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NOMOS Glashütte watches blend timeless design with unparalleled craftsmanship. Browse our range of NOMOS watches online, and discover the perfect timepiece to complement your style.
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About Us
Our founder, Karl Braunsteiner, is a Master Watchmaker from Austria who established the business in 1983, with a focus on repair and restoration - with a particular focus on vintage and pocket watches. Since then, we have expanded our services to include buying and selling second-hand watches, as well as importing and servicing the award-winning NOMOS watches, the largest manufacturer of mechanical timepieces in Germany.
As an authorized service center for Audemars Piguet, Girard Perregaux, Ulysse Nardin, Maurice Lacroix, and NOMOS. we take great pride in offering the highest level of expertise and attention to detail in all our watch repairs and restorations. Whether it's a minor adjustment or a full restoration of a treasured timepiece, our team treats each job with the same dedication and care, ensuring that your watch is returned to its former glory.
If your wrist is looking bare, we invite you to explore our extensive range of NOMOS watches, the epitome of precision and craftsmanship.
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Testimonials
I had such a lovely time purchasing my Nomos Orion from MW. Louella was a delight to speak to, engaging in great conversation, and took her time with me as I perused through a great deal of their collection before settling on my choice. An unassuming shop front but with friendliness and professionalism to rival any much 'prettier' setup. They even replaced the battery for one of my other watches on the house.
Will be taking the rest of my watch affairs here. Thank you team!
Daniel Baluyot
Very kind and enthusiastic staff, which you cant say the same at a lot of places these days. Had a great time even just visiting. Small yet interesting selection of preowned watches and they are AD for Nomos! Was also cool to see watchmakers through the glass behind the counter. Thank you L for your hospitality! I will definitely be back.
Peter Kim
To the lovely lady out front, Lou; thank you for your amazing customer service. You greeted my friend and I with a smile, and genuinely made the (silly) questions that I asked feel not so silly! You truly epitomise the definition of benevolence. I definitely will be back with more watch inquiries in the future! Thanks again 😊 …
Michael Ong
I am so impressed with the service Karl & Sylvia provided today. Their patience and willingness to help me select my very first NOMOS was just simply beyond fantastic.
I’m am extremely happy with my new purchase to add to my collection. Thank you so much again Karl and Sylvia for your assistance today! Will be back soon hopefully with some friends and family members to support such a phenomenal business and brand (NOMOS).
Brendon Lin
I contacted Master Watchmaking initially through Facebook, sparked by an update to their stock of a few Nomos pieces. I've been a huge Nomos fan for years and was finally ready to pull the trigger on a Club. I dealt with Louella, who was great at communicating (MW is based in Sydney, I'm in Perth). Initial inquiry was on a Thursday (if I recall correctly) and my watch was on my wrist the following Tuesday. Really pleased with the service that I received and hope this will turn in to a long standing relationship.
Stuart Munro
FAQs
Read through our FAQs to find answers to questions that are commonly asked by our clients. Looking for something else? For Inquiries, please email us at service@masterwatchmaking.com.au
Contact UsAll second-hand and vintage watches come with our personal 1 year warranty. New NOMOS watches come with an international 2 year warranty. Warranties do not cover accidental damage or general wear and tear.
Online orders can only be made for delivery to Australian addresses. We provide free shipping for orders over $150: if your order is less than that amount, shipping is $15. We send goods by overnight courier or registered mail: you will be required to sign for the parcel. In most cases, we will dispatch the goods within 2 working days of payment having been received.
We will advise you by email when your order has been dispatched.
New Zealand customers: please contact us by email for a non-GST price, and shipping costs.
All prices are in Australian Dollars and include GST. Prices are subject to change without notice. At present, payment can be made by direct deposit into our bank account, or secure credit card transaction online using visa, mastercard, Amex and Paypal.
Overseas customers and travellers can claim back the GST amount at the airport. You will receive a refund of 1/11th of the purchase price.
Please choose carefully: we do not offer refunds for a change of mind.
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Contact Us
Suite 1004 - Lvl. 10, 265 Castlereagh Street
Sydney, NSW 2000
Postal Address:
P.O. Box 20581
World Square, NSW 2002
Opening Hours:
Monday to Friday,
09:00AM to 05:00PM
Closed on Public Holidays
Possibly above all personal accessories, watches have held a fascination and affection for generations, and even in todays highly digitalised society, quality analogue watches, both vintage and modern are high on a list of must haves for individuals from all walks of life.
A meticulously crafted watch with precision movement and exquisite styling can be likened to a work of art, and when worn can be a bold statement of personal expression; combine a luxury brand heritage and the presence of precious metals or gems and the watch immediately becomes an investment too, so it easy to understand the value so many place on watches of distinction.
Karl Braunsteiner, the founder of Master Watchmaking here in Sydney in 1983, has spent a lifetime in the field of watch restoration and as a watch repairer, spending no less than five years in his studies which culminated in him receiving his Master Watchmaker Certificate in his homeland of Austria in the 1970s. With more than 40 years dedicated to the craft that he loves, providing vintage watch repairs here in Sydney, there is very little that lands on Karls workshop desk that he hasn’t encountered before, but on the occasion he is confronted by a new problem to solve, his years of experience and unquestionable expertise come to the fore allowing him to rise to the challenge with consummate ease. Whether you require a simple watch service in Sydney, to ensure your treasured timepiece continues to work effectively and efficiently or you have unearthed a vintage watch that is in desperate need of a full restoration, Karl and his equally able assistant, Donna and Kodie will provide a high quality service that will leave your watch in pristine condition and working perfectly. And as testament to the quality of their precision pocket watch and vintage watch repairs, since 2009 Master Watchmaking has been officially designated as an authorised service centre in Australia for the following prestigious brands; Audemars Piguet, Girard Perregaux, Ulysse Nardin, Chopard, Maurice Lacroix and Nomos.
Along with providing watch service and repairs, Karl has diversified slightly and has gained a highly reputable name as a second-hand watch dealer, buying and selling vintage watches – and those he sells are accompanied by his own personal 1-year warranty. Additionally, after being impressed with the quality of the relatively new watch brand of Nomos – manufactured in Saxony, Germany, Karl has been importing these watches for selling on in Sydney since 2005. Nomos watches, founded in 1990 are renowned for their traditional values of watchmaking, impeccable craftmanship and quality designs that have already established the brand as synonymous with luxury. All Nomos watches supplied by Master Watchmaking are covered by an international 2-year warranty.
The art of watchmaking and watch repairs is highly specialised and requires years of study and hands on experience to reach the levels of expertise as showcased by Karl and his experienced team at Master Watchmaking, so when you are looking for ‘watchmakers near me’, simply contact Master Watchmaking for an impeccable service that will never let you down.
