How To Open A Screw Down Watch Back WITHOUT The Right Tools

[@zosothezephead837]

This case back had CLEARLY been prepared for the purpose of this video. I'd like to see him try using a ball with a very tight case back and see how far he gets.

[@davpaz]

He said in the video how tight the back was originally.

[@bestdriv3r]

I recently just managed to get my case back open with the proper tools and nearly broke my fingers doing it from how tight it was. This guy's a jokester with that rubber ball.

[@zosothezephead837]

@@davpaz So he wasn't really giving the true solution.

[@eftabacco2193]

I think it's possible because I did it with a boxing glove

[@TY.HDLife]

The ball actually worked for me🤷🏾‍♂️

[@Kittypinkyy]

Thanks!-the scissors worked.I first put the watch into a thin latex glove to protect it from scratches. :)

[@tonyneilson1652]

Thank you. I've finally been able to to remove the back. I wore thick leather gloves and finally had to resort to using a pair of vice grips on the needle nose pliers to exert the torque necessary to loosen the back. It had been secured by a watchsmith ; a very strong one! Finding one these days is like looking for super 8 tapes.

[@neilshastri1184]

Took inspiration from the first part of the video to open the back of the watch. Instead of the stress ball, used one of the 3M picture hanging tapes (the adhesive end). Worked like a charm, and no scratches.

[@razanimations4081]

I have those with me, what did you attach those to? Or which ends of the watch?

[@GasGotti]

If you’re talking about the mounting tape…. That’s purely genius man. I’m going to try that.

[@neilshastri1184]

@@GasGotti Think they are called 'Command' or some such. One side sticky, other side velcro.

[@GasGotti]

@@neilshastri1184 thanks so much for the info. Appreciate you

[@SteS]

Thanks man! I had some 2mm rubber with a 3m tape. Came off so easy.

[@Sim.7492]

Never would have thought of a rubber ball! Best idea, works a treat! Thanks so much

[@daniyalkhantareen7574]

i found the rubber ball method ridiculous at first but it actually worked 😄 cheers man

[@barrymoyer2202]

The next video must be How To Remove Scratches from Your Watch Back.

[@gracemarzan6198]

Hahaha

[@robertriggs3181]

Barry

[@radekwypadek]

Made my day! Brilliant comment :)

[@Beautifulmusiclistnr]

Great comment Barry! I will definitely watch the Remove Scratches video! I'll need it!

[@lollipopyummy1389]

Barry Moyer easy

[@barelywoke7114]

No scissors so I tried hedge clippers. Now I have no hand and watch keeps falling off?!?

[@festihead]

ah well no arm done then fpmsl

[@Vishnu-cp4se]

Haha so funny beast joke Shahs who did this

[@WilliamBryanTucker]

Put it on the other arm! Problem solved.

[@roygarwood9311]

alan ash 😆😆😆😆😆😆

[@Beautifulmusiclistnr]

Alan Ash, that's funny stuff! Thank you for sharing with us!

[@COREYTOWNS]

I happen to have a little stress ball right next to me when I watched this, and it worked! Thanks bro

[@davidv1219]

Well I owe YOU an apology - I thought this was dumb as hell... but it actually worked! I used the rubber ball, and previously NOTHING worked. I even soaked the watch overnight in liquid wrench (for removing old/tight/rusted parts), and still nothing. Rubber ball? Well, I had to really crank on it, but it actually came right off. Kudos. So yeah, before I put a negative review or a thumbs down, I'll at least TRY it, and lo and behold, it worked fantastic. KUDOS TO YOU!

[@katieohalloran108]

This was PERFECT!!! I totally used my dog's Kong to get my watch open just now and swapped the battery with ease. Thank you!!

[@dustyrose7871]

Thank you! Now I know which way watches needed to be opened. But I have a tip..Put a cloth underneath the scissors to prevent your watch from getting scratched! I did it and it worked just fine!

[@ItsReuben2You9685]

I really cannot believe it. I have been sitting up here with 3 watches that have been dead for at least a year because I could not figure out how to get the backs off of them to change the battery. I don't know why I never found this video before, but I happened upon it just now. I was mad skeptical at first. Yeah I saw that you were able to do it, but I doubted whether I could get the same results. Nevertheless, I found me a pair a scissors and tried it on one of my watches and low and behold, the scissors trick worked. It was tricky because I used the tips of a large pair of scissors to open my watch and my grip kept slippin. But on the third try I managed to get it off without making any major scratches. I am quite pleased. Thanks a bunch for posting this video. At this time I am trying to save money any way I can so I am grateful that this video helped saved me some. Thanks. :D

[@dbrunette3042]

I used a tennis ball and duck tape, and it wurked. Your rubber ball gave me the idea tho, so i subbed. Thanx buddy.

[@mikeelia4426]

I used the scissors method and it work perfectly. You da man!!!!!!!

[@WaldoBG0784]

The rubber ball method worked surprisingly easily. Brilliant!

[@rick00770]

Thanks,I got a pulsar couldn't figure out. Now I know. Subscribed.

[@shalompatole5710]

give this guy some award.

[@emusaurus]

Liked because of the thumbnail. Stayed for the video. Thanks for the advice

[@JeffSG71]

In a pinch the scissors worked!!! Thank you!!! 1 litttle scratch on the back, but no biggie!!

[@mauricewilson8525]

Just tried the rubber ball method and , surprisingly, it worked !!

[@Sir-Kay]

The scissors worked like charm. Thanks buddy.

[@seekingpeaceofself]

Any hammer-type tool will work to open Fossil watches, 2 lb sledge is best.

[@miskatonic6210]

Benjamin Maddox Just remember to buy some spare parts in form of a new Fossil.

[@mihalis1010]

@@miskatonic6210 Just remember to buy spare parts in the form of a watch that isn't horseshit like Fossil.

[@tarinhooks5266]

Honestly cause i need to change my fossil battie & my ftiebd does it normaly been not availible...really that much harder...

[@danielhristov6175]

Lmao xddd

[@drewa7606]

Throwing them off a building rooftop works as well

[@Jesse-FenixRizin]

Thank you so much for this content. The scissors is the one that worked for my Invicta watch. Saved me some money.👍🏻

[@dodotwenty1501]

Not stupid....the scissor thing worked like a charm....Thank You!

[@グレープフルーツ-w5c]

DUDE! The scissors trick worked GREAT! THANK YOU!

[@kimberlyclark4559]

Scissors work perfectly. Thank you 😊

[@KProffy]

I tried the scissors method. I lost three fingers but it was worth it-my watch finally works! Thanks!

[@mjcaza9981]

OMG so happy I fell on you, I have a Swiss watch that I haven't worn in years not wanting to go to a jewlers, CAUSE of you I was able to do ot on my own. Thxs🙋😊

[@nowthatsfunny1]

Couldn't figure out how in the world to open my watch. Watched your video today and used scissors and it worked great. Thank you very much!

[@waalteer]

Thank you bro! Scissors worked better than the needle nose pliers :D

[@saimon_pap]

You are a pure genius, i used the rubber ball with my watch and it works! Thank you so much!!!

[@maxsabbath]

Ball method worked perfectly

[@nadsp2665]

Thank you for this! I was just able to open mine with pliers and have something to add: cover the plate with masking tape first to avoid scratches. Works like a charm. Also, placing it facedown on a non-slip mat (like a silicone kitchen trivet or silicone baking mat) makes it easier. Unfortunately, my watch is still broken but at least I didn't waste any money on a tool to open it :)

[@elia.8993]

The best tutorial to open a circular watch! thank you!!!

[@paigecamp1522]

Shut up! Thank u so much for your video. It is awesome and helped me save tons of money. I changed 8 watch batteries. You rock!

[@miskatonic6210]

Paige Camp Tons of money? *lol*

[@terriefuehrer8294]

OMG thank you so much. I have tried with the right tools and could not get it to come off. I also tried needle nose pliers and couldn't get that to work for me. The kids scissors worked GREAT!!! Thank you Thank you

[@Roiikka]

Thanks! The scissor method worked on my Invicta watch! I had to hair dryer some water out lol Best! Upvoteddd

[@mayasajadifar4552]

The scissors actually worked! Thank you :-)

[@ronniewb8752]

Human ingenuity at its best.

[@HelpfulDIY]

Us humans do it best!

[@PawaW05K]

Thank you for the scissors method easy no scratches saved me 25 quid for a battery change cheers ! 😁

[@mabinio]

Thanks for this video. Managed to open my watch with the needle tip plier. My plier initially also didn't open sufficiently, but then did with some more force. I think also the plier in your video can be opened more with some force. It has by far not reached its mechanical end stop. This wide opening is not needed in typical use, but you can fully open it with some more force. This is what I observe with many of my pliers. Hope this helps, as you can cut yourself easily with sharp scissors, and also may damage your scissors. 👍

[@yammyking22]

It was obviously already loose. That wouldn't work usually because the backs are screwed on pretty tight

[@bazthehandyman]

Exactly

[@Sim.7492]

Nope, rubber ball works! Got mine open really easy!

[@pavoljuraj7020]

Not with a rubber ball, but with pliers it works...it's really hard to get the right grip, but it works.

[@cadaverdogblix7448]

This Wouldn't work on most diver watches, particularly those with five meter plus water resistance, takes a special tool, they're very tight to keep water out ,and should be done by a professional or you could void your warranty if any

[@RS-dc7wy]

Rubber ball worked on my dive watch!

[@Georgie2047]

Brilliant and very well done video. I was able to replace the battery in my 10 year old Lorus. Thank you.

[@venjiunchee7443]

The scissors method works for me! Thanks man!

[@danrystv500]

It so effective. Thanks for this Video the Second of Option to use Scissors i applied. Thanks for this Creativity or Life Hacks . Less Money, Less Hustle.

[@patndonjichivelachivela5584]

I just subscribed because your tools worked thanks, my son was so excited he said Daddy the pair of scissors is opening it 😙

[@sugarnick]

Thankyou for the tip.Just opened my pulsar screwback with the rubber ball method.

[@smay1281]

Thank you. Finally got mine unscrewed with pliers.

[@observer8736]

Our watches have too many scratches despite the fact that the watch master changes the batteries. I like the rubber ball trick😁 Thank you for sharing your wisdom with us🙏

[@whoviankst348]

Thank you! I’ve spent 30 mins trying opening this dang watch.

[@mikerlinedor]

You saved my watch! Many thanks! Scissors were effective!👍🏾

[@balwinderkumar7271]

Thanks, managed to open the back cover, was going to buy tool but your video helped

[@hectorvillanueva8807]

Thanks for this, the scissors-trick worked!

[@IWantMyCountryBack2]

Hot damn!! The scissors worked! Used a latex glove to protect the metal. Thank you!

[@flyonawall6521]

Very nice....scissors worked for me! Thanks!

[@dim.griv.5046]

ευχαριστώ. Ξέχασα την περίπτωση με το ψαλίδι. Συγχαρητήρια. Γρίβας Δημήτριος.

[@fredv3269]

Excellent. Thank you. The needle nose pliers worked PERFECTLY without a scratch.

[@heiginio]

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[@josephpowelliii9169]

Brilliant idea with the rubber ball...many thanks for the tips!

[@BelowZero]

Genius! This trick saved me $50....thanks man!

[@Mr_Tecumseh]

I cant believe I did not watch this until now. I will never pay to have a watch replaced again on a watch, ever, unless maybe its a rolex, but otherwise I'm doing it from now on. Thanks for the video.

[@charlielaw1995]

The needle-nosed pliers did the trick for me. Just be careful not to let them slip and scratch the back of your watch. I looked at using some dull-pointed scissors, but they seemed more likely to scratch the back. In my case, the nubby ends of the needle-nose pliers fit the notches on my watch nearly perfectly. I wouldn't have used this method on an expensive or heirloom watch, of course.

[@PlatanOsO]

thank you very much, it helped a lot , good vid, and straight to the point.

[@zachary4225]

Scissors helped me out. No scratches neither. Thanks

[@fckinnonstick9919]

Be honest. Whos been here fascinated about the rubber ball technique :)

[@ericgood422]

Real watchmakers use a rubber ball too, only instead of a cheap yellow rubber cricket ball it’s designed to be gripper so you don’t have to press as much and can get it tighter

[@dividido3723]

Scissors did the trick! Thanks.

[@Biblicalgiants]

My watch guy tightened my vintage omega's caseback so tight I can't loosen it. Good upload!

[@trachparty9975]

Thanks for video.Regards from Serbia.

[@DarekGreenly]

Rubber ball DEFINITELY WORKED! Thank you! :D

[@HelpfulDIY]

Anytime! The rubber ball works without the chance of causing any damage!

[@lancebaker1374]

Rubber ball failed like I expected!!!

[@jakeb8298]

Where can i get this rubber ball from?

[@muhammedafsal9469]

Scissors method is useful so thankyou😮

[@NollaigsVideos]

The rubber ball worked great, thanks!

[@dyamimc]

The rubber ball did it on the first try!!! Genius

[@OzzSabbath]

Learn something new everyday. I would take a plastic prying tool with a very small end on in it and stick it in one of the notches. Then lightly tap the plastic tool with a hammer to unscrew the back.

[@n3fariousinc]

Great video. I’ve had my Nixon watch for over 15 years and never been able to take the back off myself despite many failed attempts. I used the scissors technique and in a few tries I got it to loosen.. and close to snipping my fingers a couple times in process so be careful if trying!

[@heiginio]

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[@wheelsdetroit8608]

The rubber ball method worked on my fossil watch. Thanks for the advice.

[@amusicalheart7]

Cool! Thanks. Why people gave a thumbs down is beyond me. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@skateboarder85205]

The pliers worked great. I was able to switch out the batteries on both of my Swiss Legend Neptune watches. Thanks!

[@zosothezephead837]

I guess you're a Sinn fan too 😉

[@THE-KING19]

Thank you for your help your scissor idea helped me.

[@sopsopjuly]

I am wonder using scissors, here I am opened my watch with scissors method😂. Thankyou sir! God bless

[@vichill8133]

Used the scissor method while watching.............perfect.

[@YhaHomeLoans]

Seriously this’s gold Thank you

[@carlosarenas6948]

I used a suction cup from an iFixit kit. It didn't apply any suction because of the shape of the watch, but applying pressure and rotating worked.

[@Giovanni-ud7ub]

thank you so much, the scissors worked! but be careful not to scratch the back of the watch

[@damshley]

when i first saw that picture on the vid i thought it was one of those joke videos like the one where you open a locked car door with a tennis ball LOL. but i happened to have a rubber ball and did it ever work so easily!!!!! thank you so much! great video!

[@greatcaledonianpenicillin5378]

Thank you, I used a set of tweezers to open twist open the watch back. The key is to Apple enough downward pressure when twisting.

[@azizadil709]

Thanks so much for this! I thought I was doing it wrong but just as a tip need to apply quite a bit of force initially to get it moving. All the oher videos showing a watch wrench asif people just have that lying about at home XD

[@drkayotu]

Brilliant - the scissors worked like a charm! Thanks you

[@HelpfulDIY]

Awesome! It's a neat little trick!

[@nacholibre1962]

The scissor method worked great on mine. Thanks very much! I knew I woulnd't be able to get out and get a new batter amidst this coronavirus bollocks, so this video helped me a LOT.

[@binitvaghela3398]

Thank you very much brother ❤ it's very useful knowledge

[@CarloUSMC]

I used the kids scissors to loosen the back of my Seiko. So easy. Thanks for the suggestion

[@halmorse6592]

Needle nosed pliers work best if the case is on tight [Jewelers Secret] Oh and Semper Fi...

[@oneseventytwoscale]

Fantastic, used the needle-nose pliers, worked a treat (y)

[@tjroe3094]

Scissors worked for me, thanks

[@jusromi2455]

Can I say the scissor work perfectly 😁😁

[@jayoliver2562]

Thanks a lot for the tutorial. I used the scisor's method and it worked awesomely.Thanks again

[@paulclay4293]

Cheers, molegrips worked like a dream...just need to order the right battery now!

[@legendary1479]

Thank you I got mine open with the Scissors❤,

[@melissacarey4429]

Thanks for the help!!! Worked great and saved $40

[@Rampant_Colt]

dude, thanks! The pliers worked well on my Casio diver's watch without scratching up the back

[@andrebruneau6510]

I bought a case wrench just for this and I could not get one of my watches opened. It was totally stuck. Then I tried the scissors with a lot of pressure and it worked!

[@festihead]

awesome mate thanks for this, just been quoted £65 to replace my divex battery. Just ordered the battery in spot on!

[@ezebp2968]

The scissors worked great! My grandfather's watch was stuck fast and it broke my heart not to get it working again. Thank you!