Typical Engraving Timeline
Most Hampden custom engravings are completed in about two weeks from start to finish. Here’s what that process looks like:
Design Consultation — Once you place your order, your complimentary Design Concierge session is scheduled (or completed via email).
Digital Proof Creation (3–5 Business Days) — After your design consultation, our team prepares a detailed digital preview for your review and approval.
Production & Engraving (10 Business Days) — Once you approve your design, engraving begins in our Chicago workshop. Every caseback is individually engraved, inspected, and finished by hand.
Shipping & Delivery — You’ll receive tracking updates as soon as your watch leaves our workshop.
⏱️ Estimated Total Timeline: 13–15 business days from design to shipment.
Projects That May Take Longer
Some designs require a bit of extra time. Please allow for additional days if your engraving includes:
Highly detailed artwork or illustrations
Multi-element layouts or logo compositions
Extended correspondence or multiple proof revisions
Your Design Concierge will always share an updated estimate if your project is more complex.
Rush Requests
Need your watch by a specific date (like a wedding or anniversary)? Let us know via email or chat.
While we can’t guarantee expedited engraving on all projects, we’ll do our best to accommodate special timing whenever possible.
Where Engraving Happens
All engravings are completed in our Chicago workshop, ensuring precision, quality, and authenticity.
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