Un-casing the Grande Classique.

The Grande Classique range from Longines has been in production for many years, and it's a very rare week that I don't get at least a few of them in for a battery change. Sometimes, though, a battery isn't going to make it go, and that is where things start to get a bit more interesting. Normally, it is a straight forward matter to extract a watch movement for service, but the Grande Classique's unique, tapered case presents a somewhat more interesting challenge.

Watch the video to see how I tackle this job.... and kids, don't try this at home. Done wrong, this will result in a shattered sapphire glass... and major expense to replace it.

Again, this is shot in HD, so it is probably best to click the "watch on Youtube" button to get the most out of it.

Blair.