Watchmakers are skilled artisans who design, assemble, and repair timepieces, including wristwatches and clocks. They work with intricate mechanisms, ensuring that each component functions accurately to keep time. Watchmakers often use specialized tools and techniques to create and maintain these devices, which can range from simple quartz watches to complex mechanical ones. In addition to crafting new watches, watchmakers also restore vintage timepieces, preserving their historical value. Many watchmakers undergo formal training or apprenticeships to learn the trade, and some may specialize in specific brands or types of watches, such as luxury brands like Rolex or Patek Philippe.