Chatel Watch Atelier Workshop is rooted in the Swiss region famous for designing the world’s greatest timepieces. It is one of the nation’s finest destinations for watch collectors and specializes in independent watch brands. The atelier is an authorized dealer for several brands and is the only certified watchmaker on the Monterey Peninsula. The owner studied watchmaking and restoration in Switzerland. The shop is tucked into a small alleyway or a secret passageway, so be on the lookout. It is an elegant, tasteful Aladin’s cave with a great selection of dream watches and time pieces. The owner is a great personality, very friendly, helpful, and clearly enjoys the field. He attends to customers personally, makes suggestions, and answers questions with utmost patience and professionalism, even for those just browsing or not looking to purchase. He is an expert in watches and their mechanisms, which helps your understanding. He has a decent selection on site and can also order what is needed. The experience is wonderful and special. The owners are great people, extremely polite, and will take time to show watches and talk about their history. They sell and repair watches at very fair prices and also offer shipping. Visitors consider themselves fortunate to have found this place and often plan to return.
Hughes always goes above and beyond to take care of me. Been a loyal customer since 2020. Always accommodating for private appointments since I don’t live in the area. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a knowledgeable and professional watch guy.
October 2025
What a great experience talking with Hugues! We had a really good chat, sharing his passion for watches and bikes. He showed me all the watches I was interested in, and in the end, I bought a Nivada Antarctic.
August 2025
Truly world class expert. They easily adjusted my omega bracelet. I will be back to purchase some watches from their beautiful range of time pieces! Very nice store and ambiance as well!
