Our History

At BJS, craftsmanship is our legacy. Founded in 1945 by Benjamin Lewis, the “B” in BJS, our family business has grown over three generations while staying true to its original mission of combining traditional expertise with forward-thinking innovation. Today, under the guidance of his grandson, Richard Lewis, that vision continues to thrive.

In 1992, we were honoured with a Royal Warrant from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, a mark of trust and recognition for our work as Electroformers, Electroplaters, and Silversmiths. We proudly held this distinction until Her Majesty’s passing in 2022, a reflection of our unwavering commitment to quality and service.

As our reputation grew, so too did our footprint. In 1994, we moved from Central London to our purpose-built facility in Perivale, West London, enabling us to serve clients with even greater capacity, while never compromising on the detail, care, and craftsmanship that define our work.

Quality has always been at the heart of what we do. In 1995, we achieved ISO 9000 certification, and today, every process, from electroplating to electroforming is tracked and quality-controlled using advanced digital systems. Yet some things remain proudly unchanged, every piece we produce is still judged by the expert eye of a skilled craftsman before it leaves our hands.

Our continuous investment in research, development, and systems innovation has positioned BJS as Europe’s leading name in precious metal electroforming and electroplating. We are trusted by some of the world’s most exacting clients and we work hard to earn that trust every day.

In December 2024, our commitment to excellence was once again recognised when His Majesty King Charles III granted BJS his Royal Warrant for our ongoing service as Electroformers, Electroplaters, and Silversmiths.

As we look to the future, we do so with the same passion and purpose that have defined our past, bringing timeless craft into the modern age.