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andreturning · 25 February 2017, 05:08 PM

I have a interview for a apprenticeship position.Is watchmaking a good overall career? will the need continue to rise? salary wise can i make a good living? young guy here mid-twenties, Located in the US.new-england to be exact.

Pharaoh_83 · 25 February 2017, 05:10 PM

I believe that if you build a reputation of trust and great service you'll succeed. My family has been in the jewellery business for decades now and that formula always builds your repeat clients.

Good luck!

Formulansx · 25 February 2017, 05:17 PM

From what I've heard, be prepared to throw down 30k if you want to keep a Rolex parts account these days

gossbeau · 25 February 2017, 06:39 PM

I can't see why not. It is a respectable profession and since the demand for mechanical watches always increases, there will always be work to be done. A little bit like doctors or opticians. I, however, wouldn't be able to go that route as I am far from being a handyman.

dadonn2 · 25 February 2017, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by gossbeau

I can't see why not. It is a respectable profession and since the demand for mechanical watches always increases, there will always be work to be done. A little bit like doctors or opticians. I, however, wouldn't be able to go that route as I am far from being a handyman.

I'm with Vin on this. X2

ukflyboy · 25 February 2017, 07:45 PM

This is perhaps not the best place to ask, as peoples' opinions will be swayed by their passion and interest for watches. The difference between an apprenticeship as a watch maker vs being a plumber/builder/electrician etc is that fixing a luxury watch is entirely optional. If the economy take a hit, so too will your business of fixing expensive watches.

Watch making is a great career, provided you have a keen interest in horology and want to get paid to do it every day. But don't be under any illusions, it isn't going to make you a millionaire and will to a certain degree be susceptible to trends in demand for luxury watches.

Old Expat Beast · 25 February 2017, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by ukflyboy

This is perhaps not the best place to ask, as peoples' opinions will be swayed by their passion and interest for watches. The difference between an apprenticeship as a watch maker vs being a plumber/builder/electrician etc is that fixing a luxury watch is entirely optional. If the economy take a hit, so too will your business of fixing expensive watches.

Watch making is a great career, provided you have a keen interest in horology and want to get paid to do it every day. But don't be under any illusions, it isn't going to make you a millionaire and will to a certain degree be susceptible to trends in demand for luxury watches.

This. Good advice.

SearChart · 25 February 2017, 08:30 PM

It's the best career for me, I'm very happy to make a career out of my passion and would recommend it to anyone who is passionate about watches.

rootbeer7 · 25 February 2017, 08:45 PM

A skill of any type is good to have. The skills you'll learn are transferable and you'll be paid for your hobby if you love it. You may never be a millionaire, so what? You can be successful road sweeper if you love it and work hard.

superdog · 25 February 2017, 09:02 PM

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Originally Posted by ukflyboy

This is perhaps not the best place to ask, as peoples' opinions will be swayed by their passion and interest for watches. The difference between an apprenticeship as a watch maker vs being a plumber/builder/electrician etc is that fixing a luxury watch is entirely optional. If the economy take a hit, so too will your business of fixing expensive watches.

Watch making is a great career, provided you have a keen interest in horology and want to get paid to do it every day. But don't be under any illusions, it isn't going to make you a millionaire and will to a certain degree be susceptible to trends in demand for luxury watches.

Great answer here.

MonBK · 25 February 2017, 09:03 PM

Seems to work for Kent.

Cerachrom12 · 26 February 2017, 12:25 AM

Watchmakers are in short supply in this day and age. Just in the US, there are millions of Rolex timepieces out there and they all need to be serviced/fixed at some time. I truly feel independent watchmakers are essential, as the RSC'S in the US cannot service all the Rolex watches that are out there. And many young folk want to just sit behind a computer in a cubicle. The watchmaker industry needs new recruits, IMO

joli160 · 26 February 2017, 12:35 AM

Well, honestly I don't think it's easy to set up your own shop and get enough work to make a living. If you choose to work for an AD, perhaps a different story.
In my country there is only one independent watchmaking company who I trust to work on my watches, otherwise it's off to the RSC. Not a great demand it seems so. Just my feelings, but do live the dream

swils8610 · 26 February 2017, 02:07 AM

Reach out to Vanessa and get her opinion...

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Kingair · 26 February 2017, 02:17 AM

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Reach out to Vanessa and get her opinion...

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X2 !

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anothernewphone · 26 February 2017, 02:40 AM

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Originally Posted by gossbeau

since the demand for mechanical watches always increases

I've got some bad news for you

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Pharaoh_83 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Toronto Posts: 278	I believe that if you build a reputation of trust and great service you'll succeed. My family has been in the jewellery business for decades now and that formula always builds your repeat clients. Good luck!

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gossbeau Banned Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Vinh Location: Lausanne/HCMC Watch: 25940ok Posts: 915	I can't see why not. It is a respectable profession and since the demand for mechanical watches always increases, there will always be work to be done. A little bit like doctors or opticians. I, however, wouldn't be able to go that route as I am far from being a handyman.

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ukflyboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: UK Posts: 64	This is perhaps not the best place to ask, as peoples' opinions will be swayed by their passion and interest for watches. The difference between an apprenticeship as a watch maker vs being a plumber/builder/electrician etc is that fixing a luxury watch is entirely optional. If the economy take a hit, so too will your business of fixing expensive watches. Watch making is a great career, provided you have a keen interest in horology and want to get paid to do it every day. But don't be under any illusions, it isn't going to make you a millionaire and will to a certain degree be susceptible to trends in demand for luxury watches.

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MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,281	Seems to work for Kent.

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Cerachrom12 Banned Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Geoff Location: USA Watch: ing you! Posts: 502	Watchmakers are in short supply in this day and age. Just in the US, there are millions of Rolex timepieces out there and they all need to be serviced/fixed at some time. I truly feel independent watchmakers are essential, as the RSC'S in the US cannot service all the Rolex watches that are out there. And many young folk want to just sit behind a computer in a cubicle. The watchmaker industry needs new recruits, IMO

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