Expert Watch Repair
The Elgin National Watch Company, founded in 1864 in Elgin, Illinois, quickly became one of the largest and most prolific American watch manufacturers. Originally named the National Watch Company, the firm changed its name to Elgin National Watch Company in 1874 due to the popularity of its watches and the city where it was located. Elgin was renowned for its high-quality pocket watches, crafted to serve the growing needs of the expanding United States, particularly in the burgeoning rail industry, which required precise timekeeping to prevent accidents and improve efficiency.
Elgin capitalized on technological innovations and skilled craftsmanship to produce durable and reliable watches that were widely accessible to the American public. The company thrived through the early 20th century, producing millions of watches before ceasing operations in the late 1960s, leaving behind a legacy marked by innovation, quality, and mass production of timepieces that hold a significant place in horological history.
We know that your Elgin watch is important to you and understand that the sentimental value more often than not outweighs the monetary value. Our expert watchmakers strive to make sure your watch can be worn for many years to come.
Not only can we take preemptive measures to keep your watch running for a long time, but we can restore watches that have seen better days. We are willing to hunt for rare parts. We have done many repairs that others have given up on. No job is too big or too small and we can do any repair on any watch. Our repairs can be as simple as a battery change, pin replacement, or band replacement, and can be as complicated as a dial refinish, a band/case polish, movement clean and overhaul and even a complete restoration.
We have a simple process for mailing your watch to us, our estimates are free and we offer free return shipping via UPS or US Mail.
Times Ticking began in 1983 as a retail store and repair center for watches and clocks. We have expanded over the years to more retail stores and a separate repair center that accepts watches from all over the world. We have personalized customer service, which we are very proud of, and feel that this is what sets us apart. We have an extremely high customer satisfaction rate and also a high return customer rate.
Elgin capitalized on technological innovations and skilled craftsmanship to produce durable and reliable watches that were widely accessible to the American public. The company thrived through the early 20th century, producing millions of watches before ceasing operations in the late 1960s, leaving behind a legacy marked by innovation, quality, and mass production of timepieces that hold a significant place in horological history.
We know that your Elgin watch is important to you and understand that the sentimental value more often than not outweighs the monetary value. Our expert watchmakers strive to make sure your watch can be worn for many years to come.
Not only can we take preemptive measures to keep your watch running for a long time, but we can restore watches that have seen better days. We are willing to hunt for rare parts. We have done many repairs that others have given up on. No job is too big or too small and we can do any repair on any watch. Our repairs can be as simple as a battery change, pin replacement, or band replacement, and can be as complicated as a dial refinish, a band/case polish, movement clean and overhaul and even a complete restoration.
We have a simple process for mailing your watch to us, our estimates are free and we offer free return shipping via UPS or US Mail.
Times Ticking began in 1983 as a retail store and repair center for watches and clocks. We have expanded over the years to more retail stores and a separate repair center that accepts watches from all over the world. We have personalized customer service, which we are very proud of, and feel that this is what sets us apart. We have an extremely high customer satisfaction rate and also a high return customer rate.
We can service any style of watch. Look over our list of brands that we can help you with.
