The Clockworks

Jim Ahmed is a real find! He knows his stuff, whether it is clocks or watches. I took in my Ebel watch for a new battery and he replaced the battery, and cleaned up the watch. It looks brand new! I have found the person who will be servicing all my watches in the future. Thanks, Jim!

Clockworks is a great place for all your watch and clock repairs! I brought several watches to Jim and he was able to change the batteries, replace straps, and remove links on the spot — including various brands and styles of watches. He checked to ensure enough links were removed and the fit was comfortable, but not too tight. He also gave great advice on how to clean the watch straps at home with dish soap and warm water. Jim is pleasant to chat with and his charming shop is fun to visit. Prices are very reasonable and the work is top-​notch! Remember to bring cash or check — no credit cards are accepted. He also does house calls for large grandfather clocks.

Need your watch or clock fixed? This is the place to go! Jim is a master at his craft! He can handle the little things like removing links and changing batteries or the big things like servicing your grandfather clock — he’s the man! Sure, the place is chaotic and messy, but don’t most geniuses work that way?
Highly recommend!
Cheers!

Mr. Jim Ahmed owner and master clockmaker is a true gem home of Richmond Virginia and the East Coast. While he is an expert on all clock movements his specialty is antique movements of chiming clocks and especially tall-​case (grandfather) clocks. In my several interactions with Jim I have always been most pleased. You will find Jim a very pleasant and kind gentle man Who is a true expert. I give him and his work my highest possible recommendation.

He changed batteries on the spot and adjusted two watches. Good prices. If you need a house warming gift there are plenty of mantle or wall clocks. I’ll be back fore sure.

Jim is a very nice guy and did a great job repairing my grandmother’s almost 100yo clock. I would recommend him to anyone that needs any type of time piece repaired!

There are so many clocks and gadgets in this joint that there is hardly any standing room… Jim is a real aficionado… Richmond is lucky to have him. He is quick, accommodating, and a true and passionate expert at his craft – a rare breed! Don’t go anywhere else. He’s worth the commute.

I love this place. Mr. Ahmed is an artist in watch repair. When working with his customers, he acts as though that person is the most important person to him. We will definitely be returning when we need watch or clocks serviced.

I bought an older GF clock at an auction, and it was missing some crucial parts. Mr. Ahmed came to my house, assessed the situation, and by the time he was finished (he had to make some bits himself), the clock was running beautifully. I am thrilled. I am not going anywhere else for my clock/​watch needs.

First time customer today. Normally I’d go to the watch and pen guy downtown but this place is closer to the house and had all these excellent Unilocal reviews. Mr. Ahmed greeted me immediately and went to work on the two daily Casios I brought with minor problems (couldn’t get the back of one open to change a battery, couldn’t get pins/​band adapters to line up on the other.) Very nice man, knowledgeable and friendly and funny and patient. Fixed both my problems quickly and easily while I looked at all the clocks. He noticed that one needed a gasket which was probably why I couldn’t get it open myself in the first place. He took great care to not scratch or damage these watches also, even though they’re nothing valuable or special. The price was definitely more than fair as well. I was very impressed and highly recommend this business!

What a wonderful place! For all your timepiece needs, I highly recommend The Clockworks. The owner, Mr. Jim Ahmed, is wonderful! He is approachable, friendly, knowledgeable, and thorough. He doesn’t rush the work; he works efficiently and patiently. I had no doubt he would take very good care of my watch. And he did! So happy with his work. My watch needed a new battery and links added. He is so good at what he does that he recognized a manufacturer’s issue with my watch, one that I don’t think any of the other watch places would have realized, after installing the new battery. Just like that, he fixed it. I didn’t wait long at all for him to do all he needed to do to make my watch good as new. His pricing is fair, too. He only accepts cash and check. I found out that he also does house calls (e.g. grandfather clocks).
Store hours:
Monday-​Friday (9:30 AM — 4:30 PM)
Saturday (10 AM — 2 PM)
Mr. Ahmed is a true craftsman, a bona fide expert in horology. A gem and an amazing discovery.
Thank you, Mr. Ahmed!

This place is legit! I took my watch to Jim without an appointment after it had suffered water damage and it was fixed by the next day. He actually showed me the inside of the watch within 2 minutes of handing it to him so I could understand the issue. This type of service is rare in today’s world, and I am glad to see that businesses such as The Clockworks still exist. Thank you Jim!

I’ve brought several watches to The Clockworks this past year. Each time I was met with Mr. Ahmed’s kind smile and friendly demeanor. He’s always willing to accommodate the simplest request (watch battery or watch band) or something more involved like refurbishing a 50+ year old watch.
Not only does he know where everything is in his clock filled shop, he seems to remember every customer he’s ever had!
It’s an added treat to be there on the hour to enjoy the many clocks chiming at once!

Clockworks is the place to go to get your watch worked on. Jim — the owner and chief timekeeper fixer — changed my Breitling’s battery in 5 minutes while I waited (no appointment necessary) and engaged me in stimulating conversation the whole time. Perfect.

Jim is an amazing and honest guy. Great work, he fixed my watch that NOBODY could. So glad I ran into his shop.

Amazing! Took my beloved TAG Heuer watch there for a worn/​loose bezel repair — a repair issue that was refused by Cowardin’s Jewelers (where my father purchased the watch for my college graduation); they said that they could not repair it. After 20 years, the unidirectional bezel had become worn and loose — and bi-​directional. It got to be very annoying, and seemed difficult to repair — Mr. Ahmed was able to restore it with ease. I am grateful for his expertise and diligence. I would highly recommend Clockworks to anyone!

I first took my expensive watch to a shop downtown and was told that it would be $ 80-​$ 90 to service it in «HOPES» that it might do the trick. I stopped by Clockworks on my way back home and Jim (Owner) not only repaired my watch as I waited, he replaced my battery as well, all for less than HALF the price of the other shop. He was very pleasant to talk to and is now going to repair my grandmother’s antique watches for my family. Make sure you bring cash or check as he doesn’t take credit cards, not surprising for this cute little neighborhood shop. Great work, Great service.
Thanks Jim.

I took my first trip to clock works today and was amazed at how quickly he changed my watch battery. Not only did he change it he also explained what he was doing and showed me each step. You can tell he has a passion for all time pieces. Don’t let the small shop fool you he has anything and everything.

Fast, professional, informative service.
Jim’s shop, filled with time’s time pieces, was as fascinating as you might expect from a person deeply devoted to their profession. He, as I stood there, changed out the battery on a 90s Seiko of mine; mentioning the improper maintenance evident in its past. His skill and experience made it clear this was something he could do in his sleep. He described his process clearly, answering any question I had.
Clockworks features the rare craftsperson that loves their trade and to share it. Quality service at a value price. Will be back!
Don’t forget to bring cash or check, at least as of the time of this writing!

I am lucky I found this shop. I needed a battery for my watch and Jim Ahmed did a fine job.