In April, I inherited my grandpa's 1960s Omega Constellation. It has the beautiful pie-pan dial and Beads of Rice bracelet, and, with the exception of the end links, it's completely original. I spent quite a bit of time researching who I trusted with it and was very lucky to discover that Nesbit's is right here in Seattle. I brought it to them in June. They originally estimated about 12 weeks, and it ultimately took closer to 20 -- but honestly, it was completely worth the wait. I picked it up at the end of September, and I couldn't be happier with the result. The bracelet looks so incredibly clean that, at first, I thought they had replaced it. The new crystal is beautiful, and the case looks fantastic after polishing. They didn't erase every deeper ding, mark, or bit of patina, which I'm actually glad about. Those little imperfections are part of its history and a reminder that this was my grandpa's watch. I want it to look beautiful, but I also want it to still look like the watch he wore. It's running and keeping time better than it has in years. My grandpa wore this watch constantly and apparently never left it with a watchmaker long enough to be properly serviced, so by the time I inherited it, the gaskets had deteriorated and it wasn't running or keeping time well anymore. It really needed the work. The restoration was a significant investment at $1,200 plus tax, but I feel very good about it. I estimate the restoration added at least that much back into the value of the watch, particularly because it preserved all of those beautiful original details. I have absolutely no intention of selling it, though. To me, its real value is that it belonged to my grandpa. Huge thanks to Nesbit's for taking such good care of it. It's beautiful, it's running like it should again, and I feel very lucky to live close enough to have had it restored locally. read more

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Excellent and quality work, efficient service, easy to find and get in/out of. Will return for other services.

Just got my vintage Omega back from Nesbit's and I can say that from start to finish I was more than pleased. Jan was a delight to speak with and she kept me up to date on the work. My newly restored watch look like the day it was made! Would leave 10 stars if possible. read more

Last week, I was on a quest to repair my Rolex. My best experience was at Nesbit's. I visited both Alvin Goldfarb's and Ben Bridge's. Ben Bridge's was the worst; the staff was unfriendly and unhelpful. Goldfarb's was the opposite. However, when I went to Nesbit's, the woman there was not only very friendly but also very helpful. She explained the situation to me, explaining how the mainspring on a Rolex is usually routinely replaced and that my watch likely had a broken mainspring as well. I'm sad that I cannot give them my business because Rolex doesn't sell parts for this model to them. This isn't my first time visiting them, though. I went there years ago to have my watch band resized. They were very friendly and helpful then as well. I highly recommend this place to anyone who wants to service their watches. Check with them first before going to other places. read more

I have a 2003 Omega Seamaster I purchased in Kosovo. I have used and worn it all over the world and it showed. After careful research, I finally sent it in for service with Nesbit's. All I can say is WOW! Everything was excellent including shipping, questions, return etc. Jan is fantastic to deal with. My watch came back ahead of time. Looks and feels brand new. I highly recommend Nesbit's and Jan. Thank you so much. Regards, J. Rodriguez read more

I've had several luxury watches--Omega, Tudor, and now a TAG Heuer--serviced by Nesbit, and each time I've been blown away by their phenomenal quality of work. Their communication is excellent: they're transparent about the process, keep you updated, and answer questions promptly. Plus, the cost is consistently lower than what I'd pay for service through the official brands, which is a huge plus! I highly recommend Nesbit for anyone who values craftsmanship and great customer service. read more

Lively, knowledgeable people. Inspected a newly-acquired Seamaster Aqua Terra for me and adjusted the band. Really know their stuff. Really rare to find knowledgeable watch repair around here. I'll be back! read more

Great service! Sent an Omega quartz in for a jump hour problem. They were courteous and reassuring. Got my watch back better than new. read more

Went in for advice on a rare collectible watch. Got great information from the kind, caring folks there.

Great quick service! I had a new hole punched on my watch band. Wouldn't take my watches anywhere else from now on! The service was great and I love supporting a local business! read more

I just received my Omega Seamaster 300 Professional back from Nesbit's. This is a watch I bought second-hand. After they did their magic the watch looks like it is brand new. Wow!!! It more than exceeded my wildest expectations. Jan was excellent guiding me through the process as I was shipping a pretty expensive watch. Communication was fast and super easy. Responsiveness was amazing. I felt like I was their most important customer. This is old-style customer service that is so hard to find these days. Awesome!!! I wish I knew of Nesbit's before I sent my Rolex watches to service locally last year. next time they'll go to Nesbit's. I cannot recommend them enough. read more

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They unfortunately have a limited range of what they CAN service, but their expertise is without flaw. I am hoping they can grow the business to be a "broker" to turn in other brands for proper service. I understand why they can't though so it's not a fault on them! Great place would recommend. Just call ahead with your brand of watch. read more

So helpful both on the phone and in person in assessing my watch and best repair plan. So appreciate the team!

Fast friendly service , repaired my watch battery while I waited (vs. most other places I called in town were unable ). Easy to talk to on the phone was well . read more

Sent an omega speedmaster 125 for repair. They said it passed water test. But kept on fogging up. Sent it back. They said nothing wrong with it. Had to send it to omega to get all the resealing redone. It works perfectly now. Many parts replaced by omega. Doesn't fog up any more. But had to spend an extra $900 with Omega to get it done right. read more

This place is amazing! I needed just a watch battery, and they took care of it pretty darn quickly for a reasonable price. Super nice staff who know all there is to know about watches. I will definitely go there again and recommend them any chance I get!! read more

Three months later and Jan Nesbitt is still fixating on my honest review. Happily, my watch has now been repaired by someone else at a reasonable price, and they have not been snarky or borderline harassing the way Jan has been. It clearly helps Jan to feel better by seeing that more than half my reviews are 4-5 stars, and the others are low ratings. Well, that is what Yelp is for - to share out honest experiences, not all of which are positive. My experience post review with this business has been so incredibly unprofessional - just know that if you choose to work with this business and aren't completely happy, that you may also be treated with snark, harassment and unprofessionalism. read more

I had a really great experience with Nesbit's. The team is very communicative and professional, while setting realistic expectations. They took care of two high end watches for me, one of which was nearly 35 years old. They were completed within the given timeline and at the cost they originally quoted. If you are thinking of using this group, especially for your Rolex, do not hesitate! The documentation, explanation, and presentation of the timepieces was top notch! read more

So, I was on a quest to get my watch battery replaced - a nice enough watch that I couldn't do it myself, but not nice enough that I wanted some snooty jeweler looking down their nose at me when I requested service. What I wanted to find was simple - a small mom & pop watch repair shop. Seems to me that they've disappeared, along with the small shoe repair businesses. I checked out Yelp, and there the people raved about a shop on 3rd Avenue, but warned they kept odd hours. I found the place (on the 2nd floor of an office building), and sure enough they were closed, with a note on the door saying they wouldn't return for another 5 days. I didn't want to wait. Checked out yellowpages.com, and found out about Nesbit's, checked out their website (http://www.nesbitswatchservice.com), then went up to see what they could do for me. They're tucked right between Office Depot and the construction mess that used to be Rite Aid. They were friendly, courteous, prompt and inexpensive. I was in and out in less than 10 minutes with a working watch. read more

Nesbit's Fine Watch Service - Nesbit's in the Joshua Green Building - Watch Repair Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The last of a rare and perfect breed of craftsman repair. Nesbit's down near Pike and 4rth is a true oasis of non- corporate hands on repair

Friendly and professional folks! The team was attentive and provided great advice on servicing my Tag Heuer. Thank you!

I took my vintage Rolex Submariner to Tom for a full service and a clasp replacement. They were very upfront about costs and how much time it would take. They got it done faster than expected and it has never looked or run better. Outstanding service. If you have a high value or vintage watch you would be crazy not to bring it to Nesbit's. The best in the Northwest. read more

I sent in an inquire to them for a quote to service my Omega Seamaster Cosmic 2000. I initially declined after they gave me a quote so I can check what other watchmakers may offer. In the end I decided to send it to Nesbit's as they seemed more genuine and straightforward. When I got my watch back and my initial impression is that the refinishing was top notch and they definitely fixed the real issue of my watch running slow. However, I did have an issue where somehow my stem broke when I adjusted the time and sent them a video. They quickly responded and rectified the problem and returned it back in working order, all under their warranty. Happy to have chose them and will use them in the future. read more

After wearing it for years, my grandfather's vintage Omega was overdue for service and a bit worse for wear. I learned about Nesbit's from online forums for Omega watch aficionados, but even so, I was a little nervous about mailing a family heirloom to some place in Seattle, sight unseen, for restoration and repair. I shouldn't have worried. Jan Nesbit patiently answered my (many) questions about the restoration process, was upfront about pricing and extremely professional, never pushy. I appreciated how personal the customer service was through the entire process. Most importantly: the work was top notch. My watch looks absolutely beautiful. Totally worth every penny. Thanks Nesbit's!! read more

Nesbit's is a first class business with great service and friendly people. I sent in my Seamaster for an overhaul and Jan was as nice as you read about and walked me through the steps. Her estimate for a turnaround time was accurate, and this being my first experience overhauling a watch (and since I was sending it cross country and was a bit nervous), she patiently and graciously answered all of the questions I peppered her with throughout the process. I got my watch back looking like new and the timing was ridiculously good. I had some questions about what the timing slip meant and Jan immediately offered to have one of their watchmakers review it with me. Overall, the entire Nesbit's team made this process a pleasant experience. As an update: I developed some timing issues with the watch, through what was likely my own fault with a magnet, and Jan talked me through the warranty service process. As with my first experience, it was quick and easy, and I'll be getting the watch back within a week of sending it in, which IMO is a great turnaround time for a mechanical watch service. The service I've gotten was great, and the communication with Nesbit's was very thorough and punctual (which I really appreciated). read more

I hear a lot of great stuff about Nesbit's and I hear this is THE place to service Omega. Based on the opinion of other very knowledgeable people I know, Nesbit's is a great option. Unfortunately, I have tried to service two watches at Nesbit's but sadly, I have been turned away twice because they don't service the brands that I have. I wish they took on more brands because I am sure they would do a good job. read more

If you are looking for a top notch first class place to take your watch for cleaning & repair you can't go wrong with Nesbits. I brought my Rolex President in for repair and cleaning. I had a problem with the date/day hanging up and couple other issues. My first contact was with Jan, it was refreshing to meet someone who was so knowledgeable and very personable. I picked up my watch and it looks like new. Watch is fixed and runs perfect. Can't thank Nesbits enough. What a professional and friendly place to take care of my watches. read more

First time rolex owner jan was very friendly and helped confirm service / authentication of my new datejust. Quoted service prices and sized the jubilee bracelet while there. Will be back for future service when the time comes as they use Rolex parts. Satisfied customer read more

Amazing service. Did a full service and restored my Omega Constellation Manhattan 95 to almost new condition. Great communication and very upfront about expectations. Great customer service. Jan was very friendly and great to work with. Thank you! read more

Very happy with maintenance of an Omega Coaxial that I thought was I un-recoverable. Not in-expensive but then typical rate for the fine repair. read more

Great service! My watch was magnetized and I stopped in to see if Nesbit could demagnetize it. They helped me out and I was in/out in less than 5 minutes! read more

I've been using the services of Nesbit's for over 20 years and alway receive prompt, quality work. Husband and wife team, they are the best!

They overhauled my vintage Swiss watch and did a fine job.

Thank you Yelp! I used my iPhone application to find Nesbit's Fine Watch Service in Downtown Seattle. My original intention was to replace a battery in a Bulova that I inherited on my Dad's death bed. I brought it to Nesbit's (after finding them using my iPhone). I rang their doorbell for entrance into their lobby. I was promptly (and warmly) greeted. I was given the bad news about my Bulova watch requiring a battery that is banned in the USA due to it's mercurial content. I did however give them the watch that I was wearing. It had not been serviced for over 10 years. They replaced the crown, the waterproof gasket, stem, crystal and assorted springs and gears. I mentioned to them that I needed prior to my upcoming trip. They had it ready several days prior to my departure date. They expedited the repair at no additional charge. They also provided me with a 36 month warranty. It looks, feels and functions as though I bought a new watch! I highly recommend Nesbit's for watch repair and maintenance service! read more

If you need to replace your watch battery, this is the place to go... if you own a mechanical watch, try somewhere else. My omega seamaster 30 was in dire need of a new crystal and new hands. The caliber is a 269 which is vintage, but this was a new-old-stock movement that was purchased new in 2000. -When calling in reference to my quote, the receptionist stated, "OH, you're the guy with the really old watch." This did not instill confidence. Omega sold many watches in the late 1990s and early 2000s with new-old-stock movements. Additionally, Omega used the same caliber in their Speedmasters from 1967 to 1997 (cal 861), and the current caliber (1861) is virtually the same, so I was not appreciative of the treatment I received for having a 'vintage' movement. -They were also unmovable and insisted on installing different style hands than the ones the watch came with from the factory. -To top things off, upon return of the watch, the engraving and seamaster logo on my case were not aligned to the watch datum. I expect a higher level of professionalism from the only Omega repair center in the Pacific Northwest, especially if you are about to part with $800. read more

Nesbit did a repair and service on my Omega Seamaster. They arranged the shipping and provided confirmation when the watch was received. After an evaluation, my watch was refinished and repaired. After a a year and a half the watch started to run a bit slow. Nesbits requested I return it to their shop for evaluation where they cleaned and calibrated my watch, under warrantee, and free of charge. If your looking for a stand up family run watch shop I would highly recommend Nesbit. read more

I brought my beloved Omega Seamaster in to be serviced. Jan answered my questions and was very patient. I received my watch earlier than the estimated time given for the service and the quality and attention to detail exceeded my expectations. My 11 year old watch looks exactly like it did the day I bought it. Can't recommend Nesbit's enough. I will definitely be a return customer! read more

Nesbit's Fine Watch Service - Omega Seamaster after full service - Watch Repair Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Sent my Omega Seamaster Pro for service (8 years since I got it), and they took care of it extremely well. Case polished and refinished, new bezel, full maintenance, calibration and tests were made. They returned me the replaced parts and the calibration sheet. Extremely happy with them. read more

Nesbit's Fine Watch Service - My 8 year old Seamaster Professional coaxial refinished by Nesbits. Like brand new! - Watch Repair Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I needed my Omega Seamaster repaired. Nobody in our town wanted to touch it. They wanted me to "upgrade" instead. Traveling to Seattle a lot and read reviews. Stopped by and they were friendly and knew all about the watch. Ready when they said, cleaner than when I dropped it off and it works great. They repair watches so there is no pressure to buy a new one or upgrade your old one. They are very close to the Market so you have another reason to be in the area. Highly Recommended. read more

My watch stopped working mid flight on a trip to Seattle. Looked up Nesbits, stopped by and they diagnosed the issue. I left it for repair and they returned it ahead of schedule looking and working as if it were brand new. Exceptional service. You've earned my business for as long as I wear a watch. read more