Very expensive repairs, wrong low quotes for gold necklace
Very expensive repairs. I was offered 9kt scrap value for an 18kt pristine, never worn, straight out of the box necklace. Don't trust.

Marcus Tempus Antique & Modern specializes in the sale of high-quality antique and modern jewelry, including exclusive rings, necklaces, and other fine pieces. The company offers a curated selection that features unique designs, such as their Long Octagon Aquamarine and Sapphires Ring and Art Deco styles, appealing to both collectors and individuals seeking luxury items. With prices ranging from several thousand pounds, the business caters primarily to discerning customers who value craftsmanship and distinctive jewelry. The website, www.clock-watches.co.uk, serves as a platform for customers to explore and purchase these exquisite jewelry pieces. By focusing on authentic and elegant designs, Marcus Tempus Antique & Modern positions itself as a key player in the antique and modern jewelry market, attracting buyers interested in both investment pieces and personal adornments.
Antique & Modern receives a mix of reviews, highlighting both commendable service and significant concerns. Many customers praise the shop for its excellent customer service and knowledgeable staff, particularly noting the expertise of the watchmaker, George.
Reviewers express satisfaction with the repairs and servicing of various watches, including high-end brands like Omega and Rolex, emphasizing the shop's reliability and fair pricing. However, several critical reviews raise alarms about the trustworthiness of the repair services, with complaints about expensive repairs and low quotes for valuable items. Some customers report dissatisfaction with the front-of-house staff, suggesting a disconnect between technical expertise and customer interaction.
Summary generated with AI from recent reviews
Each source counts by its number of reviews. Only reviews written by people are scored.
| Source | Rating | Reviews | Weight | 6-mo | Fake risk |
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Trustpilot Imported Trustpilot reviews | 3.7 | 11 | 100% | — | ● Low |
Monthly average rating from reviews written by people · latest review Jul 2025.
| Month | Average | Reviews |
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| Nov 24 | 5.0 | 1 |
| Dec 24 | — | 0 |
| Jan 25 | — | 0 |
| Feb 25 | — | 0 |
| Mar 25 | — | 0 |
| Apr 25 | — | 0 |
| May 25 | — | 0 |
| Jun 25 | — | 0 |
| Jul 25 | 1.0 | 1 |
Share of positive (4–5★) and negative (1–2★) reviews mentioning each topic · based on the 11 most recent reviews.
“Given the loss in recent years of lots of really useful high street shops, and their inevitable replacement with”
“Very expensive repairs”
Same method for every company: overall rating, legitimacy checks, the average rating of reviews mentioning each area and the 6-month trend · Jewelry.
| Company | Overall | Legit | Service | Value | Trend | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7 out of 5 (good) | 100 out of 100 | 3.8 out of 5 (good) | 2.6 out of 5 (poor) | — | 11 | |
| 1.3 out of 5 (poor) | 100 out of 100 | 1.2 out of 5 (poor) | 1.1 out of 5 (poor) | — | 1,000 | |
| 2.9 out of 5 (fair) | 100 out of 100 | 2.5 out of 5 (poor) | 1.6 out of 5 (poor) | +4% | 1,000 | |
| 4.9 out of 5 (good) | 100 out of 100 | 5.0 out of 5 (good) | 4.9 out of 5 (good) | +2% | 397 | |
| 2.6 out of 5 (poor) | 100 out of 100 | 2.2 out of 5 (poor) | 1.8 out of 5 (poor) | +12% | 368 |
Bottom line: Antique & Modern is #2 of 5 on overall rating in this group. On value, Red Run scores higher (4.9 vs 2.6).
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Very expensive repairs. I was offered 9kt scrap value for an 18kt pristine, never worn, straight out of the box necklace. Don't trust.
I took my watch that is precious to me because my children bought it for me to this watch repairers, I specifically found a Tissot service center to be sure it is well looked after. I took it to them because my button was not working, They had it two weeks and no word from them, I called the shop and they told me it would need to be sent to Tissot as they can not repair it because it is a solar watch, informing me Tissot would offer me a replacement for a third of the price if Tissot could not fix it, which I found a strange thing to say to me 2 weeks after they took my watch, instead of telling me on the day I took it to them. Tissot explained to me that was false and they would not offer me a new one for a third of the price. Tissot also told me the only people who can fix the solar watches is Tissot. I noticed the button miraculously was now working. I have a solar powered version and it should last for a month with no charge. A month later my watch stopped working. I sent it to Tissot and they informed me someone had opened the watch and broke it. Not only did the staff lie to me, they broke my watch and gave it back to me under false pretenses. This company is not to be trusted. Not only did they break my watch, they lied about not opening it, did not inform me they had broken it and then lied about what Tissot would do about it. I am very upset to say the least. I explained the whole situation to Tissot about what had happened, they were most apologetic and gave me a large discount to repair and service my watch. Do not make the mistake of trusting this watch repairers. This is the worst and most dishonest company I have ever had to deal with. You should be ashamed of yourselves. If you try to lie in the reply to my review, I will address any and all lies through another review.
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I had already had two Seiko titanium watches, one automatic and one solar, both of which had given good service. So I bought my wife a Seiko solar as a present in February 2018. After a little over a year my wife's watch would only run for a few hours before stopping. Unfortunately the jeweller from whom I had bought it had ceased trading and I had not retained proof of purchase so I went to the local repairer 'Antique and Modern' in Barnet. They charged £25 for a new 'condenser' and handed the watch back to me with exactly the same fault. I took it back and they then asked £113 for 'a new movement'. They even said that they would be losing money at that price. This sounded wrong to me so I sent the watch off to Seiko UK on the off-chance. Seiko repaired the watch quickly and sent it back, the invoice showed that the 'new movement' cost was £58, which they discounted by 100% so they charged nothing at all, not even postage.
Marcus Tempus Antique & Modern specializes in the sale of high-quality antique and modern jewelry, including exclusive rings, necklaces, and other fine pieces. The company offers a curated selection that features unique designs, such as their Long Octagon Aquamarine and Sapphires Ring and Art Deco styles, appealing to both collectors and individuals seeking luxury items. With prices ranging from several thousand pounds, the business caters primarily to discerning customers who value craftsmanship and distinctive jewelry. The website, www.clock-watches.co.uk, serves as a platform for customers to explore and purchase these exquisite jewelry pieces. By focusing on authentic and elegant designs, Marcus Tempus Antique & Modern positions itself as a key player in the antique and modern jewelry market, attracting buyers interested in both investment pieces and personal adornments.
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