This is the third time I've brought my watch, that needs a special band and they were extra patient With my questions and eventually told me where to get it online. When it came in I took the watch and band back to be put on. They did it on the spot and didn't charge me. I insisted and he just smiled and shook my hand. Top notch. Extra friendly. I will for sure go back and refer anyone to them. 6 stars!! read more

These guys are really , really cool. I can't believe they quickly replaced my battery for free- and I just walked in. I will definitely go back whenever I need something for my watches. I would give them six stars for service if I could! lol read more

The first time I tried to come here was at around 4pm on a monday and they were closed. After hearing how amazing this place was, I gave it a second chance today and I wasn't disappointed. I walked in and was immediately greeted by one of the guys. He said no problem when I asked to get the batteries changed in my two Fossil Watches. Three minutes later my watches were working with the correct time and date! In less than five minutes later and for only $10 (Fossil charges $18 a watch and takes 4-8 weeks) I was happily on my way. Great service, and great price! read more

Just came in there today to fix an old watch my wife received from her Nan before she passed away. One of the gentlemen took a look at the watch and said it's probably some sort of spring (he used the name, but I can't remember what it was), and that the fix was probably going to cost more than the watch was worth. I told him that was ok, since it had sentimental value, I'd pay for whatever it cost. He then took it over to his work bench for about 3-4 minutes, brought it back and said some of the screws had come loose from inside the watch, and it was now working. Handed it to me and smiled. I asked him how much and he said, "Nothing". Blows my mind that places like this still exist in this world. He could have charged me, but since it took just a couple mins and no parts, etc. let me out the door without paying a dime! I will definitely be coming back with my other watch that needs a band very soon!!! read more

Bought a brand new watch from Macys only to discover it wasn't working, of course the model was all sold out from the amazing sale price I purchased it for so I didn't want to return it. Came into Timekeepers, was there for about a minute and half to find out that it was only the battery, had it replaced and was ready to go all for only $5! The guy was so incredibly nice I didn't have any cash and he told me to come back with it some other day, when I told him I didn't live in CA anymore he gave me his business card and told me to mail him a check for the $5. WOW all on the honor system, I was impressed! Of course I just ran to an ATM and came back to pay the bill but still, so cheap and such great service. I would rather come here for any watch sizing, repairs etc even if covered under warranty or store policy this was so much easier. read more

My first time here and I simply needed my car key battery replaced. He did it in 2 minutes and it was only $5. It's CASH or CHECK ONLY, which I did not know and of course happened to have no cash. The guy was so sweet and said no worries just bring it when you can! So sweet and amazing customer service. I ran to the ATM and then he refused to even take my tip. 10/10 recommend! Amazing people read more

I have known these people for over 30 years and they provide the best customer service. Everything I have ever taken in has always been repaired in 5 minutes or less. Love these guys!! read more

Timekeepers - Watches Near Me - Encinitas, California

Timekeepers is truly a shining star in Encinitas. The brothers (I think that is correct) are gentlemen, craftsmen, and so very honest. They know everything about watches and clocks and have fixed our watches and replaced batteries for many, many years. Everything that is in the other reviews is true. I once brought in a trendy watch that my daughter had gotten as a gift because it had stopped working. They told me that it was not worth fixing and basically was an expensive piece of junk! They suggested that I call the company and ask for a replacement. I followed their advice and did get a free replacement. They are the best there is! read more

Old school watch masters that give it to you straight up. Wish all businesses could operate like these guys - Fast. Honest. No Bull.. Keep up the good work gentlemen. read more

The best experience I've ever had with any business occurs time and time (*snort*!) again at Timekeepers. This place remind me of stories my grandpa used to tell me about businesses in the 1950's, when goodwill was more important to businesses than another profit center. My wife needed her watch repaired, and it was just a simple fix. The specialist on hand performed it in about five minutes and told us, "Have a good day". We sat there slackjawed, not knowing what to do. I whipped out my wallet and he tightened his lips against his teeth and shook his head. We thanked him profusely then raced to our ride before he changed his mind, hanging a handkerchief over our license plate in the process (you can never be too careful). read more

Timekeepers quickly replaced 2 watch batteries and removed a link from my watch. Great price and great service.

Always appreciate small business that is honest. I had two watches I thought needed both batteries replaced, but the man told me that only one needed it! Not sure if they accept credit cards though. I question the hours, since I thought I saw a sign that said 9-2? Located on a tiny parking lot on the southbound road of El Camino Real. read more

These guys rock! We took to them for repair a small fiber optic Christmas tree that had the color wheel inside the base stop rotating. They suggested we order a replacement motor on eBay and bring it back, which we did. A couple days later it was fixed and they charged us only $5! Nothing is $5 these days! Thanks Timekeepers! read more

My beloved TokyoFlash watch needed a new battery. So where did I go? Timekeepers; the same place I've been going to since I moved to San Diego over 10 years ago. It's only $5 for a watch battery and the guys there are super nice. If I had a mechanical clock that needed repairs, I wouldn't take it anywhere else. They definitely know what they're doing. read more

These guys are awesome! Needed a new watch band sized for a really nice watch. They sized the band correctly and in no time. When I took out some money to pay them, they told me no charge. There is a reason this place is ALWAYS busy! Honest, nice, quick, and knowledgeable!!! read more

These guys have been here for a long time. I always recommend them to anyone needing watch or clock repair. They give very honest answers and are very knowledgeable. They really enjoy helping people and like giving them a good deal. I took my fiance in today for a tank watch she said the back was falling off of all the time. The guy at Timekeepers said that whoever repaired it before used the wrong size gasket. He replaced the battery AND the gasket for $5. I forgot they don't take plastic. When I said that I didn't have the cash, he said "no problem, drop it off next time you're around", which is really nice. (My fiance had the dough however and we squared up). read more

Took in an old clock for repair. They were very professional and knowledgeable. Fixed my clock in one day. Would definitely recommend and will go back for other repairs as needed. read more

My go to place to get watch batteries! The gentleman that work here are both super nice and knowledgeable about what they do. Very friendly and very quick! Lots of cool clocks to look at while you wait! read more

I've been a Timekeepers fan ever since I can remember... about 10 years. I've only gone in there a handful of times but this time was different.... usually the main purpose of my visit there is to get a new battery for either my watch or my wife's watch. This time though, I somehow forgot my wallet. No problem driving back home to get it, but the hassle of getting in the car and driving back when I should be using that time to go and surf was not in my agenda. Kindly, the owner I assume, said to me, "Don't worry, pay me next time." Awesome, kind words you want to hear and ready for the beach. I paid him the next day when I went to wash my car nearby. That generousity earned him a review! I love it when humans take the time to be real people. read more

This place deserves 6 stars, if only that were possible. I went to get 4 watches fixed but they got 3 watches fixed in about 5 minutes and charged me a fraction of the cost of what it costs the 4th watch to get fixed. The 4th watch had to go to the MFR to get fixed since it was damage to the face. I got a clasp fixed and band adjusted, a second hand fixed and a battery replaced, and another band fixed and paid such a minimal amount that when I asked for the price, my immediate response was, "That's it!?" While I was there, they fixed another woman's watch in 2 minutes and charged her nothing. I was shocked and so was she. This place is the definition of customer service and professionalism. These guys are also hillarious. read more

I almost without words after visiting this gem of an establishment for the first time today! Brothers George and Mario in Encinitas do live up to their legend! They kindly removed the old batteries carefully and professionally from several old but treasured watches of mine that I no longer wear and have placed in storage. Unbelievably, they adamantly and cheerfully refused to accept anything more than the nominal fee for the replacing the battery on just one of the watches! They are friendly, funny, professional and efficient- an absolute joy to interact with! From now on, I will never go anywhere else before Timekeepers in Encinitas if I have a problem with my watches or clocks. read more

Watch battery replacement in less than 3 min. I embarrassedly said I didn't have cash on me, and one of the 2 gentlemen said, "just drop it off next time you're in town." These guys have so much faith in their customers. I was floored. I decided to walk a couple of steps to a nearby ATM to get cash to pay them 15 min later. When I came back, there was a line of happy customers waiting to replace batteries for their watches. This place has my loyalty now. I will definitely come back again! read more

Mario is a great guy. I went to get a new battery for our watches, 5 mins later he was done. Catcher is that I did not read the "No credit card" accepted notice. I was informed it was cash or check only. I felt horrible and offered to go get cash and be right back. Mario said to just drop a check in the mail. WHAT? Wow, who does that now days? I was so impressed. We did return with cash, but the trust he had in a complete stranger was un- heard of. These guys rock, no bc they let me go with out paying, but their since of customer service, efficiency and over all business mentality. read more

This place is amazing. Honestly the fairest establishment I have ever been to. Once I just needed to replace a difficult to open battery but after paying and leaving realized that my watch was running slow--brought it back and they gave me a refund without me even asking and explained all of my options for how to fix it, citing even other services than theirs that would be cheaper. read more

I was amazed at the huge variety of watches and clocks, new and old, that TimeKeepers has to offer. Not only did I find the exact model of Seiko I was looking for but they even had a lightly used smaller model that I bought for my wife. This place is a real treasure for all of San Diego County and is staffed by honest specialists that can quickly fix anything big or small that ticks or whirs to keep time. Worthy of all of the praise from other customers. Thanks Yelp for letting me know about TimeKeepers. read more

My designer watch had some issues ...literally the numbers fell off and were floating around inside of the watch like the Dali Clock. I don't know what that says about Michael Kors. Anyways, the guys at Timekeepers fixed it and I had it back in a couple of days. The watch looks great, the service was inexpensive, and the guys at the shop were friendly. read more

I always procrastinate getting new watch batteries because it's kind of expensive and is a 2-part process of dropping them off and then picking up later. This place was a much better experience! 3 batteries swapped in about 3 minutes, cheaply, and with some free advice on taking care of each on to prolong their life. I'll never go anywhere else! read more

Love these guys. George does great work at a fair price. Honesty and integrity is so rare these days. If you need watch or clock repair, you need to come here. Can't recommend them highly enough! read more

We dropped off our watch to be repaired in December of 2020 and have not heard back from them regarding the status of the repairs. We have called over and over again only to have their phone line just ring and ring... no voicemail , let alone are they ever open. I am truly concerned we were scammed. read more

If you need your watches fixed, this is the place to go! They replace batteries so quickly and for so cheap. I would take my watches and clocks here over anywhere else. read more

Everythhing you read here is true. I've lived in Enciniats since 1990 and George, Mario and previously their Dad (R.I.P.) are/were just the best! They know their stuff and are true gems in our community. They are the type to say "no problem- you pay me next time" when I realized I forgot to get cash from the ATM. Once they even installed for me batteries I bought else where into my illuminated dog collars! $5 for a new watch battery installed is worth the price just to see them and say hi. I also love their shop and all the old clocks ticking away. I only wish I could see a couple of youngsters (their sons/daughters or nephews/nieces of theirs wanting to learn the biz....as what will we ever do if this business someday sells? :) read more

These guys are SO nice, helpful, knowledgeable! Any TIME (pun intended) a battery dies in any of my watches or my heart rate monitor, I drive right over to Timekeepers in Encinitas. They offer old-school, tip-top customer service that's a dying art these days. I wish I had a broken grandfather clock , because I would take it there too. I love this place... Get here! read more

I took an antique clock in for repair several years ago. They removed one of the two bells and then claimed there was only one on the clock when I brought it in. I had the clock for over 20 years and would remember what was on the clock and how it functioned. You can see the hole and the other paddle pin for the second chime. I did see another clock they were working on, which not surprising, had the same bell as mine. They denied it and unfortunately I did not take a picture of the clock before I took it in. read more

This shop truly is as good as it gets. Fast, friendly service for unbelievable prices. We've patronized this little jewel for decades and hope to for decades more. We'd be lost without them. read more

A gem with excellent customer service. The owner understands how people have emotional connections with their old clocks. For minor adjustments they will even tutor you by phone at no charge. I appreciate how they respect their customers, especially my 95-year old father. read more

This guy is the best! They threw a battery in my watch in five minutes and when I didn't have cash to pay the ten dollars (they don't take cards) he told me not to worry and to bring it some other time. What great customer service!!! read more

Outstanding customer service, quick turn around time for work, very reasonably priced. I had my watched sized on the spot for free, the lady behind me had batteries replace on the spot for $5/each. I am definitely going back when I need more watch work done. read more

Great operation. Needed to get a couple of batteries for my watches. When they replaced them in a few minutes time I realized I had given my ATM card to my wife the night before and forgot to get it back. I told the proprieter I would come back another day and pick up the watches and pay for them. He gave me the watches and said next time I was in the area to stop in. I appreciated that level of trust and customer service. Be sure to go there anytime you need your watch or clock repaired. Just make sure to bring your money! read more

The line outside the door on most days says it all. They are fair and knowledgable, the best possible combination when you are working on delicate instruments like watches. Very highly recommend them. read more

Extremely personable and experienced. I took a watch that had stopped working and was expecting to put a new battery in but they educated me that I had a self winding watch and was not required all without making me feel like an idiot for not knowing what I had purchased. Great selection of all kinds of rare and antique clocks. Repair shop looks very extensive. I'll never go anywhere else as they're prices beat anyone in north Dan Diego County. read more