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How do I change the battery in the subject watch?  It takes a  364 battery but I can't open the back to change it.  Is there something I need to know?

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Hello Jack,

I know I am in clock and watches but I only work on clocks.  Not sure if your watch has a screw on back or a very small tab to pry open but usually has one of the two.  If it is a screw type it is best to use a piece of rubber or thin foam to turn it to the left.  Look for a very thin rubber washer that will have to be replaced.  

If it is a snap back it might have a tiny lip on the outer part of the back and if not looking under a magnifier see if there is a slight slot between the back and the case.

Hope one of these work.

Also it it has a Rolex style screw off back with 3 notches on the outer part of the back it will need to be opened with a Rolex tool as it is a screw on also.

Good luck and do no harm.
Harold

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Harold Williamson

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Clock Repair or clock restoration. Antique American, 400 day, cuckoo, European, Authorized Howard Miller and Ridgeway service center. Also do case restorations in keeping with the age of the clock. I make house calls up to about 150 miles from Mebane,NC for tall clocks and special situations.

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21 years as a clockmaker in central NC. Authorized Howard Miller and Ridgeway service center.

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NAWCC

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self taught, experience, mentored by a certified clocksmith. Have taken many clock repair courses since opening my shop to keep current with the industry.

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