WATCH WEARERS .. ⏱️

[Shortstop]

Yes, this definitely off topic. I’ve been loyal to this jeweler in the South Hills for over two decades. I usually get my watch battery replaced and cleaned for $8.41 plus tax which comes up to $9.00. This time I’m told it would be $16.05 because screws need to be removed to access the battery. I was like WTF? You never had to remove the screws in the previous years?? I talked her down to $15.00 and told her I’m never coming back. I’m not a cheap guy in any manner. Don’t you all agree this is very strange? I’ve spent several thousands at this place in the past.. Owner won’t return my calls..

 

[Matty]

I can't imagine getting anything serviced and ending up with a single digit bill. Sounds like they were undercharging all these years and have given you a shitty excuse instead of admitting that they simply had to raise their rate.

Either way, it's 15 bucks man. Change your own battery next time. You can get a simple spanner tool off Amazon to open the back of the case. Battery off Amazon as well. I have a handful of cheap automatic watches, including my beloved Seiko 5. I rarely wear it since I started wearing a Garmin to track fitness/sleep.

 

[Shortstop]

I completely understand where you’re coming from. I don’t know how to change a watch battery ?? I would post a photo, but they have it..

 

[Shortstop]

I’m simply disappointed that they aren’t as honest and professional as they used to be.. It sucks how times have changed..

 

[Matty]

Yeah. I'd be miffed too. Poor customer service for sure.

 

[tullamore]

If Biden wins free watches for all.

 

[Dingo]

Did you tip?

 

[Shortstop]

Did you tip?

No. Why should I have to ??

I’ve been a loyal client for so long..

First name basis and now this ??

WTF ??

 

[Dingo]

Sarcasm!!!

 

[Shortstop]

If Biden wins free watches for all.

Haha !! 🤣 I’ve always been a fan of you..

 

[Teela]

I would imagine that screws probably always had to be removed to access the battery. I only wear my Apple Watch. I haven’t worn a watch that requires a battery in years.

 

[roguejuror]

Why does Matty wear two watches?

 

[Matty]

He doesn't- the Seiko isn't even secured on his wrist. He was just showing his favorite automatic watch.

 

[roguejuror]

I only wear my Apple Watch. I haven’t worn a watch that requires a battery in years.

Apple Watches uses battery

 

[Teela]

Apple Watches uses battery

It gets charged daily 🤷‍♀️

 

[Shortstop]

I would imagine that screws probably always had to be removed to access the battery. I only wear my Apple Watch. I haven’t worn a watch that requires a battery in years.

Right. I understand that. However, why now that they’re up charging me? The owner is avoiding me and not returning my calls.. It’s only $15, but that’s not the point.. I’ve been a loyal customer for years. Now this bullshit ??

 

[Shortstop]

It will be very awkward talking to him next time I see him. I miss my watch..

 

[Shortstop]

Probably getting it back tomorrow. Should be interesting..