How Much Will It Cost and How Long Will It Take?
Standard battery and reseal with pressure testing and a 12-month guarantee. All watch battery replacements can be done same day within an hour in London. No appointment needed.
RWR is now the only UK company which offers premium battery reseal service and mini services.
Premium Battery Reseal:
Includes everything in a standard battery and reseal but this comes with a new premium watch battery which lasts up to 60% longer and is 100% leak proof. Additionally, a complimentary ultrasonic cleaning of the watch bracelet, for the purpose of removing all dirt trapped between the links. Instead of the usual 12 month guarantee, it will come with a 24 month guarantee.
Mini Service:
Includes everything in our Premium package.
We will also re-oil the internal mechanism which will delay service intervals and give the watch a light polish (stainless steel only) to remove majority of scratches. Before and after photos are available.
Full Service and Overhaul:
Quartz
Maintenance Advice
Usually when quartz watches stop ticking, the first port of call is to replace the battery. But when you own a luxury watch like the Kate Spade pictured below, you can’t just take it to your local market. As there is a very high possibility that they are inexperienced with dealing with luxury Watches. Water resistant watches need resealing and pressure testing when opened. This is to maintain water resistance. When opening any watch, all protective seals are broke. Which will allow dirt, dust and moisture to enter the watch. When these contaminants enter the watch, it will create major damage to the internal mechanism, resulting in an expensive Kate Spade Watch Servicing bill. Therefore, by getting the Kate Spade watch battery replacement professionally, it will delay the service intervals.
Battery acid is the number one cause of Quartz watches requiring a service. There is many reason why the battery could leak. Despite having a top quality Swiss batteries fitted, the battery will still leak once it has died. Even cheap quality batteries will leak whilst it still has battery life. This is why is always important to use professionals whom use the best materials to provide quality watch repairs. Rather than trying to find the "cheapest" option, which will save money in your pocket today, but can cost you more further down the line. After-all, we live in a world where you pay for what you get. We now offer a Premium watch battery option. These batteries are 100% leak proof, so once the watch battery is dead, it will never leak into your watch. Click here to find out more about our new premium watch batteries.
Watch polishing
Wearing the same watch frequently does come with the usual complications through wear and tear. This is light scratches and dirt which gets trapped between the links. When wearing the watch regularly, dead skin cells, sweat and other containments can build up especially between the links. Dirt between the links can end up corroding the pins which can make the bracelet weaker. Ultrasonic cleaning of the bracelet does remove all dirt trapped between the links which does prevent this. It also brings back the shine to the watch.
Watch Cleaning
Watch bracelets end up getting scratched with time. Especially on the clasp. As this is the main point of the watch bracelet which will get the most surface scratches. Watches that have two tones, shine and a matt finish, when scratched ruins the look. You wouldn't be able to decipher the difference between the finishes. A full watch polishing will bring the watch back to looking like new again. With majority of scratches being removed and bring the two different tones back to life again.
The Range Of Kate Spade Watch Repairs
Kate Spade Standard Battery and Reseal
Top quality Swiss made batteries that come with a 12 month guarantee. These batteries tend to last around 3 years on average. The watch will be resealed to maintain water resistance.
Kate Spade Premium Battery and Reseal
New premium Swiss made watch batteries which come with a 24 month guarantee. The premium watch batteries last 60% longer than the standard batteries and are 100% leak proof. Customers that opt in for the premium battery option get a complimentary ultrasonic cleaning of the watch.
Kate Spade Mini Service
Re-oiling of the internal mechanism which will help delay service intervals. A new premium Swiss made battery fitted. Customers who opt in for a mini service will get a complimentary polishing of the watch. This will remove majority of scratches on the bracelet and bring the watch back to its original condition.
Kate Spade Watch Servicing
Quartz Watch Servicing
When quartz watches need servicing, apart from age, the leading cause tends to be battery acid. This is can be by using cheap quality batteries or from leaving dead batteries in the watch. Resulting in the watch no longer responding with a new battery. When servicing Quartz watches, usually it is faster and more cost effective to replace the internal mechanism with a brand new one.
Kate Spade Pressure Test
Pressure testing watches is to ensure the watch is water resistant. As there is many reason why moisture can get into the watch. It can be due to old and broken gaskets around the crown, glass or case back. Or if the crown or glass is it poor condition.
Watch owners who frequently swim with their watches are advised to have regular pressure tests. As if moisture does get into the watch it can cause £100's even £1000's of damages.
Kate Spade Watch Cleaning
Watches are exposed to dirt on a daily basis. Dirt mainly gets trapped between the links and the clasp. It is advised to have the watch regularly cleaned as it will help maintain the life of the watch bracelet. As the dirt can and will corrode the pins which hold the bracelet together. Our ultrasonic watch cleaner removes all dirt and brings back the shine to the watch.
Kate Spade Watch Polishing
Watch scratches can make any luxury watch look old and tired. A full watch polishing will bring any watch back to life. Our highly skilled watchmakers with years of hand and machine polishing experience, can remove majority of scratches and leave any watch looking like new.
Kate Spade Watch Bracelet Repair
As the saying goes, you are only as strong as your weakest link. This also applies to watch bracelets. There is many different types of pins and spring bars that keep your pride possession safe on your wrist. These metal pins can and will get weaker with age. However, regularly changing them will be beneficial. As you would tackle the problem before its to late.
Kate Spade Watch Strap Replacement
We have a wide range of watch straps available to purchase. If we don't have what you are looking for in store we can order in exactly what you are after. Whether you are after the original branded watch strap, genuine crocodile leather watch straps, or vegan leather imitation watch straps we can supply and fit it.
Kate Spade Glass Replacement
Watch glasses will crack or get scratches over time. Replacing watch glasses is necessary if it there is a crack. As this will allow moisture and other contamination into the watch. In most cases, there would be shards of glass on the watch dial. If it is left, it can get into the mechanism resulting in the watch needing a full service.
Why choose RWR for your Kate Spade watch repair?
We know that your watch isn't just an instrument to tell you time. After all, we all have mobile phones on our person which tells us time accurately. Your watch is a precious time piece which reflects you as a person. for example, it could be a status of wealth or even a priceless gift from a loved one. Therefore every watch can tell its own personal story which no amount of money can replace.
We have highly skilled technicians and watchmakers so your watch will be in the safest of hands. So whether you require a basic repair such as a bracelet adjustment or a battery replacement, or a technical repair such as a full restoration. RWR is here to handle all your basic and complicated watch repair needs. By using Ross Watch Repairs we can ensure you will receive the following:
High Quality watch parts
We only buy and use the best quality parts available. All our batteries are Swiss made which are the best money can buy. We always aim to use original watch parts. When these may not be available (if the part is discontinued) we will use high quality compatible replacements.
High quality tools and equipment
By using industry leading tools and equipment, we know our repairs will always be to the highest standard.
Fast turnaround times
Majority of Kate Spade watch repairs can be done same day within an hour.
Guarantees on our workmanship
All work comes with a guarantee. This can be either 12 month or a generous 24 months.
Knowledgeable staff
With constant training our staff are always up to date with the watch repair industry. There is always a senior member of staff with at least 10 years experience present on all branches.
Kate Spade Watch Repairs near me?
Trying to find a local Kate Spade watch repair specialist can be difficult. However, anyone in the UK can now use our professional watch repair service. This is by utilising our fast and efficient postal watch repair service.
All you need to do is obtain an estimate from us via email, WhatsApp or telephone. Securely parcel your watch, include all contact details along with what watch repair service you require, visit your local post office and send the watch directly to our workshop. Its that easy!