Best watch repair/mod service in Canada

[patnaboy]

That sounds reasonable for him to do. Just make sure you do your homework on fitment etc. He should be able to do it. He works on various types of movements. He has serviced 6497,7750,7753 and Pam superclone movements for me. I am not sure of other movements but I think he can. Double check with him. If you are near him perhaps meet him and get a feel for what all he can do. He is friendly guy. Prices are reasonable in my opinion.

 

[Allthenamesweretaken]

From when I dealt with him his prices were very reasonable, the work excellent and the amount we save on exchange rate alone vs shipping out of country is the icing on the cake

 

[Momo666]

Salut ! Anyone know of some watchsmiths happy to work on reps in Quebec? Montreal and surrounding regions?

 

[dogwood]

Salut ! Anyone know of some watchsmiths happy to work on reps in Quebec? Montreal and surrounding regions?

It can be a struggle. We have nobody willing to work on reps in Vancouver… this prompted me to learn how to work on watch movements myself. For anyone interested, here’s the thread where I’ve been documenting my journey into watch smithing.

Dogwood's Watchmaking Journey

I've made a few threads here and there about some of the projects that come across my bench, but I figured it would be fun to make thread where I could post some more regular updates about interesting (or dull) things that happen on my work bench. For those finding this for the first time, here...

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Hopefully there’s someone willing to work on reps in Montreal. I know there are some guys in Ontario who do. But for some reason watchsmiths (or at least the ones in Vancouver) don’t like servicing reps.

 

[Momo666]

It can be a struggle. We have nobody willing to work on reps in Vancouver… this prompted me to learn how to work on watch movements myself. For anyone interested, here’s the thread where I’ve been documenting my journey into watch smithing.

Dogwood's Watchmaking Journey

I've made a few threads here and there about some of the projects that come across my bench, but I figured it would be fun to make thread where I could post some more regular updates about interesting (or dull) things that happen on my work bench. For those finding this for the first time, here...

forum.replica-watch.info

Hopefully there’s someone willing to work on reps in Montreal. I know there are some guys in Ontario who do. But for some reason watchsmiths (or at least the ones in Vancouver) don’t like servicing reps.

I'm waiting on a watch to arrive and if needed I'll call around and see if I can find someone in Montreal. Will be sure to share here if I do!

 

[GGEuroHEADSHOT]

I send mine over to Ontario, it cost me $17 in shipping.

 

[scott223905]

I contacted Yasir from Renown Watch Service in Whitby to do some work on my JKF sub; solid guy. Turnaround is fast, only a day for dial, crystal, hands, insert and crown & tube swap.
I'm not sure if he can do further modding tasks like shaving crown guard and drilling lugs, but for the regular watchmaker's works, I highly recommend him.

 

[CTbeforeLP]

I've used @dogwood here in Vancouver for my last 5-6 watch services. Amazing experience. Reasonable prices. And very good communication!

So far He's worked on my VS3235s, vr3235, VSF 8500/8900 clone, 2824, and a 4130.

Very knowledgeable dude!

 

[dogwood]

I've used @dogwood here in Vancouver for my last 5-6 watch services. Amazing experience. Reasonable prices. And very good communication!

So far He's worked on my VS3235s, vr3235, VSF 8500/8900 clone, 2824, and a 4130.

Very knowledgeable dude!

Thanks for the kind words @CTbeforeLP

For anyone interested in following along I’ve made a thread to document my watch making journey.

Dogwood's Watchmaking Journey

I've made a few threads here and there about some of the projects that come across my bench, but I figured it would be fun to make thread where I could post some more regular updates about interesting (or dull) things that happen on my work bench. For those finding this for the first time, here...

forum.replica-watch.info

 

[911Turbo]

Hey guys,
just wondering if anyone had a bad experience with Victor Chow.
I sent him a brand new Arf Explorer for waterproofing and servicing since its recommended.
when I received the watch back today, it had several scratches on it and a major one on the bezel. keep in mind I didn't even wear the watch I shipped it directly to him upon receiving from puretime.
I sent him a text to tell him I received the watch back and told him it was damaged. he hasn't responded yet.
hopefully this issue gets resolved. Its kind of his word word against mine. I already paid for also for his services.

 

[Allthenamesweretaken]

Oooofffff.. really sorry to hear that man. Any chance it was messed up in shipping? Maybe those on here that have dealt with him can speak to it. I've not used him.

Nobody on this "list" is an approved smith so sadly we're all taking chances. Hopefully it gets resolved.

 

[911Turbo]

so I have another update. When I got home I decide to wash the watch with soap and water. Now there is a fog inside the watch. I really don’t know what went wrong. He did come pretty recommended from the posts .
And as for the shipping it was sent well packaged and protected.
I’m so sad I feel like it’s ruined.

 

[Momo666]

so I have another update. When I got home I decide to wash the watch with soap and water. Now there is a fog inside the watch. I really don’t know what went wrong. He did come pretty recommended from the posts .
And as for the shipping it was sent well packaged and protected.
I’m so sad I feel like it’s ruined.

Sorry to hear about this!!! I would never wash the head part of a rep watch, I just don’t trust the water resistance.

 

[dogwood]

Hey @mercedes1987 send it to me. (DM me for my address, I’m in BC). I’ll service it for free (it’ll need a full service since there’s been moisture inside the case).

I know the feeling of having just bought something expensive and now it’s broken. Don’t worry, your rep-family has your back.

 

[scott223905]

Hey guys,
just wondering if anyone had a bad experience with Victor Chow.
I sent him a brand new Arf Explorer for waterproofing and servicing since its recommended.
when I received the watch back today, it had several scratches on it and a major one on the bezel. keep in mind I didn't even wear the watch I shipped it directly to him upon receiving from puretime.
I sent him a text to tell him I received the watch back and told him it was damaged. he hasn't responded yet.
hopefully this issue gets resolved. Its kind of his word word against mine. I already paid for also for his services.

No, you're not the only one, he did good work initially but then has been doing shoddy work since. I believe he was removed from trusted list on RWG for such incidents. I brought a VSF seamaster in his store for service and it was returned full of dust on dial. He took it back 3 times, and the dust was still there.

 

[GGEuroHEADSHOT]

@dogwood This is why I love the community and what RWI is all about. That’s awesome of you to service his watch for free

 

[911Turbo]

We honestly need need more people like @dogwood in this world. I will definitely pay it forward!

 

[dogwood]

I was able to fix @mercedes1987 ’s Explorer I. I don’t want to speak ill of somebody else’s work, but if the condition of this Explorer I is representative of Victor Chow’s work, then I have to say that nobody should send a watch to be serviced by him. Ever. Details of the condition of the watch (which Victor “serviced” less than two weeks ago) can be found here:

Dogwood's Watchmaking Journey

Really enjoying following your thread. I've been wanting to dabble with servicing, but it's a bit overwhelming. Thanks for the updates.

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Ok… now that I’ve got that off my chest, here’s a pic of the case with the butcher’s scratches polished out.

 

[Allthenamesweretaken]

I looked at your repair thread. Excellent and stand up work. Solid member @dogwood

Glad we have another option here in Canada

 

[Momo666]

No, you're not the only one, he did good work initially but then has been doing shoddy work since. I believe he was removed from trusted list on RWG for such incidents. I brought a VSF seamaster in his store for service and it was returned full of dust on dial. He took it back 3 times, and the dust was still there.

Thank you for confirming this!