About antique clocks
We mainly deal with domestic and foreign mechanical watches made before the 1970s.
Old things have a texture created by the years and the atmosphere of the time when they were made.
I am fascinated by them and collect each and every one of them.
While respecting the texture and atmosphere of the watch itself, we maintain the internal mechanisms and offer watches that can be enjoyed even in modern times.
Although it is a bit tricky to use, don't think too hard about it.
We want people to use it in their daily lives, just like they would with clothing or other products.
STOCKIST
They are available at all YEANAY stores and are on display in stores.
The Osaka store is the most well-stocked, with around 300 bottles in stock at all times.
Each store in Shibuya, Kichijoji, and Kyoto has about 20 to 50 watches in stock, and they replace them about once every two months.
We also do wholesale and can introduce you to retailers that stock our products.
About Vintage Watches
The watches we handle at Kosetsu are over 40 years old. Please understand that unlike modern watches, it is natural for them to have malfunctions or breakdowns.
We will do our best to repair your watch, but please understand that as it is an old watch, there may be cases where we are unable to repair it.
The watches we handle at Kosetsu are those whose histories are unknown and have passed through the hands of various people both in Japan and abroad.
Therefore, if you value the originality of an individual item, please refrain from purchasing.
Since it is an old item, we hope you will treat it with an open mind.
If you want to check the stock on the web or the actual product in a distant place
Regarding the stock at YEANAY in Osaka, Kyoto, Shibuya, and Kichijoji, we can order it to each store and prepare it for you to view, so please contact us via the CONTACT page.
We will contact you after checking.
Delivery time
The watch you purchase will be overhauled and serviced before being handed over to you, which will take approximately 1 to 1.5 months.
Shipping Fee
Free for purchases over 16,500 yen.
*However, we do not ship overseas.
If you purchase only the belt, or if shipping charges are incurred for personal reasons, you will be responsible for the shipping charges.
Warranty Information
The warranty period is 6 months from the date of shipment.
Except for some sale items and special offers, the products you purchase have been overhauled (disassembled, cleaned, lubricated, and adjusted).
Products purchased from our store will be repaired or adjusted free of charge only if there is a malfunction in the internal mechanical parts during normal use within the warranty period.
Any external damage or breakage occurring during use or storage will be subject to a repair fee.
Due to the nature of vintage items, as a general rule, we cannot accept returns or exchanges unless the item is defective.
If a defect is found during the initial maintenance after your order, we will provide a full refund.
Buckles and belts are not covered by the warranty.
Please note that the following cases will not be covered free of charge even if they occur within the warranty period.
① Wear and tear of belts, including bracelets and straps. ② Wear and tear of exterior parts, such as the crystal, case, dial, hands, etc., and wear and tear of internal parts, such as the crown, tube, winding core, etc.
③ Damage caused by dropping, getting wet, or being submerged in water ④ Loss or theft ⑤ When the quality is judged by our affiliated repair craftsmen, or there is no mechanical or visual problem ⑥ When used by anyone other than the original purchaser ⑦ Damage caused by over-winding or pulling out the crown ⑧ When the back cover has been opened or repaired by a customer or another store
After the warranty period
Even after the warranty period, we will provide maintenance and repairs at the customer's price, so if you suspect that the watch you purchased is faulty, please be sure to consult us.
If you are sending your item to us for overhaul or repair, please send it in the box provided with your purchase and wrap it in as much cushioning material as possible to prevent any accidents.
*All purchased watches will come with our store's warranty, box, and paper bag.
The warranty includes information on how to use the watch and other precautions, so please be sure to read it.
Precautions for handling vintage watches
Keep away from magnetic fields
If a mechanical watch is exposed to a magnet for a long time, its accuracy may be affected and it may require repair. Please keep the watch at least 5 to 10 cm away from magnetic appliances and other items that use magnets.
In addition, quartz watches also emit magnetism, so please do not store them together. Please note that in some cases, demagnetizing repairs may cost as much as an overhaul.
Do not expose to water
Rust and corrosion are the biggest enemies of watches. There is no need to be too paranoid about this, but try to avoid getting your watch wet or submerging it in water as much as possible.
If there is any light water splashing, wipe it off immediately with a dry cloth.
Please be especially careful in the summer, as sweat and sebum may cause rust or deterioration.
Even if a watch is labeled as waterproof, its water resistance will decrease over time, so please treat it as if it is not waterproof.
Do not subject to strong impacts
If the watch is subjected to a strong shock such as being hit or dropped, the heart of the watch, called the balance wheel, may break and the watch may stop working.
Tenshin repairs are expensive, so please handle them with care.
Regular overhaul is absolutely necessary.
An overhaul (disassembly and cleaning) is like feeding your watch and giving it a health check.
Vintage watches always require an overhaul.
Regardless of whether the watch is mechanical or quartz, over use the watch will inevitably cause wear to the mechanical parts and deterioration, sticking, and drying of the lubricating oil.
An overhaul removes sweat and dirt from invisible areas that can cause breakdowns, replenishes dried oils, and replaces worn parts and gaskets essential for maintaining waterproofing, restoring the watch to a comfortable condition so that it can be used for a long time. Vintage watches are expensive, so many people purchase them as a lifetime purchase, but it is difficult to maintain them without regular overhauls.
There will likely not be an increase in the number of vintage watches in the future, so we hope that people will cherish and preserve these timepieces, which are also cultural heritage.
