The most common reason a quartz watch stops is a dead battery. Other causes are a crown left pulled out, moisture inside, a damaged movement, or loose hands catching each other. Check the crown first. If the watch still doesn't run, get the battery and movement checked at a watch repair shop.
7 common causes
- Dead battery: the number one cause for quartz watches.
- Crown pulled out: in the time-setting position the watch stops. Push it fully in.
- Moisture or water inside: you may see fog under the glass. Get it checked quickly.
- Loose or bent hands catching each other.
- Magnetism: phones, speakers and magnetic clasps can affect some watches.
- A knock or fall that damaged the movement.
- Automatic watch not worn enough: it may simply need winding or wearing.
What you can check at home
Push the crown fully in. For an automatic watch, wind it gently or wear it for a day. Look for fog or water drops under the glass. If you see moisture, don't wait. Bring the watch to a repair shop as soon as possible.
When to visit a watch repair shop
If the watch still doesn't run after these checks, it needs a professional look. At Jay Santoshi Watch in Chandkheda we check it in front of you and tell you whether it needs a battery, a repair or a new movement, and what it costs, before doing any work.