Update required! So, I had a Casio watch which needed repairing and I visited here. Initially…read moreRobert took a look at it and let me know the bad news - he couldn't fix it. He suggested sending it off to Casio to see if they could work the magic required, and warned me that the parts could be expensive if they were able to fix it. I got a call a little over a week later with an update - they couldn't fix it. Bummer! I popped in to collect it, and even though Robert had spent a lot of time helping me, and trying to fix my watch, he insisted there was no charge. Brilliant communication together with warm and friendly customer service meant that even though I was pretty upset my watch couldn't be fixed, I left with a huge smile on my face. I couldn't recommend Stevenson's any more.

Stevenson's has existed for many years on Byres Road, and although the shop fronting looks a little…read moreoutdated and tired, appearances are normally deceiving, so be prepared to find many diamonds in the rough! Not that it looks rough, or that the diamonds in the shop window are exactly hidden - this place blings from blocks away! There is a wide range of jewellery on display in the windows, from potential engagement rings to more simple and elegant designer necklaces. There are a lot of older fashioned styles available in Stevenson's if that's what you're looking for. Bear in mind, however, that they also stock an impressive range of more contemporary designs, including Pilgrim and Rennie Mack (my favourites). They also sell Hot Diamonds which make lovely gifts on special occasions such as 18th and 21st birthdays. Hot Diamonds are very subtle in deisgn, and elegant without being stuffy. On the contrary, they are very modern and unique in design, much akin to fellow big names such as Links of London. So I guess what I'm trying to say is there is something for everyone in here, and with Stevenson's stocking many different styles of jewellery, you won't be hard pushed to find something you like in here.

This is a small mall containing jewellery, and only jewellery. Host to over 30 jewellery shops, if…read moreArgyll Arcade doesn't have it, then you are to fussy and need to get a grip of your life. Pushy, obsessive girlfriends drag sweating, shifty-eyed boyfriends around here and coo in an innocent-but-underlyingly-persuasive manner at gigantic engagement rings. You can find everything in here, from traditional gold and antiques, to modern gems by contemporary designers. The walls and ceiling sparkle with the reflected light of a million facets - most people can only afford to browse. Wandering around here is an enjoyable way to spend half an hour. Deciding what you would buy if you found £10,000 or even £100,000 just lying in the street (Ha!). One end of the arcade emerges on Buchanan Street, the other on Argyll Street, so it is a nice alternative link between the two streets, especially if it is raining.

Walking through here is like walking back in time. It's bring, airy & full of beautiful jewellery…read moreshops. Upstairs (there is a lift on the Buchanan St side) there are offices & even more exclusive shops. Today the top floors were opened for an exhibition which was wonderful & they even opened up the roof so we could wander out & enjoy the panoramic views of Glasgow.

I took a decent Seiko titanium watch for them to have a look at. It wasn't a 20 grand Rolex but it…read morehad sentimental value to me and I knew the movement needed replaced. The women who looked at it was dismissive seeing that the watch had been discontinued and the couldn't do anything for me. I know that this is not the case as another watch repair shop in Glasgow fixed it for me without any problem. It was the dismissive in nature over the annoyed me more than anything else as if it wasn't good enough for her.

I cannot recommend Martins highly enough. The expertise, care and attention paid by them to my late…read morefather's watches has been extraordinary. I wouldn't go anywhere else with a quality watch or clock.

A one stop shop for all your pesty repairs, key cutting and the like. This is a tiny shop situated…read moreon Clarkston Road, closer to the Cathcart end than the Clarkston end. It's bright blue shop front makes it easy to spot and really makes an impact on this main road. The shop sign itself states very clearly what this business provides - though, does not so clearly make the business name known. For this reason, I've ingeniously named/nicknamed it Watch Repairs Etc. This is due to watch repairs being the first service listed on the sign, hence (possibly) their primary service and/or area of business. However, they also dabble in key cutting, shoe repairs and engraving. So this is an excellent all rounder of a shop. They are also, to my knowledge, not listed in any other websites or directory papers etc. Thus, they remain something of a little known secret. This is perhaps why they are usually fairly quiet (hence service is quick, efficient and to a high standard), reasonably priced and take the extra time to provide quality customer service. All of which are pleasant surprises and something of a dying bred in the retail world.

I must admit, I'd never noticed this place existed before... probably because I've not ever needed…read moreto use their services before more that it existing in some Diagon Alley of Shawlands. Anyway, the guys who work there are really friendly and have obviously been doing this most, if not all of their lives. Really quick service (30 minutes for a re-heeling) and very good price (£5.49) and friendly, skilled staff make this my go-to place from now on for all shoe and key-related requirements!

An excellent business, indeed. A small, local business which provides good quality work - and fast!…read moreYou can expect shoes to be repaired and keys to be cut within the day (usually). Although, do keep in mind that Saturdays are their busiest days and hence, some services can take longer depending on local demand. The staff are very friendly, helpful and honest about how well the repair can be expected to be. For instance, there are no false promises if you have left something for too long to repair. They also stock a wide range of shoe and key paraphernalia as well as zippo lighters and the like.

Watches of Switzerland is a very swish shop indeed, I'm not really into designer watches but I did…read moreget a nice understated Rotary watch for my 21st birthday which is very pretty and I feel happy knowing that it's such a good quality watch. I still just wear my old Hello Kitty watch though as at if i break or lose it, it's not the end of the world. My little Rotary doesn't seem to compete with the big guns in here though and they stock an extensive range of Chanel, Breitling and Rolex just to name a few. If I was into watched I know that this is the place I would go and in addition to selling watches they also offer a repairs and battery replacement service. You can also get watches engraved here so ideal if you're getting a watch to commemorate a special occasion or as a special present for someone.

Watches of Switzwerland is a large store on Princes Street which looks really up-market and…read moreexpensive, which upon entering I realised was not just about the exterior. I'm not really a watch person because I hate the thought of having to wear the same thing on my wrist every day regardless of what outfit you're wearing. Weird I know. So I was in this store purely for a nosey (me? Nosey?) and I saw some really gorgeous time peices that even I would wear on my wrist day in, day out. These watches are for the rich or for a one off, special occasion like a 21st because they really are pricey. Designer makes like Chanel are stocked which gives you an idea about the price. I absolutely love the white Chanel chunky wristwatch, but at around £3000 plus I doubt Santa will be bringing me it this year!

Their word is NOT their bond!…read more Bought an expensive watch. They promised me a service free of charge. When I then asked for it they made excuses why I should wait longer. Then they said (although I have it in writing) that the sales person had left. They do not answer my complaint. So, dont trust them,

Friendly and polite customer service, the sales associates are very knowledgeable and happy to help…read morewith any enquiries.

The only place to trust with your quality watch. Workmanship and service beyond question.read more

From the owner: We are fully qualified watchmakers with over 150 years combined experience in quality watch repair…read moreand servicing. We do watch restoration and are one of the very few who will repair a pocket watch and can restore it to a nearly new finish. Brands that we specialise in repairing watch brands such as Tag Heuer, Rolex, Omega, longines, and Cartier. We also are specialists in restoriation and servicing of all these watch brands.

If there is such a thing as a family jewellers, then this is ours…read more Like a butcher or fishmonger, you go around each one sampling their fare and stick with the one that is consistently brilliant and to your taste. Pryce's hits that spot with my family. They sell some 2nd hand stuff which is always great value and high end quality. Their window is small and old fashioned, as is the shop itself inside. I had my Grandmother's engagement ring which she left me in her Will changed to my taste, from gold to white gold and set on a wider band as a 21st birthday present. It is gorgeous and something that I'll treasure forever, made with care and consideration by the small family team of jewellers here. Also sells baby and wedding gifts, and does clock and watch repairs.

On entering the newly redesigned St. Enoch centre you will be greeted by a light and fresh little…read moreSwatch shop and the stairway to Hamleys. Sounds good so far. First introduced to Swatch on Time Square, I have to say this is a very very small shop which shows in the limited selection it has on offer. I love the the look of the shop although I never have shown interest in the watches. Since the opening of teh shop I actually got the chance to give Swatch a chance and I like it. The watches and jewellery are very different from what you will find in Argyle arcade. You may eel slightly inconspicuous in the small shop with all eyes on you but the staff are lovely and will give you a chance to look around in peace. You will get a good range of price, from moderately expensive to quite pricey, so there is something to suit all.

Small but perfectly formed - a Swatch shop has recently popped up in the St Enoch Shopping Centre…read more It's painted entirely in white which serves as a great background for all their gorgeously bright coloured watches! You'll find the shop right at the entrance to the centre by the St Enoch subway. (Opposite Folli Follie). It's usually playing some pretty loud music! Although far too small to play host to the whole Swatch range (which is huge) - this store does have quite a good range of watches AND some swatch jewellery (which is really cute). The staff are really friendly and happy to advise and let you try on the watches.