Module – Watch Servicing (PDF Course)

Practical Techniques for Servicing Mechanical Watches

Learn the essential hands-on processes required to service, clean, and reassemble mechanical watches of all types.
Watch Servicing is a downloadable PDF course offering step-by-step instruction in the professional care and maintenance of manual and automatic wristwatches.

This course is designed for students taking the Practical or Vocational routes to qualification to MBHI

Workshop-Focused, Detail-Driven

Designed for students, watch repairers, and hobbyists, this course focuses on real-world bench skills — not theory. From basic strip-downs to full servicing procedures, Watch Servicing teaches you how to handle movements confidently, identify issues, and apply industry-standard techniques for successful results.

What the Course Covers

• Disassembly & Inspection
  Best practices for dismantling movements safely and systematically.
• Cleaning Techniques
  Ultrasonic and manual cleaning methods explained, including what solutions and tools to use.
• Oiling & Lubrication
  Which lubricants to use, where to apply them, and how to avoid over-oiling.
• Reassembly & Adjustment
  Tips for correct reassembly, avoiding common mistakes, and testing for free-running gear trains.
• Handling Manual & Automatic Movements
  Learn the differences in servicing winding mechanisms, calendar systems, and rotor assemblies.
• Fault-Finding in Practice
  Recognising wear, damaged parts, and subtle symptoms during a routine service.

 Course Format

• Illustrated with clear photos and technical diagrams
• Written by professional watchmakers and tutors
• Includes recommended tools, servicing sequences, and quality control tips

Who It’s For

• Horology students and trainees taking the Practical or Vocational routes to qualification to MBHI

• Watchmakers in early stages of their career
• Hobbyists and collectors maintaining their own watches
• Repair professionals expanding from clocks into wristwatches