Watch Crystal Replacement in the United Kingdom
19 listed shops
Crystal Replacement means fitting a new watch glass after a crack, chip or deep scratch. Watch crystals are acrylic, mineral glass or sapphire, and the type affects both the price and how well the new one resists scratches.
A crack is worth fixing quickly: once the crystal is damaged, dust and moisture can reach the dial and the movement. Common sizes may be available straight away, but a crystal for a specific model sometimes has to be ordered, so the watch may need to stay with the shop.
A new crystal also needs a proper seal. If your watch is water resistant, ask whether it will be pressure tested after the Crystal Replacement so you know it is sealed again.
Watch Repair Clinic Ltd
London
Unit 384, Grays Antique Market, 58 Davies St, London W1K 5LP, UK
Watch Surgery
London
K1014, Westfield Shopping Centre Ariel Way London W12 7GB GB, Ariel Way, London W12 7SL, UK
AMJ Watch Repair
London
Unit 1, Arundel House, 43 Kirby St, London EC1N 8TE, UK
Tic Toc Man Watch & Clock Repairs and Service Centre
London
59-61 Hatton Garden, London EC1N 8LS, UK
Jewellery Watch Repairs and Restoration London
London
Unit 2, 1-2 Kirby St, London EC1N 8TS, UK
Watch Care Centre
London
Unit G-105, Alfies Antique Market, Church St, London NW8 8DT, UK
WTC Watch Repairers
London
1 White Bear Yard, London EC1R 5AA, UK
Watch Battery Replacement & Repair
London
37 Blandford St, London W1U 7HB, UK
Watch Surgery Bond Street
London
13D, Lower Ground Floor Westone Shopping Centre Bond Street Tube Station, London W1C 2JS, UK
Time Specialist
London
71-73 Broadway Market Inside Broadway Market Tooting Broadway, London SW17 0RJ, UK
Watch Surgery Stratford
London
Westfield stratford city, 2 Montfichet Rd, London E20 1EJ, UK
Apple Watch iPad MacBook Repairs
London
23 Whitechapel Rd, London E1 1DU, UK
Dynamis Watch Service Piccadilly
London
Underground Station, Unit 9 Piccadilly Circus, London W1J 9HS, UK
Atoz Watch and Jewellery Repair
Glasgow
2 McNeill Pl, Blantyre, Glasgow G72 9FE, UK
Tevendale & Co
Glasgow
12 Renfield St, Glasgow G2 5AL, UK
Jon the Watch
London
10, Wimbledon Art Studios, Riverside Yard, Riverside Rd, London SW17 0BB, UK
Adams Watch Specialist
Aberdeen
122A Union St, Aberdeen AB10 1JJ
A. J. Vine
Belfast
19 Holywood Rd, Belfast BT4 3BA
East Ham Fashion Watches
London
29 Wakefield St, London E6 1NG
Crystal Replacement by city
What to expect
What to expect from a watch crystal replacement
- Crystal type
- Watch crystals are acrylic, mineral glass or sapphire; the type affects the price and how well it resists scratches.
- Parts may need ordering
- Common sizes may be in stock, but a crystal for a specific model sometimes has to be ordered, so the watch may need to stay with the shop.
- Resealing the case
- A new crystal needs a proper seal; if the watch is water resistant, ask whether it is pressure tested afterwards.
- Act quickly on cracks
- A cracked crystal can let in dust and moisture that damage the dial and movement, so it is worth replacing soon.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Crystal Replacement take?
If a crystal of the right size and type is in stock, Crystal Replacement can be fairly quick. A model-specific crystal often has to be ordered, so the watch may stay with the shop for longer.
What affects the cost of Crystal Replacement?
The crystal material is the main factor, with sapphire usually costing more than mineral glass or acrylic. Shaped or branded crystals and a pressure test after fitting also add to the price.
Is Crystal Replacement urgent for a cracked watch glass?
Yes. A cracked crystal can let in dust and moisture, which can damage the dial and movement, so Crystal Replacement is best done soon rather than later.
Should a watchmaker pressure test my watch after Crystal Replacement?
If the watch is water resistant, it should be. Fitting a new crystal involves the seal around it, and a pressure test confirms the case is closed properly.
Where can I get Crystal Replacement near you?
Pick your city on this page to see independent workshops that list Crystal Replacement, and ask when you contact them whether the crystal for your model is in stock.