About Solstice
Solstice began in 2014 as a quiet studio in Taipei's Songshan District, founded by a watchmaker who had grown weary of the production-line approach that defined much of the industry at the time. The vision was simple: create a space where each timepiece could receive the consideration it deserved, where restoration meant understanding both the mechanical intricacies and the personal stories these watches carry.
The name Solstice reflects our philosophy—marking moments of transition, of careful attention to cycles and rhythms, of respecting both tradition and the passage of time. Just as the solstice represents a turning point in the year, we view each service as a meaningful pause in a watch's journey, an opportunity to renew its purpose while honoring its history.
Over the past twelve years, we have refined our processes not by chasing volume, but by deepening our understanding of the craft. We have worked with vintage Omegas passed down through three generations, Seikos that marked career milestones, Rolexes that accompanied explorers to remote corners of the world. Each piece teaches us something about resilience, about the relationship between humans and their instruments.
Our mission remains unchanged: to provide watch repair and restoration services that balance technical precision with genuine care for the objects entrusted to us. We do not claim to be the fastest or the largest. We simply aim to be thorough, transparent, and respectful of the craftsmanship embedded in these small mechanical universes.
The studio operates with a small team of specialists who share a commitment to traditional horological practices. We document our work, communicate clearly about timelines and costs, and never rush a repair to meet arbitrary deadlines. If a component requires replacement, we discuss options openly. If a restoration calls for restraint rather than intervention, we say so.
We believe in preserving the character of vintage timepieces rather than erasing the marks of their lived experience. Original parts, when available, are always preferred. Patina is valued, not polished away. Our role is to restore function and ensure longevity, not to manufacture perfection that never existed.
Our Team
Wei-Chen Lin
Master Watchmaker
Founded Solstice after fifteen years apprenticing with Swiss and Japanese master watchmakers, specializing in vintage mechanical movements.
Yu-Ting Chen
Restoration Specialist
Trained in dial refinishing and case restoration techniques, bringing precision metalwork skills to cosmetic repairs and component fabrication.
Jia-Hao Wu
Technical Coordinator
Manages client communications, parts sourcing, and project documentation, ensuring clarity and transparency throughout the service process.
Quality Standards
Technical Precision
Each movement is serviced using magnification equipment and precision measurement tools. Timing accuracy is verified across multiple positions before completion.
Professional Training
Our watchmakers hold certifications from recognized horological institutes and engage in continuous education to stay current with evolving techniques.
Service Warranty
All mechanical services are covered by a twenty-four month warranty on workmanship and parts, reflecting our confidence in the quality of our repairs.
Documentation
Every service includes detailed documentation of work performed, parts replaced, and timing results, providing a complete record for your timepiece.
Genuine Components
We source components directly from authorized suppliers and manufacturers, ensuring authenticity and proper specifications for each repair.
Privacy Protection
Client information and service records are maintained with strict confidentiality. Your timepieces are secured in our climate-controlled vault during service.
Our expertise extends across a broad spectrum of mechanical timepiece maintenance and restoration. We work primarily with Swiss and Japanese movements, though our capabilities include servicing of certain German and American calibers as well. The studio is equipped with specialized tools for movement disassembly, ultrasonic cleaning, timing regulation, and water resistance testing.
We maintain relationships with component suppliers across Asia and Europe, enabling us to source parts for both contemporary production models and discontinued vintage references. When original components are unavailable, we work with skilled fabricators who can produce accurate replacements using traditional machining methods.
The workshop environment is controlled for temperature and humidity, protecting delicate mechanisms from environmental stress during service. Each watchmaker's bench is equipped with anti-magnetic workspaces, precision measurement instruments, and appropriate lubrication stocks for different caliber families.
Our approach prioritizes longevity over cosmetic perfection. We understand that many of our clients value the history visible in their watches—the slight fading of a dial, the gentle wear on a case edge. These markers of time are part of what makes a timepiece meaningful. Our goal is to ensure these watches continue functioning reliably for another generation while respecting the character they have developed.
Interested in Working Together?
We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we might assist with your timepiece
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