RomanDial is a family business based in Buckingamshire cultivating the art of early XIX century English watchmakers. We are a regstered member of National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors: www.nawcc.org. Our aim is to offer various types of pocket watches, which we service and restore to its original form and glory. We offer attentive customer support as we recognise the need for providing a knowledge base for both first time buyers as well as discerning collectors.

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Regulating Report

Old mechanical watches are susceptible to environmental changes and positioning. From time to time adjustment may be necessary. The Images below show 3 variations of the Bosley type regulator which are common in watches after 1820's and a Thompion type regulator seen on earlier movements. To adjust the Bosley type regulator, use the tip of your finger to move the regulator left or right.

Case Types Report

The open face pocket watch has is the most common type found: the above example dating from the late 19th century. The bezel is opened by sliding your thumb nail in the gap at approximately one o'clock, there is usually a lip to aid opening. They can be quite stiff to open (I have broken many nails), so sometimes a knife placed in the slot and twisted slightly is a good method (of course being careful not to damage the case).

Setting Hands Report

After opening the glass / bezel you will see that the center of the hands / arbour has a square end, insert your winding key here and turn the hands clockwise. With top wind pin set watches there is no need to open the bezel. Just press the pin situated to the side of the winding crown with your finger nail and at the same time turn the crown clockwise to set the hands.

Care And Maintenance Report

Tarnish can be removed from the watch case with a proprietary silver or metal cleaner depending on the type of metal refer to the cleaning products instructions. If you wish to clean the dial, be very careful not to touch the hands as they can be easily broken wipe with a dry cloth or a soft brush.

Reviews (7)

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Kevin Topp

Apr 18, 2021

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Excellent service, delivery was fast and the quality of the watch was amazing for a 120 year old watch.The watch was serviced and regulated before despatch and the price was very competitive. I would recommend this site to anyone.

David Mavir

Jun 22, 2020

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Great service and prompt delivery. The owner has no problem advising on different types of watch,which is good for the new collector .
Highly recommended.

Robert E. Wells

Nov 25, 2019

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I recently purchased this beautiful hallmarked silver timepiece, which was very reasonably priced, from RomanDial Watches. I found the service was first-class, and the proprietor extremely knowledgeable and passionate about his subject. As an artist myself, I greatly respect people with skill sets way beyond my own, and in this case found the whole experience most gratifying. I would highly recommend any serious buyer to make this their first port of call.

Paul Masterson

Nov 11, 2019

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Competitive prices,and a great watch . Very efficient service despite my changing address for delivery after I had ordered. The watch also was well packed and came with a very useful explanation booklet. Thanks David!

Eamon Rogers

Dec 25, 2018

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This is a fantastic Seller for pocket watches and they stand by there work. We have been collecting watches and clock's Since 1985 and we would highly recommend this company to all. We look forward to buying from this website again.

Trevor Ravey

Jan 11, 2018

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Fast and reliable service David and his Wife are great people to buy from they return your emails and keep you updated on your delivery, the packed item is extremely well protected almost bullet proof and above all a fantastic time piece which I will be proud to use and display.

Richard Dudley

Sep 05, 2017

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Have recently purchased my 1st Pocket Watch from this company. Was most impressed with the service I received. Without hesitation I would recommend Roman Dial Pocket Watches,to anyone who wishes to purchase quality timepieces.