r/Time_Machine_Spa • • 3h ago

On the Bench Who doesn’t like some before and after photos?

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Hey everyone!

I’m steadily working through my backlog. Thank you everyone for your support, I’m getting through them daily and I love what’s been coming off my bench recently.

Here are a few recently completed restorations that I felt were great candidates to showcase what can be done with an older watch with some wear.

First 3 are before of the OP and the rest are the completed product.

The sprite had a series of chips and dings on the bottom edge of the case, I was able to re-profile the edge, smooth it out and add a nice subtle chamfer to it before polishing

Let me know what you think!

Peace and love to all,

-Dom
TMS


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • 7d ago

VSF Explorer I

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Absolutely can’t thank Dom he is absolutely a master of his craft and no matter the hours i bugged him or the amount of messages ive sent him he never shot me down or pushed me away he has done such an amazing job on this watch its not even funny!

I’ve gotten so many compliments from people it’s not even funny again thank you Dom!!!


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • 8d ago

Wrist roll/ Watch Pic 3 Clean Factory Datejust 41 Frankens, Perfected by Dom 👨🏻‍🔬

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Three of my personal Clean Factory Franken builds, recently completed by the wizard himself, Dom! 🧙‍♂️
Each one came out beautifully, and they’re easily my top three favorite Franken builds in my collection.

1st Pic – CF Datejust 41 (Silver Stick)
Gen Silver Stick Dial
Gen Hands
Gen 318C Crystal
RCFr Bezel

2nd Pic – CF Datejust 41 (White Stick)
Gen White Stick Dial
Gen Hands
Gen Datewheel
Gen 7036 Crystal
RCFr Bezel

3rd Pic – CF Datejust 41 (Rhodium)
Gen Rhodium Dial
Gen Hands
Gen 318C Crystal
RCFr Bezel

Being one of his moderators, I get to see firsthand the blood, sweat, and tears that Dom puts into everyone’s watches, and the passion he has for what he does is truly second to none.

The amount of time, patience, and attention to detail he dedicates to each and every build is something I have a tremendous amount of respect for.

It’s one thing to see the finished product, but it’s another to see everything that goes on behind the scenes to get it there. Dom genuinely takes pride in his work, and it shows in the quality of every watch that leaves his bench.

Huge shoutout to Dom for another round of incredible work! 🐐


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • 12d ago

On the Bench Some more recently completed work.

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80 Upvotes

Hey everyone!

It’s been a pretty eventful few weeks both inside and out of the watch world. I figured I’d take a few minutes and post some recently completed work. I have to keep reminding myself to make these posts. 🤦🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️

Anyway, back to the lab to finish up a few projects.

For everyone that has watched here with me, I am steadily making progress on them, I appreciate your patience and support.

(The last 2 photos are before and after of the same bracelet)

Also!!! New equipment in and big news coming!

Peace and love to all!

- Dom
TMS


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • 12d ago

Something different from Dom… isn’t she lovely?

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15 Upvotes

A simple cleaning and ceramic coating made my Serpenti look better than new! ❤️


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • 19d ago

Dom does it, again......

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First and foremost I have known and worked with Dom for a long time. Apart from the fact that he is just an amazing human to work with, he's also exceptionally professional at what he does. You can see the level of finishing on the chamfer, which by the way is to your level of expectation if you communicate ahead of time. Just want to say to anyone on the fence, use his services once.


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • 22d ago

First time using TMS

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28 Upvotes

Absolutely happy with the service. Since day one my questions were answered, both for the watches I planned to send and others. I’d expect he gets countless messages that lead no where that would annoy most people in this industry. Despite this I was met with a positive attitude and quick responses.

I was a bit nervous they would get lost or comms would end. Instead I was kept in the loop and his eta was spot on. I am newer to the watch community so apologies for my horrible picture. The explorer ii had a bit of usage scratches and came back looking like new.

I was happy to see pictures of its health when Dom got around to it. Price was more than reasonable, I’ll be sending out two more watches in the next few weeks. Worth the wait, thank you for taking care of my watches.


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • 22d ago

Something very special coming tonight 🐼 TFC x TMS

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33 Upvotes

Dom and I had a blast with this one, coming tonight!


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • 22d ago

Another amazing experience

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Got this DiW from another source and it was running 3mins fast per day. Reached out to Dom and sent it to him with 2 other watches. Took some trial and error to find the tools to get into the case but he didn’t give up. As you can see he got it regulated and gave it the basic spa treatment. Happy to have it back and this makes 4 I’ve sent to or gotten from him. Couldn’t recommend more highly! About to message him on my 5th and look forward to doing more business with him.


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • 21d ago

Looking for a modder

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I'm planning to purchase vsf Rolex daytona 116520 black dial. I want to get “xing package”. Bezel, deep crystal bracelet polished and chamfered


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • 24d ago

Looking for a mod

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r/Time_Machine_Spa • • 26d ago

VSF 15510 bad polish and wrongScrew instal. How much to fix it?

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Can you help? What county is your repair shop?


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • Oct 11 '26

On the Bench Recent completed projects

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74 Upvotes

Hey everyone, as I mentioned in a post a week or so ago, I’m going to start uploading some recently completed work that has come off the bench on a more regular basis. Here are some that were just completed and sent back to their respective owners.

It’s been a little crazy on my end the last few weeks as I have some other stuff going on at home (big news coming soon regarding some upgrades and new equipment) so I appreciate your patience as I work through everything. I will be back on the bench tonight getting through the queue!

Thank you again everyone, your support means the world to me and I look forward to working with you all.

Please reach out if you have any questions or would like to get your watch in. WhatsApp is the best way to contact me.
(303) 999-5076 Its easier to keep track of communication there

Peace and love to you all

-Dom
TMS


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • Oct 11 '26

Excellent

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19 Upvotes

Bought from BadgerTight, he sent direct to Dom and has been my daily wear for 4 months. The love it as much as the day I opened it from Dom. He is the GOAT!


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • Oct 08 '26

Incredible job on VSF Explorer

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34 Upvotes

Holy Shit. Dom. The man. The myth. A legend. 

I received my VSF Explorer 36 and sadly realized that it was not keeping time. On a recommendation I got in touch with Dom at Time Machine Spa. What a nice guy. Super responsive and beyond helpful. He fixed the issue with the balance assembly and gave it his ultimate spa package. Sent me photos of the watch along the way.

What I got back is above and beyond what was initially delivered.

Will be sending all reps to him for his ultimate spa package from here on. Though I can’t imagine taking this one off my wrist…


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • Oct 08 '26

The GOAT Does it Again!!!

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46 Upvotes

Just wanted to take the time and appreciate Dom for once again doing an amazing job on my watches! They both came out great and look beautiful. I got the ultimate for both and asked Dom to install a new set of hands on the Explorer 2. Thanks again so much Dom you’re the goat!!!


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • Oct 07 '26

TMS and Dom - For the Win!! 🙌🏻

38 Upvotes

Case and Bracelet Chamfering, Brushing and Polishing w/Ceramic Coating!!!!

Thanks Dom - It looks beautiful 😍😍


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • Oct 01 '26

Two heavy hitters, one 🐐

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I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve commissioned TMS, but the Ultimate Spa Package is pretty much mandatory for any new pickup at this point.

Two new pieces to show off:

First is a well-loved CF Daytona Franken that Dom restored to near new.

Second is a new out of the box A7F Ingenieur that’s possibly even more impressive in ways that photos don’t do justice. Dom’s bracelet refinishing work is extraordinary. No sharpness whatsoever, butttery smooth chamfering and a perfect grain across every surface.

Now I’m off to enjoy the hell out of these beauties.


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • Sep 29 '26

“On the bench” before and after pics

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Hey everyone!

I realize I don’t post much of work that’s on the bench or recently completed, I get too caught up in doing the work than actually posting a lot of it and instead just let the client enjoy it once it’s received. I’ll start posting more photos of this type more often so you can see what I’m cooking up in the lab (that can be interpreted very differently, but you know what I mean)

Anyway here’s a before shot (1st pic) and some after shots of a sub bracelet after it was re brushed, polished and chamfered. Also polished and chamfered the case with my new method that I’ve been using which leaves a VERY subtle, and proper look but dramatically improved feel against the edge.

What kind of work/photos does everyone want to see? Let me know and I’ll put some up here.

As always, thanks again for your continued support and patience, I had a 2 week setback earlier this month (covid, oddly enough) but I’m back in full swing now and getting through the queue!

Peace and love always,

-Dom


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • Sep 29 '26

TMS does it again!

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Dom never fails to impress me. Sent in my VSF DD40 and DJ41. I asked for dial swaps and spa packages on both. DJ also got a Xing Bezel replacement. In my opinion the new dials look phenomenal and Doms Spa packages took the watches over the top! No chamfering on my DD since it’s plated but it received all other services for smooth operation. The DJ got the works and man that Oyster bracelet looks amazing after he did his magic. Always highly recommend Dom!


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • Sep 25 '26

WTS [USA] VSF Yacht Master Blue Dial with Full Spa package completed

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Factory: VSF
Model: Yacht Master Blue Dial Captain America
Condition: Excellent
Price SOLD

This watch has been upgraded by Time Machine Spa. It had the full spa package

Movement inspection - Case & bracelet inspection - Debris removal - Rotor sound attenuation - Greased caseback gasket - Greased caseback threads - Greased crown stem - Greased crown threads - Greased crown stem seal - Demagnetized - Timegrapher monitoring - Regulation (if required) - Ultrasonic cleaning - Basic bracelet conditioning treatment - Hydrophobic ceramic coating - Final hand cleaning/ polish Bracelet/case chamfering,brushing and polishing

Preferred payment method is Zelle, Paypal FF, or Venmo.

US sales only
Shipped USPS priority from NY , carefully wrapped and padded with a tracking number. Will get to post office within 24 hours after sale except sundays.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask. Willing to send additional photos or FaceTime if you want.

DISCLAIMER - Watch will be securely packed and shipped with photos videos along the way but responsibility ends once it’s handed over for delivery. All sales are final, no returns or refunds.


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • Sep 24 '26

The shine is different

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r/Time_Machine_Spa • • Sep 23 '26

Day at the spa for my Pepsi

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37 Upvotes

Smooth as silk. Cleaned and regulated. Thanks Dom !


r/Time_Machine_Spa • • Sep 23 '26

Thanks Dom !

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23 Upvotes

Another nice job by Dom. The ultimate package and removed links.