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Steven Craven – watchmaker and collectioner
A passion for time and watches that began long ago, rediscovered in 2024.
Today, I’m an amateur watch collector & restorer, drawn to vintage timepieces, mechanical movements, and the stories they carry.
Giving forgotten watches a second life, preserving their character, and appreciating the craftsmanship of another era.
Collecting stories. Restoring history. One watch at a time.
Books I recommend
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Watchmaking
The standard reference on making a watch by hand, from the plates to the escapement.
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The Watch Repairer's Manual
A practical bench manual that is still the clearest introduction to servicing.
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Practical Watch Repairing
Clear drawings of every operation, written for people who learn by doing.
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A Man and His Watch
Short accounts of particular watches and the people who wore them.
Workshop
At the bench
Enquiries
How to buy
Every listing carries a number. Quote it when you get in touch.
- Find the listing number on the page. It starts with CW.
- Call or email and quote that number.
- Agree collection from the workshop or insured post.