About Us – The Watch Pocket

Our History

The Watch Pocket Jewelers is located in the Woodmoor Shopping Center in Silver Spring, MD, conveniently situated near the intersection of University Blvd. and Colesville Rd. in the area known as “Four Corners”. You can find us in the easy access to parking in the shopping center, down the breezeway across from a barbershop.

The Watch Pocket Jewelers is a family owned and operated business founded in 1970 by John Stohlman and handed down to his son, Matthew, the current owner. The two generations of Stohlmans have been delighted to take care of the community’s watch, clock and jewelry needs for so many years.

Known for beautiful products, honest service, and a welcoming atmosphere, The Watch Pocket Jewelers has earned the reputation as the area’s most trusted jeweler.

About the Owner Matthew Stohlman

Matt was born and raised in Montgomery County and is very happy to carry on the family business.

The Watch Pocket was established by John F. Stohlman Sr., in March of 1970, Matthew’s father, and located at the front of the Woodmoor Shopping Center in the “Four Corners” area of Silver Spring. The original site was a small, only 119 square foot storefront that is now part of the Chipotle restaurant.

John graduated from St. Peter’s Horology School of Watchmaking in Washington, D.C. in the mid-1950’s. Matt began working with his father in 1981. He learned everything about clocks and watches, goldsmithing, and jewelry design, while working under his father.

He loves working in the family business and credits his father for all that he learned, about business and life. In 1992, Matt’s Dad moved to Southern Maryland and opened a second jewelry store, so Matt ran the Silver Spring location independently, in consultation with his father. In 1999, Matt moved to the back of the Woodmoor Shopping Center, where it is currently located.

Matt specializes in watches and clocks and “works on anything that goes tick-tock!”

Customer Reviews

I stopped in here to get my grandfather’s 50 year old pocket watch working again. I was in-and-out after 10 minutes. The staff is very knowledgeable and answered all my questions with ease. This is my go-to store for all things related to clocks/pocket watches. I highly recommend this family run store. The father and son team know what they are doing

I dropped off an old Waltham 1877 that wasn't running. I was pleasantly surprised when repairs were made quickly for a GREAT price. Added bonus it's more accurate than I expected and I use it daily. The watchmaker spent time with me checking other watches and explained what was needed and the possible cost to help me prioritize my future repairs. I will utilize this business for all my watch and clock repairs. Great group!

I dropped in unannounced with a simple fix. The strap pin on my trusty Seiko literally disintegrated and I needed a replacement. I am not exaggerating in saying that I didn't even have time to start browsing their watch selection before they handed it back to me! Again, I understand it was a simple fix but that was ridiculously fast and you'd be surprised at how other watch repair shops move like a sloth. Thanks guys!