WATCH AND CLOCKMAKERS OF AUSTRALIA
		Victorian Branch
		A.B.N 27 000 088 586
	The aim of The Watch and Clockmakers of Australia (Incorporating the Horological Guild) is to promote the unity and honest dealing of Watch and Clockmakers, and, generally, to do all things as may tend to the improvement in status and welfare and elevate the practical and general knowledge of those engaged in horology. Admittance as a qualified member to The Watch and Clockmakers of Australia is carefully controlled, so look for the membership certificate to ensure your time piece will be repaired by a FULLY QUALIFIED CRAFTSMAN. Insist on quality work by always looking for the certificate of membership of The Watch and Clockmakers of Australia. This is YOUR Guarantee that you are dealing with a fully qualified Craftsman.
	Advantages to the Public
	The Watch and Clockmakers of Australia is a means of ascertaining a quality controlled qualified trade tested service provider. This means that when using a member for your watch or clock repairs you can be assured of the highest quality of workmanship. In today's world, the Watch and Clockmaker is asked to service a wider range of timepieces than ever before. From the 16th to almost the 21st century. From the Turret Clock to miniature quartz watches. Some Watch and Clockmakers specialise in antique clocks and watches as well as modern clocks and watches, and some only work on modern timepieces. In Watch and Clockmaker history, situations did arise where an unqualified person was threatened with imprisonment if standards were not met. Today however "caveat emptor" or "buyer beware" applies. It is the responsibility of the purchaser of the service to ensure that their supplier is a member of the Watch and Clockmakers of Australia. Remember, quite often, the simplest repair can be made difficult and expensive if attempted by an unskilled, unqualified person. Look for the certificate of the Watch and Clockmakers of Australia proudly displayed by our members which is your guarantee of excellence.
	A Brief History of the Watch and Clockmakers of Australia Victorian Branch
	The Victorian Branch of the Horological Guild was established in June 1946 to raise, set and uphold the standards of Horological work in Victoria. Guilds were set up in all states around this period and eventually in 1950 they merged to become known as the Horological Guild of Australasia. The name "Horological" stems from the British Horological Institute circa 1858 and "Guild" dates to the 12th/13th century Guilds. Guild Crafts associations for journeymen, apprentices and employers were formed to set working conditions, apprenticeships, prevent unfair practices and to maintain high standards of craftsmanship. The Horological Guild is now known as The Watch and Clockmakers of Australia.
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