Dave Berghold - The Owner

In 1990, Dave Berghold purchased Bozeman Jewelry and re-opened the store front as The Last Wind-Up on the day after Thanksgiving as the sole proprietor.

Over the years, the business has seen a number of changes, but most satisfying has been the growth and spread of The Last Wind-Up customer base. With the spread of the internet, the business has developed and maintained customers from all around the country. In fact, within 4 months of establishing an internet presence, the business has served customers from all but four states in the US. Currently, we have completed the map.

Dave Berghold became captivated by horology (the study of time and timepieces) while attending South Kent School under the tutelage of Adolph Amend Jr. (one of the earliest of NAWCC members). Over the years, Dave developed a strong sense of not only the mechanical intricacies of timepieces but also the historical significances and subtleties of watches and clocks. Now specializing in the repair and restoration of watches, Dave is capable of working on and restoring nearly any timepiece, be it from the 1600’s or a modern timepiece.

As a life member and local chapter president of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors and a member of the American Watch and Clockmakers Institute, Dave is in contact with the current historical and mechanical developments of the industry. Having apprenticed in London, England to a classically trained watchmaker, served an internship at Christie's Auction House in the Watch and Clock Department, and having always maintained a substantial library of technical references as well as auction catalogs and price guides, as well as attending watch and clock shows as often as possible, Dave has been able build a strong understanding of the industry and offer his expertise to his customers.

In 2000, the repair facility moved from the downtown Main Street to a more conducive location in the hills outside of Bozeman. The “studio” is the ideal setting for the space, peace and tranquility necessary for working on fine watches.

Lynda Livingston - Sales

Lynda Livingston joined the staff of the Last Wind-Up in 2008 as a sales associate. Working with customer relations, sales and small repairs, Lynda has been an asset to the business. With a degree in History, she is able to bring to the store her knowledge of design and history; both essential elements in the field of horology. Her ability to manage the displays and integrate new ideas for merchandising makes her an integral part of The Last Wind-Up.

Jeana Kroes - Watch Technician

Jeana Kroes has recently joined the team at The Last Wind-Up. She graduated from the Oklahoma State University's Watchmaking and Microtechnology program receiving a WOSTEP (Watchmakers of Switzerland Training and Education Program) Certification. Jeana worked for Rolex at the Technicum in Lititz Pennsylvania prior to relocating to the Bozeman area. She will be assisting David Berghold, owner of The Last Wind-Up, to become Montana's only Authorized Rolex Repair Facility. "The Last Wind-Up does repair and restoration work on pocket and wrist watches for people all over the United States. It is an honor to work alongside such knowledgeable and skillful people who are passionate about their work and the services they provide.