What should you do if your watch crystal breaks?

　　Nowadays, watch crystals are usually made of sapphire crystal. If you accidentally drop your watch, the crystal may shatter or crack. What should you do if your watch crystal breaks? Take a look at these maintenance tips provided by Xiao Ya.

　　Many situations in daily life can lead to damage to a watch crystal, ranging from scratches and cracks to chipped edges or complete breakage. While minor scratches or cracks may be manageable, chipped edges or complete shattering require the crystal to be replaced. Severe damage compromises the watch's seal, thereby affecting its water resistance. In terms of material, vintage plastic crystals do not shatter, whereas mineral crystals—and especially the currently popular sapphire crystals—are more prone to shattering.

　　How to handle a broken watch crystal

　　If a watch is accidentally scratched by something like a key or develops a small crack, it can be used temporarily. However, for a precision timepiece, the water and dust resistance will be reduced, and we recommend visiting a professional watchmaker for a replacement as soon as possible. For minor scuffs or light scratches on the crystal, you can apply a drop or two of water followed by a small amount of toothpaste, then buff with a cotton ball to remove the marks and restore the crystal's appearance.

　　In the event of severe damage such as shattering, chipped edges, or complete breakage where debris covers the dial, you must take the following measures immediately:

　　1, the first step is to stop the watch. Pull out the crown to halt the movement. Pulling out the crown stops the watch, preventing the hands from dragging glass shards across the dial and calendar disc.

　　2, do not attempt to adjust the hands or quick-set the date, and do not try to remove the broken glass from the dial yourself.

　　3, when taking the watch to a repair shop, place it flat (preferably with the crystal facing downwards) in a box, and avoid any violent vibrations or shaking during transport.

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