Pradit
Watch service in Chiang Mai

Three Services

What we can do for your watch, explained clearly

Three services, each suited to a different kind of watch and need. All prices in Thai Baht. All work done in-studio on Nimmanhaemin Road.

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Our Approach

The same standard of care, applied across all three services

Whether the service is a straightforward quartz battery and seal check or a full restoration of a vintage piece, the approach at Pradit stays consistent: assess thoroughly, communicate openly, work carefully, and return the watch in better condition than we received it.

Every watch is inspected before we begin. Pricing is discussed and agreed in advance. No additional work is done without your knowledge. And for restoration work, a written record accompanies the watch when you collect it.

Quartz watch battery and seal service

Service 01

Quartz Care Service

฿4,100

Attentive care for quartz watches, including a fresh battery, contact cleaning, seal inspection, and a light case clean. Where the watch is rated for it, we confirm water resistance and advise gently on any gasket that should be renewed. A simple, useful service for daily-wear pieces — usually a few days.

What's included

  • Battery replacement with a quality cell appropriate to the movement
  • Battery contact cleaning to prevent future corrosion
  • Gasket and seal inspection; water resistance test where rated
  • Light case and crystal exterior clean
  • Honest advice on any additional needs found

Process

1

Initial inspection — we note the watch's condition and confirm the service scope before starting

2

Battery and contact service — old cell removed, contacts cleaned, new cell fitted

3

Seal check and water resistance pressure test (for rated watches)

4

Case cleaned and watch returned with brief notes on anything notable found

Usually 2–4 days Enquire About This Service

Service 02

Automatic Service & Regulation

฿9,300

A balanced service for automatic watches running fast, slow, or unevenly. We clean and re-lubricate the movement, inspect the balance and escapement, and regulate across positions for steadier timekeeping. Gaskets are refreshed and the crown checked. Suited to watches worn often — about two to three weeks.

What's included

  • Full movement disassembly, ultrasonic clean, and reassembly
  • Application of correct lubricants at appropriate points
  • Balance wheel and escapement inspection and adjustment
  • Timing machine regulation across multiple positions
  • Gasket and crown inspection; water resistance testing where rated

Process

1

Assessment — we observe the movement's current behaviour and note any concerns before disassembly

2

Disassembly and cleaning — components separated, cleaned ultrasonically, inspected individually

3

Lubrication and reassembly — each point lubricated to specification before the movement is rebuilt

4

Regulation — timing verified on a machine across dial-up, dial-down, and crown positions

5

Case resealing, water resistance testing, and return with timing results available on request

Approximately 2–3 weeks Enquire About This Service
Automatic watch movement service
Vintage watch restoration Chiang Mai

Service 03

Restoration with Care

฿14,000

A thoughtful restoration for vintage or sentimental watches. The movement is overhauled to a high standard, the case finish renewed with restraint, and the dial and hands attended to in keeping with the original look. Each step is discussed and documented so the result honours both the watch and its history. Five to seven weeks.

What's included

  • Full movement overhaul — disassembly, cleaning, lubrication, reassembly, regulation
  • Case refinishing with restraint — brushed and polished surfaces treated appropriately
  • Dial and hands inspection; addressed where condition requires
  • Crown, gaskets, and crystal replaced or renewed as appropriate
  • Written documentation of work done, parts renewed, and condition notes

Process

1

Intake discussion — we examine the piece together and talk through what we find and what we'd suggest

2

Written estimate confirmed before any work begins

3

Movement overhaul — full disassembly, clean, inspection of parts for wear or damage

4

Case and dial work — discussed at each step, no changes made without your awareness

5

Final regulation, water testing, documentation prepared, watch returned with written record

Five to seven weeks Enquire About This Service

Which Service Fits?

Choosing between the three

Feature / Included Quartz Care
฿4,100
Auto Service
฿9,300
Restoration
฿14,000
Battery replacement
Movement clean & lubrication
Timing machine regulation
Gasket & seal inspection
Case refinishing
Written documentation
Best suited to Daily quartz watches Worn automatics needing regulation Vintage or sentimental pieces

Not sure which applies to your watch? Send us a message and we'll give you an honest recommendation after a quick look.

Studio Standards

What holds across all three services

Timing Verification

Every mechanical movement we service is checked on a timing machine before returning it. Rate, amplitude, and beat error are all assessed.

Correct Lubricants

We use movement-appropriate lubricants, applied at the right points and in the right quantities. No generic oil applied across all components.

Careful Handling

Watches are secured throughout the work process. Finished case surfaces are protected during disassembly and reassembly.

Transparent Communication

We share what we find. If something changes mid-service, you'll hear about it before any additional work is done.

Water Resistance Testing

For watches with a water resistance rating, we pressure-test after resealing to confirm the case holds properly.

In-Studio Work

All work is carried out at our studio on Nimmanhaemin Road. Your watch doesn't leave the premises for standard servicing.

Pricing

Clear prices, no hidden additions

Service 01

Quartz Care

฿4,100

per watch

  • Battery & contact service
  • Seal & water resistance check
  • Light case clean
  • 2–4 day turnaround
Enquire

Service 03

Restoration with Care

฿14,000

per watch, from

  • Full movement overhaul
  • Case & dial care
  • Written documentation
  • 5–7 week turnaround
Enquire

Not sure where your watch fits?

Bring it in or send us a message. We'll look it over and let you know what we'd suggest — no commitment needed before we've had a proper look.

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