Pocketwatch 101: How to open various types of pocketwatch cases. Provided pictorial instructions on how to safely open several of the most common types of antique or vintage pocketwatch …

Oct 15, 2025 · Unlock the secrets of time with our comprehensive guide on how to open the back of a pocket watch. Discover step-by-step instructions, essential tools, and expert tips to safely …

If you have an antique pocket watch at home, or you’ve bought one recently and you want to open it correctly, you need to watch this video!

Hold the watch dial down in your hand and screw the back off like a jar lid, applying slight downward pressure with the other palm to start the rotation, if needed.

Jun 3, 2024 · Opening a pocket watch case back, especially for iconic brands like Rolex, Bulova, and Hamilton, can be a delicate task. This comprehensive guide provides expert tips and step …

To open either the front or the back, hold the frame (side) of the watch with one hand and, with a thin-bladed pocket knife in the hand, use the knife to gently pop open the bezel or back cover …

Nov 11, 2019 · Have you ever went to open the back of a pocket watch case only to have it be stuck? The easiest way to do this is by using a hot glue gun, a jar lid (smaller than your …

Oct 2, 2023 · Learn how to open the back of a pocket watch with ease and discover the secrets of this timeless accessory. Step-by-step guide and expert tips included.

In this video, professional watchmaker Grace will guide you through the no-damage method for opening various types of watch case backs—from screw-on to snap-off. I'll show you the …

Turn the watch over so that you’re looking at the back of the case. Using your knife or fingernails gently prize open the case to reveal the movement or inner cuvette.