry related stuff for me. Honest and straightforward kind of guy/place.

CPTL · 10 January 2009, 03:49 AM

I would stay away from the Little Watch Shop on Shepherd. They ruined a watch I had about 7 years ago when they failed to replace the gasket on the battery cover.

Skip Greenwade · 10 January 2009, 07:00 AM

Try Carcci Fine Jewelry. The owner's name is Albert Medina. He does great work.

Daniel and Co. is also good and they usually have an excellent selection of used/as new Rollies.

Best,
Skip

GBJIV · 10 January 2009, 07:16 AM

Bob Ridley in Fort Worth is awesome. If you get to that area - would be worth it.

Best,

GBJIV · 10 January 2009, 07:18 AM

Sorry - He's in Arlington

http://www.watchmakers.com/contactus.html

kcmo · 10 January 2009, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Skip Greenwade

Try Carcci Fine Jewelry. The owner's name is Albert Medina. He does great work.

Daniel and Co. is also good and they usually have an excellent selection of used/as new Rollies.

Best,
Skip

I've never heard of Carcci Fine Jewelry....hmmm. Just looked them up and I live quite close to them. Thanks for the tip!

I have a little bit of experience with Daniel & Co. and wasn't impressed.

kcmo · 10 January 2009, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by CPTL

I would stay away from the Little Watch Shop on Shepherd. They ruined a watch I had about 7 years ago when they failed to replace the gasket on the battery cover.

OK, note to self....stay away!

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Originally Posted by GBJIV

Sorry - He's in Arlington

http://www.watchmakers.com/contactus.html

Thanks....a bit far for me though

xtra3cats · 10 January 2009, 09:28 AM

Hi Karis, I had routine maintenance done (CCO) by http://universalwatch.com/ on my 5513 and my wife's Tudor Lady Sub and very satisfied with the job done by Abel. Charges are very reasonable too. He is in Richmond less than a mile from the Galleria area to Beltway 8.

kcmo · 10 January 2009, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by xtra3cats

Hi Karis, I had routine maintenance done (CCO) by http://universalwatch.com/ on my 5513 and my wife's Tudor Lady Sub and very satisfied with the job done by Abel. Charges are very reasonable too. He is in Richmond less than a mile from the Galleria area to Beltway 8.

Thanks Roy! I live less then a mile from this building. Might pop in sometime.

xtra3cats · 10 January 2009, 11:44 AM

You are welcome, Karis!

GerardoG · 10 January 2009, 01:53 PM

Hi K. Service on my two 1803's by Hal was pretty good, just my 2 cents.

Alcan · 10 January 2009, 02:42 PM

Bob Ridley isn't inexpensive, but he's as good as they get:

http://www.watchmakers.com/contactus.html

kcmo · 11 January 2009, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by GerardoG

Hi K. Service on my two 1803's by Hal was pretty good, just my 2 cents.

Thanks G! I think I'll go there next week....need a regulation.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alcan

Bob Ridley isn't inexpensive, but he's as good as they get:

http://www.watchmakers.com/contactus.html

Thanks Al!

10 January 2009, 02:37 AM	#1
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Any Recommendations for a Watchmaker in Houston? Guys/Gals, Can anyone recommend an experienced watchmaker in the Houston area? I'm just looking for someone dependable who can help with regulating and small jobs. I've tried one independent that I wasn't happy with and an AD that was fair but I'd love to find someone I can establish a relationship with. Thanks!

10 January 2009, 03:49 AM	#5
CPTL "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Texas on my mind Watch: Sub Date; SS/WG DJ Posts: 2,445	I would stay away from the Little Watch Shop on Shepherd. They ruined a watch I had about 7 years ago when they failed to replace the gasket on the battery cover. __________________ 16610 Submariner Date; D Serial 16234 DateJust SS with WG Fluted Bezel & Jubillee, White Roman Dial; F Serial 16570 Explorer II White Dial; M Serial And Hers: 78240 Mid-Size DateJust SS with Domed Bezel & Oyster, White Roman; D Serial

10 January 2009, 07:16 AM	#7
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	Bob Ridley in Fort Worth is awesome. If you get to that area - would be worth it. Best, __________________ Jackson

10 January 2009, 07:18 AM	#8
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	Sorry - He's in Arlington http://www.watchmakers.com/contactus.html __________________ Jackson

10 January 2009, 02:42 PM	#15
Alcan 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Al Location: Way Up North Watch: your P's & Q's Posts: 10,473	Bob Ridley isn't inexpensive, but he's as good as they get: http://www.watchmakers.com/contactus.html __________________ Member #1,315 I don't want to get technical, but according to chemistry alcohol IS a solution!

10 January 2009, 02:40 AM	#2
jbsteven Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Houston Posts: 17	Hal Martin http://www.halmartins.com/

10 January 2009, 02:47 AM	#4
jbsteven Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Houston Posts: 17	Can't say he has done anything major in repairs for me but he has sold a few watches from my collection for me. He also does other jewelry related stuff for me. Honest and straightforward kind of guy/place.

10 January 2009, 07:00 AM	#6
Skip Greenwade "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Crosby, Texas Watch: Too Many to List! Posts: 201	Try Carcci Fine Jewelry. The owner's name is Albert Medina. He does great work. Daniel and Co. is also good and they usually have an excellent selection of used/as new Rollies. Best, Skip

10 January 2009, 09:28 AM	#11
xtra3cats Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: United States Posts: 931	Hi Karis, I had routine maintenance done (CCO) by http://universalwatch.com/ on my 5513 and my wife's Tudor Lady Sub and very satisfied with the job done by Abel. Charges are very reasonable too. He is in Richmond less than a mile from the Galleria area to Beltway 8.

10 January 2009, 11:44 AM	#13
xtra3cats Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: United States Posts: 931	You are welcome, Karis!

10 January 2009, 01:53 PM	#14
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Hi K. Service on my two 1803's by Hal was pretty good, just my 2 cents.

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