My Seiko's battery finally ran out after 6 yrs+ (never changed b4) a few days ago. Should I go to a normal watch shop to change batt or go to the official service centre Thong Sia ?

The last time I went to these regular watch shops to change batt they didn't seal the watch properly and water got in. But that was a Guess brand watch la. I really dun want anything to happen to my precious Seiko.

current Seiko is a screw type back cover. the Guess I can't remember.

Coz I was thinking that if I bring it to Thong Sia and if they screw up my watch, there will some kind of compensation. im just assuming.

btw how much does these kind of batts cost ? not exactly maybe a price range.

Got the battery changed today at a regular watch shop. Was told that my watch's rubber seal is worn out but still ok...he applied some kind of "sealant" around the seal. HE advised me to avoid swimming taking a bath with my watch.

I'll probably go to Thong Sia to change the rubber seal soon. Anyone know how much would replacing a rubber seal cost ?

I think u r spot on ! coz when i put on the watch there was some silicon-like residue.