Author: Usama Nisar

A watch repair toolkit on a light gray surface featuring a case opener tool, a set of screwdrivers in a holder, a case knife, and a blue wrench.

Best Tools for Removing Watch Backs: A Complete Guide

Your watch battery died again, and you’re tired of paying someone else to do a 5-minute job. Good news: with the best tools for removing watch backs, you can easily open any case at home—whether it’s a basic snap-on or a fancy Rolex. This guide shows you exactly which tools work (and which don’t), plus step-by-step instructions that anyone can follow. Stop overpaying for simple repairs and start fixing your own watches.