Peter Roberts

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Overview

Peter Roberts Watches is a father-and-son watchmaking team based in the United Kingdom, specializing in the repair of vintage watches. The company also produces bespoke high-end timepieces including the Grand Complication 5 and Mythique models, drawing on over 40 years of experience in horology.

History

Peter Roberts, a veteran British watchmaker with 45 years in the industry, qualified as a Fellow of the British Horological Institute and has worked with brands such as IWC in Schaffhausen and Rolex in Geneva and the UK. He originally planned a career outside watchmaking but entered the field, eventually forming Peter Roberts Watches (Horological Consultants) Ltd, registered in 2012 with office in Ramsgate. Alongside his son, they developed the Grand Complication 5 and Mythique watches after a 40-year journey.

Product Lines

Product LinePositioningPrice Range
Grand Complication 5 (bespoke complication watch)High-end bespoke horology$10,000 - $50,000
Mythique (custom luxury timepiece)Bespoke vintage-inspired model$10,000 - $50,000

Manufacturing

Products are made in the United Kingdom by the father-and-son team. Manufacturing is in-house, leveraging their expertise in vintage watch repair and complications.

Notable Products

  • Grand Complication 5 - Bespoke grand complication watch developed over 40 years by the Roberts team.
  • Mythique - Custom high-end watch representing their horological heritage.

Reputation

Peter Roberts is regarded by enthusiasts as a master watchmaker due to his extensive experience with prestigious brands like Rolex and IWC, and his status as a Fellow of the British Horological Institute. The brand is noted for authentic vintage repairs and rare bespoke complications from a British independent maker. Limited visibility in broader watch media reflects its small-scale, specialized operation.

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