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Client Voices

Stories from the People We Serve

Honest reflections from watch owners who have trusted pendinmy with their timepieces.

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Client Reviews

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Nguyễn Linh

Quận 3, HCMC

My father's Seiko 5 had been sitting in a drawer for years because no one could get it running properly. pendinmy took their time with the assessment, explained what was going on inside, and had it back to me within three weeks running like it did in the '90s. The service record they provided was incredibly detailed.

January 28, 2026

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David Thompson

Expat, Quận 2

Brought in an Omega Speedmaster for a crystal replacement after bumping it on a doorframe. The work was clean and the new crystal looks exactly right. I would have given five stars but turnaround was a day longer than originally estimated. Still, the communication throughout was appreciated.

February 5, 2026

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Trịnh Hương

Phú Nhuận, HCMC

I came in just for a timing issue but they noticed the gasket was compromised during their check. Instead of going ahead with additional work without asking, they called me to discuss it. That kind of respect for the customer's decision is uncommon. My watch is running well and the case is properly sealed now.

February 12, 2026

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Phan Đức

Quận 7, HCMC

Had a full rebuild done on an Orient Star that I wear daily. The 48-hour observation period they do after reassembly gave me real confidence in the result. They even returned my old mainspring in a small labeled bag. Thoughtful service all around.

January 20, 2026

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Sophie Kim

Bình Thạnh, HCMC

My grandmother's watch was cosmetically worn but still ran. I just wanted the case freshened up. They did a lovely job — the before-and-after photos really show the difference. The crystal is clear again and the brushing on the case looks close to how I remember it from childhood.

February 1, 2026

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Võ Quang

Quận 1, HCMC

I brought in a watch that two other shops had turned away because they couldn't source the right part. pendinmy found a specification-matched replacement through their supplier network and completed the repair within the original estimate. Genuinely impressed with the persistence and care.

January 31, 2026

Service Journeys

A few examples of how we approach different situations — from diagnosis through to completion.

Case Study

The Inherited Longines

Challenge

A 1970s Longines automatic, inherited from a client's uncle, had not been serviced in over a decade. It lost nearly two minutes per day and the crown felt gritty when winding.

Approach

Full mechanical rebuild: movement disassembled, all components cleaned ultrasonically, worn mainspring and click spring replaced with specification-matched parts, fresh synthetic lubrication applied.

Outcome

Rate reduced to within +4 seconds/day across six positions. Crown action restored to smooth operation. Completed in four weeks with all original worn parts returned to the client.

"It keeps time the way my uncle described it — dependable and quiet."

Case Study

The Scratched Diver

Challenge

A daily-wear diving watch with a heavily scratched sapphire crystal and surface marks across the case. The owner wanted it looking fresh without losing its rugged character.

Approach

Crystal replaced with a new sapphire unit, case brushed and polished to match factory finish while retaining the original bevel proportions. Gaskets replaced and water resistance verified.

Outcome

Completed in five business days. The owner noted that the watch looked renewed but still recognizable — which was the goal. Photo comparison documented the transformation.

"It looks like the day I bought it, but it still feels like mine."

Case Study

The Erratic Quartz

Challenge

A quartz dress watch that had recently started gaining nearly ten seconds a week despite a fresh battery. The owner was concerned about the movement's health.

Approach

Calibration service: the movement was tested on timing equipment, a minor regulation adjustment was made, and the case interior was cleaned of fine debris that had accumulated over years of wear.

Outcome

Deviation brought within normal quartz tolerance. Completed in two business days. The owner was relieved that the issue didn't require a more involved repair.

"They were upfront that it was a straightforward fix. Appreciated not being oversold."

By the Numbers

15+

Years of Practice

2,400+

Watches Serviced

4.8/5

Average Rating

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Address

42 Lý Tự Trọng, Bến Thành,
Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh 70000

Working Hours

Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sat: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

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