Watches in San Mateo, CA

“Levon is one of the very last watch specialists in the area. He completely rebuilt a family heirloom Hamilton that I wanted to start wearing again. He also reset two family rings for me, the stones were high quality but I didn't like the settings. His prices are very reasonable and his work is beautiful.”

“Peninsula Clock Shop has been a trusted part of the San Mateo community since 1967, offering over 57 years of dedicated expertise in clock and watch repair. The current owner, Keith Ma, inherited the business and its proud legacy from the previous owner, affectionately known in the neighborhood as Uncle Sebastian—a European-trained master clockmaker with more than 60 years of experience.

The shop itself has a charming, retro fee- preserving its history and legacy with a collection of grandfather clocks, mantel clocks, antique wall pieces, and other timeless treasures.

Coming from a fine jewelry background, I have high standards when it comes to watch service. I know just how hard it is to find someone truly reliable. You'd be surprised how many luxury watch and jewelry brands quietly partner with small, local repair shops behind the scenes. So when I come across a great one, I know it's the real deal.

Keith, the current owner, is not only incredibly knowledgeable and attentive but also genuinely honest and fair. There’s never any pressure to upsell—just honest craftmanship and straightforward expertise. I recently brought in my Cartier Tank watch for a battery replacement, and everything was handled with care. If you are lucky, he might even let you watch the process, which speaks to his transparency and confidence in what he does.

If you have an antique clock or a watch that holds sentimental value, Peninsula Clock Shop is the place to go. Keith truly cares about every piece that comes through his door and is deeply committed to preserving its history and craftsmanship. He doesn’t just do repairs—he treats each timepiece with the respect it deserves. And if you have questions about how to care for your vintage clock or watch, he’s more than happy to share helpful tips and advice.

Fun fact: Peninsula Clock Shop is said to have restored Stanford University's historic 1901 clock, which speaks volumes about the trust and expertise the community places in him. With over 40 years of experience, Keith has truly seen it all when it comes to timepieces.”

“The store is an icon in San Mateo. I've only bought a few things like a really nice quartz watch, but they've done all the maintenance on it and other watches I own. The staff is always very friendly and helpful, and the quality of the work they do is impeccable.”

“Today I was in because I wanted to browse rings but didn’t think of actually buying one. I’d just married the love of my life and was looking for a wedding band that would meet my expectations but was adamant on purchasing at Swarovski. The young woman (Jessica) was absolutely delightful. She knew EVERYTHING from the products to what was new and interesting to share and I didn’t feel any pressure. As soon as I felt like she was genuine I asked about the ring selection. She shared what metals and quality of the rings. Then I asked if there were any solid white gold which was more my preference. There was a band that was exactly what I was looking for. 14k white golds with diamonds with the specific grade and clarity I was looking for especially because she was able to answer in a heartbeat. I love being passionate employees! In conclusion I showed my husband and I spent the pretty penny that really quality comes with. It’s my birthday tomorrow so she also gave me the travel bag gift as well as a box of chocolates which was the absolute sweetest of her.If you are in search of someone with exceptional customer service and stunning jewelry, look for Jessica at Swarovski. I seriously hope that she is not just a borrowed employee from another location because I would follow her just to give her the commission if they earn that working there. The ring matches beautifully with the my engagement and promise ring from my hubby.”