Pilbrows Watchmakers

03/09/2026

28/08/2026

Two very different regatta watches, both fresh off the bench — a Citizen and a Seiko, serviced side by side this week.

Regatta dials are one of the trickier complications to work on properly. Instead of counting up like a normal chronograph, they count down, timing a yacht's approach to the start line before racing even begins. That takes a specific mechanism, and it needs a watchmaker who understands exactly how it's supposed to behave once it's back together.

We wrote up the full story of how regatta timers work and where they came from 👉 https://pilbrowswatchmaker.co.nz/blog/the-regatta-watch-dial/

If you've got a regatta or yacht timer watch that's due a service — or just isn't running quite right — we'd love to get it on the bench.

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21/08/2026

Who doesn't love a green dialed watch!

This would look great on your Dad's wrist this fathers day.

Was $699.00, now on special for the low price of just $499.00!

Be in quick, this is the last one we have.

21/08/2026

My bench isn't that messy! 😁

Did you know NZ's salt air and humidity swings are actually harder on a watch than most other climates?

Salt air alone (even without ever hitting the water) can work its way past aging seals and start corroding a movement over time — and our love of four-seasons-in-a-day weather doesn't help either.

We've just put together a full breakdown of what to watch out for and why it matters more here than in a lot of other places 👉 https://pilbrowswatchmaker.co.nz/blog/four-season-in-one-day/

If your watch hasn't been checked over in a while, or you've noticed any fogging under the glass, pop in and we'll take a look.

19/08/2026

Fresh off the workbench. A lovely Rolex Submariner 16610 ready to go up for sale. Get in contact if you are interested.

11/08/2026

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06/08/2026

⌚ Is your watch ready for summer? ⌚

If you're planning on swimming, diving, or just don't want to think twice about washing your hands with your watch on, now's a great time to get it checked.

We offer battery replacement and pressure testing for high-end watches at both our Burnside, Christchurch and Suncourt Plaza, Taupo stores. A quick pressure test checks that your seals and gaskets are still doing their job — because a $50 check now is a lot cheaper than a water-damaged movement later.

Whether it's a modern dive watch or a treasured family heirloom, our qualified watchmakers will make sure it's ready to wear with confidence.

📖 Read more on our blog: https://pilbrowswatchmaker.co.nz/blog/pressure-testing/
📞 Book yours in at our Christchurch branch: (03) 351 1320
or our Taupo branch (07) 377 3550

04/08/2026

Longines Flagship L4.874.3 — Timeless Elegance, Freshly Serviced

Some designs never go out of fashion — the Longines Flagship is one of them. First introduced in 1957, this collection has spent nearly seven decades defining what a classic dress watch should look like, and this pre-owned example carries that heritage beautifully.

Presented in a refined 39mm two-tone case, this Flagship pairs a crisp white dial with elegant Roman numeral hour markers and rose gold-toned hands, offset by a matching rose gold-toned bezel and bracelet. It's a subtle, sophisticated combination that reads equally well with a suit or a smart-casual outfit.

Beneath the dial sits the automatic Calibre L888.2, offering a power reserve of up to 72 hours, with a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal front and back — the transparent case back giving a lovely view of the movement at work. A date display at 3 o'clock adds everyday practicality without disturbing the watch's clean, symmetrical face..

This particular piece has just been through a full service, so it's ready to be worn and enjoyed with complete confidence — all the timeless style of a vintage-inspired classic, backed by the reassurance of fresh mechanical health and a 24 month guarantee.

A watch for someone who appreciates understated luxury and enduring design over passing trends.

Watch only. Excludes box and papers.

Special price of $1650.00

01/08/2026

Frederique Constant Highlife Automatic — COSC Certified

There is a quiet distinction to a watch that has earned its certification rather than simply claiming it. This Highlife Automatic carries COSC chronometer status — Switzerland's independent seal, granted only after days of rigorous testing. It is the mark reserved for those who consider precision non-negotiable.

Presented in a 39mm stainless steel case on a matching bracelet, with a green dial that shifts in tone with the light, and an additional rubber strap for a more relaxed alternative. Water resistant to 100m. Two-year warranty.

Now $4,000 (RRP $4,550).

Available in-store in Taupo, or online.
🔗 pilbrowswatchmaker.co.nz/frederique-constant-gents-automatic-fc-303grs3nh6b/

31/07/2026

❄️ Winter Super Sale Deal of the day

Retail: $1399
Sale price: $1119
Ref: 4374

Citizen Ladies Eco-Drive Diamond EM1110-81N

Description
With a design inspired by the original Citizen "Sunrise," this distinctive rose gold-tone stainless steel timepiece is a charming accent on the wrist that's perfect for glamorous wear. Sleek lines define the watch’s 29.8mm silhouette, with a subtle 4 o’clock crown and 7 o’clock diamond accent adding to its entrancingly delicate look. On its green-tinged mother-of-pearl dial, applied diamond markers and sharp hands indicate the time in style atop a subtle flower motif, keeping the attention on the pure aestheticism of the timepiece.

Stainless Steel Case and Bracelet
Eco-Drive movement
Diamond set dial
Blue Tinged Mother of Pearl Dial
Sapphire crystal
Case size 30mm
50m water resistant
Five year warranty