HMT
“Time Keeper of the Nation”
India's original watchmaker and a piece of national heritage — HMT produced mechanical watches in Bengaluru for five decades, beloved by generations of Indians.
Founded
1953
Origin
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Tier
Indian
Inspection
Rs 299
Services We Offer for HMT
About HMT
Hindustan Machine Tools (HMT) was founded in 1953 in Bengaluru, Karnataka — just a few kilometres from ChronoKraft's workshop — with technical collaboration from Citizen of Japan. For decades, HMT was the timekeeper of the Indian nation, producing millions of mechanical and quartz watches before the brand was wound down. Today, HMT watches are cherished heirlooms — vintage pieces often requiring specialist mechanical service. ChronoKraft takes particular pride in servicing HMT watches, honouring Bengaluru's own industrial heritage. We specialise in restoring vintage HMT mechanical calibers.
Our Expertise
HMT mechanical movements — based on Citizen caliber technology — are a specialty at ChronoKraft. As a Bengaluru-based workshop, we have deep familiarity with the full HMT caliber range and maintain a stock of vintage HMT-compatible spare parts, mainsprings, and crowns for restoration work.
Warranty
6 months warranty on all work performed
HMT Models We Service
Not listed? We service all HMT models. Contact us to confirm.
Get a Quote for Your HMT
We charge Rs 299 to collect, inspect, and diagnose your watch. After inspection, our technicians call you with the exact repair cost. You only pay for the repair if you choose to proceed.
Rs 299 covers pickup, inspection, and return
Exact repair cost confirmed before work begins
Written warranty on all completed repairs
Transit insurance of Rs 1,00,000 included
Book Your HMT Inspection
Pan-India pickup. Expert watchmakers. Written warranty on every repair.
Rs 299 inspection charge. Repair cost confirmed before work begins.