Watch Battery Replacements
One of the most common maintenance requirements for a watch is its battery replacement. At Brufords, we offer a range of battery replacement options, but it’s important to understand how to recognise when your watch battery needs replacing, why you should have it changed professionally, and what the process involves.
How To Recognise The Signs That Your Watch Battery Needs Replacing
Recognising the signs that the battery in your timepiece is failing can save you from both inconvenience and damage to your watch. Whilst the most obvious sign is when your watch stops working all together, erratic timekeeping (either losing or gaining time), a second hand which “jumps” a few seconds at a time, or malfunctioning features such as alarms or backlights, are all indicators that it may be time for a new battery.
Why You Should Have Your Watch Battery Changed By A Professional
Whilst it can be tempting to try and change the battery yourself, or visit your local market stall, we recommend that you having your watch battery fitted by a professional. Not only do professional watchmakers and watch technicians have the tools and experience required to carefully open your watch and replace the battery without causing damage to delicate parts, if required they can also ensure they are sealed correctly, maintaining its water resistance.
The Battery Replacement Procedure
Understanding the basic process of watch battery replacement can help you know what to expect when you bring your watch in. Following an initial inspection, the watch back is carefully is carefully separated from the case using specialised tools. This is a crucial part of the process, particularly with water-resistant watches, to prevent damage. Once the movement is visible, the old battery is removed and replaced with a new one. The next step is to reseal the case, and if applicable, the water resistance is tested. Finally, the watch is tested to ensure it is working correctly.
Our Watch Battery Replacement Services
Our entry-level watch battery fitting service is carried out by one of our fully-trained watch experts in-store at The Beacon and is priced at £9.95. For premium watches including those by Longines, Omega, Tissot & TAG Heuer, we offer a £35 service which consists of a battery replacement and dry test. This ensures the water resistance of timepieces up to 100m, and provides peace of mind that your luxury watch is well-protected.
Our “Maintenance Service” option is also ideal for those who need even more protection when it comes to their watch’s water resistance. Consisting of a battery replacement, wet-test (to check water resistance), this service also includes the replacement of all seals, front and rear gaskets, crown, and stem. As an authorised service centre for many Swiss watch brands, all parts are replaced with genuine materials which have been supplied by the official manufacturer.
Choose Brufords For Your Watch Battery Replacements
Trusted in Eastbourne since 1886, at Brufords, we are committed to offering all of our customers a first-class aftersales service.
Situated at our Cornfield Road headquarters, our state-of-the-art watch workshop opened in 2023 and is equipped with an array of cutting-edge machinery and tools. Giving us the opportunity to offer an range of watch-focused after-sales services, our workshop is home to 4 fully trained watchmakers, a watch technician and a workshop coordinator, who all take great pride in caring for your timepieces.
As an Authorised Service Centre for several luxury watch brands including Omega, TAG Heuer, Tudor and Tissot, we also have access to official, genuine parts and materials, and the tools required to carry out a variety of watch repair services.
Situated in The Beacon, our team of watch repair specialists are also on-hand to answer any questions you may have in relation to having your watch battery replaced.
For more information, visit us in-store, contact us by email to aftersales@brufords.com or by telephone on 01323 725452
