I need to have watch batteries replaced in two watches. In the past, I had taken them to a guy at a mall Kiosk but the "new" batteries only last 2 or 3 months. Any suggestions?

there used to be a watch shop in herndon -- but i had the same problem with the "new" battery lasting a couple months.

also, anytime someone opens the case, your fancy new "waterproof" watch isn't anymore.

your needs may differ but between these problems, and the problem of stealing parts out of a nice watch, i just wear $30 timex's until they die and then get a new one. otherwise you're out $20 for a battery + the risks mentioned above.

There is a shady little corridor near the lower level restrooms at Fair Oaks mall where a little Asian family runs a watch/jewelry repair shop out of what was probably a 10x25' storage closet. No joke. Check it out if you can find it.

Curmudgeon Wrote:
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> i just wear $30 timex's until they die and
> then get a new one. otherwise you're out $20 for
> a battery + the risks mentioned above.

Me too, only I replace the battery when they go dead. Most watch batteries are available at drug stores for under 5 bucks and it takes about 2 minutes to replace. (a single edge razor blade pops the back plate off very nicely)

About waterproofness, never had a problem. There's usually an o-ring on the back plate. I just make sure it goes back in right. Then again, I don't shower or go swimming with the fucking thing on my wrist.

If you know your specific battery size / number, buy it and take it to the person and ask them to use your better lithium battery. Most likely, they'll just use an underperforming battery that will not last long.

The same for car remote controls. For years, I'd have the dealer replace our batteries when going in for service (under warranty). It seemed like they would only last one year. I would even bring in my own "trusty" batteries and ask for those to be used instead. Same thing. However, when the car warranty ran out, I figured out how to program my remotes myself (a bit of an odd procedure for older Mazdas). Go figure. Once I started to replace the batteries on my own with my own selected battery, I would get about 3 years of life on a battery swap.

Radio shack has them all.

http://www.radioshack.com/family/index.jsp?categoryId=2818336

Closed Sun and Mon's -- you can't beat these guys. $10 battery replacement while you wait. alabasterwatchandclock.com

Buy a watch kit on amazon and batteries too. They are super cheap there compared to a jewelry store.

Go to Batteries Plus in Fairfax. $8.99 for watch battery replacement. they don't due high end watches (over 2oo) but they always last for me. Besides I always find something else I need while in there.

I just replaced my battery myself. It was not difficult.

At Herndon Clock & Watch, 715 Pine Street, Herndon VA 703-709-0234; I get my watches batteries replaced there, as well as the straps when they wear out.

There is a shady little corridor near the lower level restrooms at Fair Oaks mall where a little Asian family runs a watch/jewelry repair shop out of what was probably a 10x25' storage closet. No joke. Check it out if you can find it.


I've taken watches there. It's down near the Macy's at the end of the mall. Very pleased with their service. You can sit and wait or go shopping and come back.