Viktor Kozlov
"Every watch has a story. My privilege is to ensure it continues."
For over four decades, Master Watchmaker Viktor Kozlov has been the trusted guardian of timepieces for Brooklyn's most discerning collectors. His journey began in the Swiss Jura—the birthplace of haute horlogerie—where he trained under masters who understood that watchmaking is as much art as science.
In 1987, Viktor brought his expertise to Brooklyn Heights, establishing Atlantic Timepiece Atelier as a sanctuary for watches deserving of exceptional care. The workshop has never advertised; clients find their way here through whispered recommendations from auction houses, dealers, and fellow collectors.
Portrait: Master Watchmaker Viktor Kozlov at his bench, 2024
45+
Years Experience
Credentials & Timeline
Swiss Apprenticeship
Began 4-year watchmaking apprenticeship in Le Locle, Switzerland under Master Watchmaker Henri Dubois
WOSTEP Certification
Earned WOSTEP (Watchmakers of Switzerland Training and Educational Program) certification with distinction
Complications Specialist
Advanced training in grand complications at Patek Philippe Geneva service center
Atlantic Timepiece Founded
Established the atelier in Brooklyn Heights, bringing Swiss expertise to New York collectors
AHCI Recognition
Invited member of the Académie Horlogère des Créateurs Indépendants (AHCI)
Master Watchmaker
Continuing to serve collectors and dealers with over 45 years of horological expertise
The workshop: Where precision meets patience
A Sanctuary for Timepieces
The atelier on Atlantic Avenue is more than a workshop—it's a sanctuary where timepieces receive the focused attention they deserve. Natural light floods the space through original 19th-century windows, illuminating workbenches equipped with the finest Swiss and German tools.
Every tool has been selected with care, from vintage staking sets restored by Viktor himself to state-of-the-art timing machines. The workshop maintains the temperature and humidity controls necessary for precision work.
No computers hum in the background, no phones ring. When you step inside, the only sound is the soft ticking of watches being tested—the heartbeat of history.
Tools of the Trade
Precision instruments selected for their reliability and craftsmanship
Loupe Collection
Swiss-made Bergeon loupes from 3x to 10x magnification for precision work
Timing Machines
Witschi Chronoscope M1 for accurate rate testing in multiple positions
Ultrasonic Cleaners
Elma ultrasonic baths for thorough component cleaning without damage
Vintage Tools
Hand-restored vintage Swiss tools for period-correct restoration work
Microscope
Leica stereo microscope for detailed inspection of micro-components
Pressure Testing
Witschi Proofmaster for water resistance testing up to 100 ATM
Collector Testimonials
"Viktor's work on my vintage Vacheron was nothing short of miraculous. The watch hadn't run in decades, and now it keeps perfect time."
Michael S.
Manhattan Collector
1952 Vacheron Constantin
"As a dealer, I refer my most difficult restoration work to Atlantic Timepiece. Their work on complications is unmatched in New York."
David Chen
Vintage Watch Dealer
Multiple Referrals
"The authentication service saved me from a costly mistake. Viktor's eye for detail is extraordinary."
Sarah L.
Estate Attorney
Collection Appraisal