An independent horology practice built on decades of precision micro-repair.
Lazarus Watchmaking was born from a simple observation: the skills that keep high-value avionics flying are the same skills that bring a mechanical watch back to life.
For decades, I built and repaired some of the most exquisite micro-avionics equipment in the world. As a career aviation maintenance professional, I spent my working life inside the kind of precision that most people never see — the invisible tolerances, the patient microscope hours, the understanding that a single misaligned component can mean the difference between function and failure.
That proven ability to pour over the tiniest vital details has restored countless high-value systems. It is, frankly, an unfair advantage at the watchmaker's bench. Where others might see tedious, exacting work, I see the familiar territory of a career spent at the edge of what the human hand can achieve.
I chose independent watchmaking because it aligns with who I am: a craftsman, not a salesman. The work sells itself. There is a global labor shortage in skilled watch repair, and the demand is real. Jewelry shops across the country need a dependable partner who can service the movements their customers bring in — without the months-long wait that has become the industry norm.
My temperament aligns with fine craftsmanship but explicitly not with aggressive sales tactics. This is a business where precision, reliability, and quiet competence matter more than persuasion. The watches do the talking.
Rather than attempting to service every watch that arrives, I focus on specific, high-volume caliber families — the workhorse movements found in countless Seiko watches and micro-brand timepieces. This focused approach means stocked parts, standardized processes, and turnaround times that respect your customers' patience.
Every service follows the same comprehensive process: full internal teardown, ultrasonic cleaning of every part, fresh Moebius lubricants, new gaskets, demagnetizing, and careful regulation. Original parts are preferred — they have worn in with the other components over the life of the watch, and that harmony is worth preserving.
When a watch arrives with damage beyond normal wear — corrosion, deep marking, excessive wear — I will send a quote for the additional work before proceeding. No surprises, no unauthorized charges.
Fixed prices, clear scope, no surprise charges. If a watch needs more than standard service, you'll know before any work begins.
Two to three weeks is the standard, not the exception. Rush service is available when your customer's timeline demands it.
Every movement gets full teardown, ultrasonic cleaning, fresh lubricants, and careful regulation. No shortcuts, no partial services.
If you're a jewelry shop looking for a dependable watch servicing partner, I'd welcome a conversation. New client meetings are always welcome — whether by phone, email, or in person.