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About us

Chronoglide is a place where craftsmanship, precision, and a love of watches converge. Born from a passion for technology, it has grown into a center for restoration and education.

“A watch tells more than just time. It tells a story worth sharing.”

– Kalle Slaap

About Kalle

Kalle is a master watchmaker with over twenty years of experience restoring high-end mechanical watches. What began as a personal fascination with gears and balance springs grew into a life mission: to preserve and pass on the craft. With Chronoglide, he shares not only his knowledge but also his dedication to quality, integrity, and precision.

Many people are passionate about watches, especially those with beautiful vintage pieces. For the wearer, they are often a feast for the eyes, or their love revolves around the magic of the timepiece.

At Kalle Slaap, that passion goes a step further: (vintage) watches are an obsession. And that’s especially true of the inner workings. That enchanting, technical universe. This obsession left Kalle no choice but to become a watch technician.

Of course, he appreciates a beautiful piece of design. He understands that a watch is a wrist ornament for you and, above all, understands that it often carries enormous emotional value. And that this can also apply to a simple watch. In any case, Kalle’s obsession is ever-present. For the inside. For the mechanism. The beating heart. To get it in perfect condition.

Reviews

"Not received yet, but just the fact to do this work is awesome, thanks a lot, and if it is (and why will it be different) as your youtube videos, going to be very interesting … 4 stars because do not have it yet only 🙂"
Francois (verified owner) 28/04/2025
"Responsiveness, Quality, Integrity, Professionalism, and Value"
Andy
"What an experience! When I saw my watch being take apart into hundreds of tiny pieces!"
Alex imd

Faq

Can I have my watch shipped to my home?2025-12-09T17:40:42+01:00

Can my watch be shipped to my home?

Yes—your watch can be shipped to your home. Many clients appreciate the convenience of receiving their timepiece directly at their doorstep, and Chronoglide can arrange secure shipment upon request. However, it’s important to understand the responsibilities and risks involved in this process.

Once your watch leaves our workshop, Chronoglide’s responsibility for the shipment ends. From that moment onward, the package is entirely at the owner’s risk. While we always package every watch with exceptional care, the realities of transport—loss, delays, or damage—cannot be fully controlled once the parcel is in the hands of the courier.

If you intend to insure the shipment, most insurance providers require a valid purchase receipt to establish the watch’s value. This can be straightforward for recently purchased watches but much more challenging for vintage or heirloom pieces, where receipts may no longer exist. Without proper documentation, obtaining adequate insurance coverage can be difficult, leaving some level of risk for the owner.

Because of these limitations, shipping a watch—especially a valuable or irreplaceable one—always carries some degree of uncertainty. We encourage owners to carefully consider these factors before choosing home delivery. If you have questions about the shipping process or want advice tailored to your watch, we’re always here to help.

Can I get an invoice of my purchase?2025-08-20T08:38:16+02:00

Yes, in your account you can go to ‘orders’ and download your invoice.

I am a complete beginner, is the Watch Restoration Course right for me?2025-08-16T23:31:29+02:00

The 5-day watch restoration course is perfectly fine for beginners and advanced watchmakers. The course is designed to each students individual level and the projects that you will be working on, will be targeted to your level. The theoretical part is therefore also designed for individual skill and knowledge levels.

Where should I stay when I visit Chronoglide?2025-08-16T23:28:20+02:00

The Chronoglide workshop is situated in the small, but beautiful, typical Dutch, town of Grootschermer. The town itself houses only one restaurant, one watchmaking store, and that’s about it. There is a parking lot right opposite the workshop.

We don’t have any arrangements with hotels and/or bed and breakfasts.

Students often find Airbnb’s in the town of Grootschermer, or its direct surroundings, which makes it easy to commute to and from the workshop, but leaves out a little action after class. Getting to Grootschermer by public transportation from Amsterdam, Alkmaar and Schiphol Airport is possible, but it will take a while as busses are not that regular in Grootschermer.

Another great option is to stay in the town of Alkmaar, a medium sized Dutch Town, with a lovely old city center and plenty of places to stay and eat. A rental car is convenient as the bus from Alkmaar to Grootschermer is not the best of options. Check with hotels on parking options.

Some students have stayed in Amsterdam. The drive is 45 minutes to an hour (without traffic). Amsterdam of course has numerous places to stay and eat.

What do I need to bring to the course I booked2025-08-17T09:53:51+02:00

You can leave all your watchmaking tools and gadgets at home. From the moment you walk into the workshop on the first day of your training, everything is inclusive. You will be given an overcoat, and you will have access to all our tools that you will need during your training.

We rather not have you bring your own tools as this will cause confusion and we have seen tools disappear from the shop.

Of course, coffee, cookies and lunch are included. If you have any dietary restrictions, please email us beforehand.

How fast does the book ship out?2025-09-01T11:41:55+02:00

Watchmaking Explained will ship out the same day if ordered before 14.00 local time Central European Time. If ordered after 14.00 it will ship the next business day.

In what language is the book Watchmaking Explained written?2025-08-16T23:09:52+02:00

Watchmaking Explained is written in English. The videos that support the book through the QR-codes are in English as well.

Can I visit your workshop and get a tour?2025-08-16T22:40:38+02:00

You are always welcome during our regular opening hours; the coffee is ready. We ask for your understanding that we are busy with our work and that visits and tours can last a maximum of 20 minutes.

Can you appraise my watch?2025-08-16T06:44:39+02:00

We do not appraise watches. We specialize in watch restoration and repair. For a quick appraisal, you can visit Chrono24.com, for example.

I am very passionate about watches and watch repair, can you advice me on parts and/or repairs I would like to carry out myself?2025-08-16T23:07:47+02:00

Unfortunately, we are unable to assist you with this. Our schedules are already filled with our own work, and furthermore, specific advice about repairs is only possible if we have the watch physically in our possession. However, you can watch our YouTube videos, which explain a lot about watch repairs.

What are the cost of fixing or restoring my watch?2025-08-16T23:08:08+02:00

Every watch has its own wear and tear pattern, and every owner has specific needs. We guarantee the quality of our repairs, and in order to provide an accurate cost estimate, we will first need to physically inspect the watch before drawing up a work and cost plan. The cost of this inspection will be deducted if you decide to have the service or repair carried out by us.

When does the next training start?2025-08-16T23:08:23+02:00

Please take a look at our website under ‘Training to see the upcoming trainings. Please click here to see our current training offerings: https://www.chronoglide.nl/training-2/

How long does a watch repair take?2025-08-16T23:08:33+02:00

Of course, this depends on the complexity of the repair. For a battery change, you can wait for the repair. For all other repairs we take the watch in, and strive to come back with a quote and timeframe for the repair within 3 business days. All repairs are finished with a 10 day period of testing, therefore the repairs will take a minimum of 3 weeks, and we strive to have all repairs fixed within 8 weeks.

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