The Time Preserve
REPLICA WATCH PLATING
REPLICA WATCH PLATING
All Replica Watch types Accepted
The Time Preserve at watchplating.com is your exclusive source to plate your stainless steel replica watch in Gold, Platinum, Rhodium or Ruthenium plating. Instead of buying a Gold Plated Replica from the factory, purchase a stainless steel version which we can plate.
Our Gold plating is vastly superior to buying a Replica watch "gold plated" from the factory. It is thicker and harder:
Typical
Factory gold plating layer: 5 mils. ( 1/8 micron )
Our
gold plated layer thickness: 56 mils. ( 7 microns )
Ours is 11 times thicker than Replica Factory finishes
Many times, replicas aren't even plated with real gold but actually Titanium Nitride. This type of "gold" finish usually has a brownish or overly yellow appearance.
Often factory Gold layers are applied using a PVD method and this produces a thin, soft gold layer. Our electroplated gold layer is 10 times harder. It is harder than stainless steel.
Hardness Comparison
PVD applied gold: ____________20 knoop
Our Real Electroplated Gold: ___200 knoop
Stainless Steel: _______________138 knoop
We can:
Plate your stainless steel replica watch and band with Real Gold 12k, 14k, 18k, Platinum, Rhodium, or Ruthenium.
To do this the movement, case and band pieces are disassembled. The individual pieces are put through the same process we use when restoring and plating genuine watches such as Omega, Cartier, Tiffany, and Raymond Weil. After plating it is reassembled and functionally tested. Timing is adjusted.
NOTE:
Replica watches with an existing Gold finish cannot be processed because PVD cannot be cost effectively removed and Gold Plating does not bond to it.
For our service list Email: inquiry@watchplating.com
or use our CONTACT FORM
Phone: 586-907-4500 or TEXT US for fastest response
- Do you want quality Gold Plating for your replica?
- Are you tired of factory gold plating wearing off?
- Would you like to change the finish color?
- Does your watch movement need service too?
The answer to these questions is:The Time PreserveWe've got you covered.
Our Shipping Address:
The Time Preserve
5036 Dixie Hwy, STE 822
Waterford, MI 48329
New:
You now have the option to order Plating for your replica watches online:
Refinishing is the process of removing scratches and pits. Sharpening contours and renewing edges. This cannot be done quickly by using sand paper and polishing wheels. It takes a master metal smith with specialized tools, custom paper sticks, and a keen eye. It takes hours of bench time carefully restoring the original surface appearance that was once there. If your watch is new and without scratches then this step is not required prior to plating.
Plating
is the process of electro-chemical bonding of gold and other precious metals to give the proper color and tone desired. It also protects the base metal underneath from corrosion and wear. The plated layer is very hard and able to resist attack far better than base metal and even stainless steel. It also provides a barrier to harmful metals like Nickel which can cause irritation and allergies. Even stainless steel contains a considerable amount of Nickel. Precious Metal Finishes of 12k, 14k, and 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Rhodium, Platinum, and Ruthenium used to achieve the desired appearance and necessary protection.
Other platers use a thick under-layer of Nickel to better adhere to the base metal or stainless steel case. The Time Preserve does not use a Nickel layer because it distorts the contour and can cause assembly issues. It can also result in creating a Nickel allergy problem. We only use Sold Gold and other Precious metals in our plating layer. Never Nickel or other base metals.
Museum Grade Replica Watch Plating
ONE STOP SERVICE
If you replica watch movement also needs service we can do that as well. Our partners at Budget Accutron Service provide any and all movement service needs while your case and band are being plated.
Restoration, Repair and Plating Services
Suitability
Not every watch is suitable for restoration. Watches made from Aluminum or having black coatings cannot be processed. Black, PVD or DLC coatings cannot be easily removed and plating will not bond to them. Even some watches which look like Gold or Rose Gold may in fact be PVD coatings of Titanium Nitride. Usually it's less expensive and newer watches which may have these coatings.
If your watch has this kind of coating we will let you know about it and only charge the cost of return shipping.
Technology and Craftsmanship
WHO WE ARE
We've been Servicing and Restoring electric and mechanical watches since 1995. Through the years we've developed unique procedures and processes to fix and restore the watches that others have given up on. Our skill goes well beyond the service manuals and instructions supplied by the OEMs. Being trained engineers, we utilize the operational principles of the Electro-chemistry, metalsmithing and movement designs to advance the level of service only we can provide.
We understand and respect the emotional and historical value of the watches in your collection. We treat them with the same care and pride that you have as the owner. Our work is warranted 2 years for finish quality and proper time keeping.
A few of the watches we have Refinished, Polished, Plated and Restored
