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Los Angeles Watchworks

Pasadena watchmaker offering battery swaps, full services and vintage repair for Rolex, Omega, Tudor, TAG Heuer, Breitling, Cartier and Seiko.

Los Angeles Watchworks is an independent watchmaker shop at 2108 E Walnut St in Pasadena, with an on-site watchmaker handling work in-house rather than shipping it out. Services cover the basics and beyond: battery replacement, crystal replacement, bracelet sizing, case and bracelet polishing, pressure testing, and full service and overhaul work, including on vintage pieces.

The shop services Rolex, Omega, Tudor, TAG Heuer, Breitling, Cartier and Seiko. The shop says it is an authorized service center for Rolex, Omega, Tudor and TAG Heuer, though that status is the shop's own claim and worth confirming directly if it matters for your piece. Watchmakers hold AWCI and CW21 certifications.

Pricing starts at $35 for a battery replacement and $150 for a full service, with turnaround on full service work running one to two weeks. For customers outside the immediate area, the shop also offers mail-in service.

The shop is open Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm, and closed weekends. It's reachable by phone at (626) 714-7288 or through its website for anyone wanting to check on a specific model or get a quote before dropping a watch off.

Services

  • Battery replacement from $35
  • Full service and overhaul from $150
  • Vintage watch repair
  • Case and bracelet polishing
  • Crystal replacement
  • Bracelet sizing
  • Water resistance testing
  • Mail-in repairs
  • Watchmaker on site

Brands and credentials

Says it is authorized for
Rolex, Omega, Tudor, TAG Heuer
Brands serviced
Rolex, Omega, Tudor, TAG Heuer, Breitling, Cartier, Seiko
Certifications
AWCI, CW21
Turnaround
1-2 weeks

From the shop's own website, not checked with the brands. Confirm an authorization with the brand before sending in a watch under warranty.

Questions

Does Los Angeles Watchworks work on Rolex watches?
Yes, Rolex is one of the brands it services, and the shop says it is an authorized Rolex service center, though that claim is worth confirming directly.
How much does a battery replacement cost?
Battery replacement is listed at $35.
How long does a full service take?
Full service and overhaul work typically has a turnaround of one to two weeks, with pricing starting at $150.
Can I send my watch in instead of visiting in person?
Yes, the shop offers mail-in service for customers who can't come to the Pasadena location.
What are the shop's hours?
It's open Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm, and closed on weekends.

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