Foundry
$40–99
Affordable mechanical watches with character, history, and honest charm.
- 60-Day Mechanical Warranty
- Restoration photo documentation
- Bench verification
Stewardship Through Mechanical Preservation
Mechanical history, prepared for another lifetime.
Indianapolis Watchworks restores and preserves vintage mechanical watches while fostering a living culture around craftsmanship, mentorship, restoration, and fellowship.
Collections
Three entry points into mechanical preservation: approachable, work-ready, and heirloom-grade.
Foreman
$100–299
Well-built vintage watches from respected makers designed for regular wear and long-term enjoyment.
- 120-Day Mechanical Warranty
- Bench verification
- Timing analysis on select pieces
Primo
$300+
Heirloom-grade vintage watches restored and prepared for the next generation of ownership.
- 365-Day Mechanical Warranty
- Full restoration documentation
- Watchworkers Union induction
Vintage mechanical watches are machines designed to be maintained, repaired, understood, and eventually passed on.
The Standard
Every watch is inspected, regulated, and bench-tested before reaching its next owner.
Bench VerifiedFunctional inspection and final testing notes.
Bench ReportService summary, observations, and timing data.
DocumentedRestoration photography on every piece.
WarrantyMechanical support based on collection tier.
Returns14-day return window in received condition.
The Watchworkers Union
The Union is not purchased. It is earned through stewardship, participation, preservation, and contribution to the mechanical arts.
Bench Ledger
Operational notes, restorations, failed saves, timing records, and discoveries from the workshop.
Restoration notes coming soonWorkshop archive
Open Bench NightsCommunity
Restoration Reserve previewsPreservation