Movement Service & Overhaul
Complete disassembly, cleaning, and lubrication of Swiss and Japanese movements.
Watch Repair Form
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Download Printable Repair Form (PDF)What's included
Every Battery Service, Done Properly.
Genuine Cell Replacement
Swiss-grade silver-oxide cells matched to your calibre, fitted under magnification.
Full Pressure Test
Dry and wet testing to your watch's rated depth confirms the seal before it leaves the bench.
New Gaskets & Seals
Case-back and crown gaskets inspected and replaced as needed, then freshly lubricated.
Function Check
Date, chronograph, and end-of-life indicators verified so nothing surprises you later.
How it works
A Careful Battery Service, Start to Finish.
01
Bring It In
Walk in or send it insured. No appointment needed for battery work.
02
Open & Inspect
The case is opened under magnification and the movement and seals assessed.
03
Replace & Seal
Fresh cell and gaskets fitted, then the case is closed to factory torque.
04
Pressure Test
Water resistance confirmed and the reading noted before it's handed back.
Why it matters
A New Battery Breaks the Seal. We Put It Back.
Opening a case exposes the movement to air, dust, and moisture. Most jewelers snap the back on and hand it over. Without a fresh gasket and a pressure test, a watch rated for the pool can fail at the sink.
That's why pressure testing is standard here, never an upsell. You leave knowing exactly how water-resistant your watch is today, not how it was rated years ago.
- Dry and wet testing on every water-resistant watch
- Documented reading you can keep on file
- Backed by our service guarantee
Pricing
Battery Replacement Pricing, Quoted up Front.
The rates below apply to battery replacement service. Your calibre and water-resistance rating determine the appropriate battery service, and you'll always approve it before we begin.
Battery Replacement Service
Service Detail
From
Standard battery replacement
Quartz, two/three-hand
Quoted before work begins
$35
Battery + full pressure test
Dive & water-resistant watches
Quoted before work begins
$65
Chronograph / multi-function battery replacement
For watches requiring multiple cells or modules
Quoted before work begins
$55
Battery-service gasket & seal replacement
Added during battery service when seals are worn
Quoted before work begins
$45
Rolex, Cartier, and other screw-down cases may carry a battery-service premium for specialist seals. Quoted before work begins.
Questions
Good to Know Before You Come In.
Do I need an appointment?+
No. Battery and pressure testing are walk-in services. After inspecting the watch, the watchmaker will explain the appropriate service and any needed testing.
Why does a pressure test cost extra?+
The test itself uses specialist equipment and a full cycle of dry and wet measurement. A plain battery swap on a non-water-resistant dress watch doesn't require it, so we don't charge for what your watch doesn't need.
Can you service Rolex and other luxury quartz?+
Yes. Our watchmakers are WOSTEP certified and hold brand authorizations. Screw-down and specialist cases are opened with the correct tooling and resealed to factory specification.
What if my watch still won't run?+
If a fresh cell doesn't bring it back, the movement likely needs service. We'll diagnose it on the spot and credit the battery toward a full overhaul if you choose to proceed.
More in the workshop
Related Services.
Crystal Replacement
Sapphire, mineral, and acrylic crystal replacement for all watch brands.
Water Resistance Testing
Standalone pressure testing and gasket replacement to restore your rating.
No appointment necessary
Bring Your Watch in Today.
A certified watchmaker will fit a fresh cell and pressure-test your watch. The work needed is confirmed before service begins.
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