Why do quartz watches stop working? 90% of the time, when a quartz watch stops working, it's generally down to the timepiece requiring a simple watch battery replacement. Some of the other more common reasons why a quartz watch will stop working include the following: Dirt has become embedded within the movement.

Names like Rolex and Patek Philippe are legendary in the watch world, but there are plenty of classic brands that are slightly more affordable which will still hold value over time. Among these are Swiss brands like Maurice Lacroix, Frederique Constant, and Raymond Weil, as well as Germany's Mühle and the UK's Storm.

How do I change the battery of my watch? To change the battery of your watch, it is recommended you contact a Maurice Lacroix authorised service centre to arrange for them to undertake this task. A qualified watchmaker can open the watch case, remove the old battery and install a new battery suitable for your model.

You will typically find the model number of your Maurice Lacroix on the back of the watch case. The four-digit number is the model number and the eight-digit number is the serial number.