Chiang Mai · Est. 2011
Every watch
deserves
patient hands.
Patina is a quiet workshop in the old quarter of Chiang Mai, where we look after timepieces with the care they were built to receive. From a first health check to a full heirloom restoration, we move at the pace the work requires.
What We Offer
Three ways to care for your watch
Quick Health Check & Clean
Exterior cleaning, a movement check, and timing measurement with light adjustment as needed. A gentle starting point if you are unsure what your watch requires. You leave with a plain summary and an honest recommendation.
- Case and crystal cleaning
- Timing check across positions
- Written condition summary
Movement Service & Regulation
A full service of the movement — disassembly, ultrasonic cleaning, fresh lubrication, and careful regulation for steadier timekeeping. Suited to a daily piece that has begun to wander. Work concludes with written timing results across positions.
- Full movement disassembly
- Fresh lubrication throughout
- Timing report, all positions
Heirloom Restoration & Archive
A patient restoration for treasured and inherited watches — balancing renewed function with respect for original character, accompanied by a detailed archive record. Work is planned in clear stages with a cost agreed before each one begins.
- Stage-by-stage planning
- Originality preserved
- Detailed archive document
Why Patina
What makes this workshop different
Honest assessments
We describe what we find in plain language and never recommend work your watch does not need.
Written records
Every job comes with written documentation — timing results, work carried out, and parts used — so your watch has a proper history.
Unhurried pace
We do not rush movements through an assembly line. Each piece receives the attention it needs, at a pace the work demands.
Originality respected
For restoration work, we keep original parts and finishes wherever possible, consulting you before any irreversible step.
Proper equipment
Ultrasonic cleaning, multiple timing positions, and watchmaker-grade tools — the right instruments for precise, careful work.
Clear pricing
Prices are stated upfront. For multi-stage restorations, each stage is costed and agreed before it begins — no surprises.
Get in Touch
Not sure where to start?
Bring your watch in for a look, or send us a message. We are happy to discuss the piece and suggest a sensible path forward — without any obligation.
Common Questions
Things people often ask
How do I know which service my watch needs?
A Quick Health Check is the right place to start if you are unsure. We examine the piece and give you a written summary with our suggestion. From there you can decide whether to proceed with a more involved service.
How long does a Movement Service take?
A Movement Service typically takes two to four weeks, depending on parts availability and current workshop load. We let you know at drop-off what to expect and keep you updated if anything changes.
What does the Heirloom Restoration involve?
We begin with a thorough assessment and a clear written plan showing each proposed stage and its cost. Work only proceeds once you have agreed. The final archive document covers all work carried out, parts used, and timing results.
Do you work on all watch brands?
We work with most Swiss, Japanese, and European mechanical movements, as well as some quartz pieces. Certain modern proprietary movements may need to return to a brand's own service centre — we will tell you honestly if that is the case.
Can I send my watch by post?
We do accept watches by registered and insured post. Please contact us first so we can advise on safe packaging and confirm we can handle the piece before it travels.
Are prices final, or might there be additional charges?
For the Health Check and Movement Service, the listed price covers the standard scope. If we find something unexpected that requires additional work, we contact you for approval before proceeding. For Heirloom Restoration, each stage is agreed and costed in advance.
Find Us
Visit the Workshop
12 Thanon Tha Phae, Chang Moi, Muang, Chiang Mai 50300
Get in Touch
Write to us about your watch
Workshop details
Phone
+66 81 643 9275Address
12 Thanon Tha Phae
Chang Moi, Muang
Chiang Mai 50300
Opening Hours
Mon – Fri: 9:00 – 18:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 16:00
Sunday: Closed