Watch movements are designed to last for many years, but over time they can wear out or become damaged. If your watch has stopped working and you've already ruled out a flat battery, replacing the movement may be the most cost-effective solution.
Replacing a watch movement requires care and precision. We generally recommend that this work is carried out by a professional watchmaker, although experienced hobbyists may choose to undertake the repair themselves after researching the process thoroughly.
Before ordering a replacement, it's important to identify the correct movement for your watch. The easiest ways to do this are:
- Find the calibre number of your watch, or
- Check the movement currently fitted inside the watch
Option 1: Find Your Watch Calibre Number
Many watches have a calibre (or movement) number associated with them. This number identifies the movement originally fitted by the manufacturer and is often the quickest way to find a compatible replacement.
For Casio, Seiko, and Citizen, please refer to our brand-specific guides below to locate this:
Option 2: Check The Existing Movement
If the calibre number isn't engraved on the back of the watch, you will need to inspect the movement currently fitted inside the watch.
Remove the case back, and locate the movement number marked on the movement itself. You might need to remove the movement to look at the side facing down.
Not Sure Which Movement You Need?
If you're having difficulty identifying your movement, our team is happy to help. Please let us know as much information as possible we'll help identify the correct replacement movement and advise on availability where possible. The more information you can provide, the faster and more accurately we can help find a movement that suits your watch.
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