Fossil Watch [Big Tic] Battery Change and Brief History
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- Will my 30-year-old FOSSIL watch work? It’s the first watch I bought and is still in my collection today. It’s a sentimental piece despite its monetary value being very little. Today we’ll talk about the history of FOSSIL and change the batteries to see if the watch will work. Is FOSSIL a watch that can withstand the test of time? Is it worth your hard-earned money? We’ll find out today on Avg. Joe Watch Reviews.
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Amazing! I just replaced the three (3!) batteries on my JR8115 - Fossil Big Tic Fire Red Flame Silver Mens Watch and it works great and looks great after a full inside-out cleaning!
Such a cool piece! Glad it's still ticking . . . BIG!
I still remember seeing it and how it made me feel. I still have the Fossil tin as well.
Cool retro piece. I think Fossil are one of the few fashion brands that kinda get a pass amongst collectors mainly I think because they're not ridiculously overpriced & you hear a lot of stories of people having had them for many years. & they also seem to be a bit of a gateway into collecting.
Personally I don't mind the brand.
I’m with you. They’re not a bad brand despite being a *cough *cough … fashion brand. 😂
@@AvgJoeWatchReviewsoh babe ❤❤❤
Quick and to the point. Cool watch and futuristic looking. Held up well even stylistically.
😉👍
Cool piece AJ. I’ve reviewed (but not owned) two fossil watches. I found them to be ok watches esp for around the 100-125 dollar range. The last one I reviewed my pal Timmie paid 185 dollars for it, a cool chronograph watch with a rotating bezel that looked great but not quite worth the 180-185 dollars that he paid for it. At end of the day it was a nice looking watch (not fashion style at all) and he was very happy with it, and for the right price I would have bought it as well just not what he paid.
I agree that they have some overpriced prices indeed. I think we can say that about most brands actually. There’s always that line we are scratching our head and saying really? Then we buy the more affordable watch in the lineup. 😂
I have an automatic fossil watch I got in the 1990’s. It is really great -it’s a skeleton watch in the front with a metal back. It’s all gunmetal black- not grey, and reminds me of a propeller plane straight on. It’s second hand dial works but the hands don’t move. I brought it to an actual Fossil store, hoping they could repair it. They said fossil wouldn’t touch it if anyone else tried to service it, and they didn’t have a tool to open the back. Googling tells me to either tighten the screws or blow compressed air in and around the inner workings. I’m frustrated that I can’t fix it myself. But I may try to use the air on it and check if I have any loose screws on it. I might not have any screwdrivers small enough. Btw I got a Big Tic when they first ran out, which was stolen by housekeepers at a hotel as well as some other choice items. But I loved it at the time!
A buddy of mine recently sent me a wrist shot of his new Super Sea Wolf GMT so I read up on Zodiac. Bro my jaw dropped when I saw they were owned by Fossil...I found that really surprising! Great video Joe! See you next time ⏲ 😃
I did as well! Couldn’t believe it. Always thought they were a micro brand.
Very cool Joe. I have 1-2 Fosils tucked away which I've not used in years. You have motivated me to dig them out and see if I can fire them up...
How awesome! Send me some photos if you can. Would love to see it.
@@AvgJoeWatchReviews Absolutely Joe 👍
Nice to see a picture of you from your teenage days! 😄
Your emoji is pretty much my wife’s reaction when she saw that photo. I was the anorexic version of Mr. T. 😂
I’m wearing a blue tic now 😂😂😂
Same watch one of my first watches in the early 90's but unfortunately the movement for the analogue hands has stopped working, digital seconds still work, anyone know if the movement can be replaced?
Love the video..
Personally I would buy the same watch on eBay and either use that watch OR if the watch is sentimental, swap the movement. That would be cheaper than buying a new movement. For instance this watch I featured today, I’ve seen it as low as 10.00! A movement would be at least 30.00 IF I could even find one. Thanks for watching and welcome to the channel. Hope that helps.
Thanks for that Joe.... will try that as would like to get it back working..
An unusual piece to have in the collection...
@@niallmurray1549 my pleasure. Good luck 👍
Mine did that. There are two batteries. One for the analogue hands, the other for the digital display. Have you tried replacing the batteries?
@@Flint_Westwood indeed I have.. new battery works for a few minutes and watch stops again....
It's surprisingly cool and a unique design,
I have a same sort of watch but then I needed a big battery called cr1220, and the other small one was on the second place , but it did not fit. so I put another battery on it and a small bandage. so now the watch works again. I forgot to look at the serial number. it is the fossil with the leather band. I remember I could change the way the numbers, and I had light behind it. but not how to make that. but I am happy I have the watch working again. what battery did you use as the last?
i repelace the batteries. and it is still ticking. :)
whats the case diameter on these watches?
My kids found my old fossils and are wearing them
How awesome is that!?
What's your Email ?
I can't find it .
In the description section bud: AvgJoeWatchReviews@yahoo.com
@@AvgJoeWatchReviews Thanks buddy I'll get with you soon 👊
Much thanks to you. I had a Fossil with no battery and had no idea what size it needed. You showed a picture of a AG4 battery as a replacement on your video; I tried it and it fit my watch perfectly. Bless you!
So... a fossil of a Fossil is still a Fossil. Right? 🤔
🥁 bada da! 😂
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Notice my dinosaur fossil in the thumbnail? We’re on the same page my friend.
Awesome you have kept that piece for so long man! I know some watch guys look down on fashion watches and brands but all the fossil watches I’ve owned held up really well over time. Definitely a cool retro piece! 😎🍻👍
Couldn’t agree more. Thanks bud.
I hace a big tic that was also my first watch. Unfkrtunately the movement doesnt work properly anymore. And they no longer make the componets to fix them
I have the same watch
It still works great 👍
Loved that vintage pic of you as a teen! Blast from the past!
I was as thin as you back then 😂
@@AvgJoeWatchReviews 😅
I was so hyped that I finally found a video for this until 3:33 when I noticed it was already unscrewed and moved to the side. I'm having a hell of a time trying to loosen that little screw so that I can move that piece over to then put a new battery in. It just won't turn for me and I feel like I'm gonna slip one of these times with the small flat head screwdriver and mess something up. Please help if possible.
See I thought there was something wrong with my watch because i didnt know there was 2 batteries. I just changed the one big ass one and noticed that the digital seconds worked fine but the hands weren't moving. Had no clue the Big Tic has 2 batteries. 1 huge one and then underneath that is the small one and that fn small screw is giving me all sorts of trouble. I can just about Flippin scream. I hope you reply back man I'd really appreciate it. Also great video
Thank you. 🙏 Without seeing the issue you’re having, I can only speculate. First, I would change the size of the screw driver. You’ll be amazed how a size up or down can make a difference gripping a screw. If that doesn’t work, you can take WD 40 and put a drop on a Q-Tip and attempt to get a little under the screw. Hope this helps.
That looks pretty cool. Totally 90's. Cool that it's still holding up so well. Thanks Joe!
Totally 9o’s retro! Thanks buddy.
So 90s
Yes sir! Always looked futuristic to me even to this day. I felt like the design was ahead of its time but not like earth shattering or Gerald Genta status 😂
Cool to see it being brought back to life and good the throw back to the best era. Growing up in the nineties as a kid was awesome.
It’s amazing how well it’s held up being a very affordable watch that costed around 40.00
Hi Joe. Just for info: Zodiac is not a Microbrand at all. It was founded in 1882 in Switzerland. One of my - old time - favorites is the Zodiac "Sea Wolf" a diver from the 50ties ,60ties and 70ties. I like that you still own this watch. Many things that I bought in the past simply got lost over the time with all those moves to other places and cities. Regarding longevity I can say: I´m just wearing my old father´s 1969, Bulova Accutron Deep Sea 666 and after a service + new batterie it is now running strong and keeps time just like it was new...............I love it !
Thanks for knowledge my friend. As I mention, I always though Zodiac was until I did my research for this video. But you added some knowledge I didn’t know. Thank you!
Hi, Joe! I've always been a huge watch fan and was digging through an old jewelry case when I came across my Big Tic. I've worn it on and off the entire time, however today I noticed a large sliver glob on one side of the screen. I wonder if this is a failure of the glue holding down the the LCD component or if it will clear up with a battery change? Previously, it's always just displayed the fully black screen. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks :) (PS - My original Movado Museum was in the same box! Even the band is still supple. Oh, the 90s!)
Hello Tanya! Thanks for watching. My advice would be to find one on eBay as it would be much cheaper to replace it than getting it fixed. Sounds like the LCD screen is toast and no parts for this watch would be available through Fossil. Nice find with the Movado as well! Sorry I don’t have better news.
@@AvgJoeWatchReviews I figured as much, but appreciate the confirmation. It's confused almost every shop that's ever serviced it.
Gosh I didn't even realise it was some 30 years old. The interesting thing is that I recently had the batteries changed after a having it stored for years in my drawer because the batteries were dead. Now it runs again but the digital numbers change every minute instead of every second, like they used to do. What I don't like is that it doesn't run simultaneously with the big (minute) hand. Any thoughts on this, Joe?
That’s because it is, essentially two different watches in one. You could keep the tweezers over the 2 points and attempt to reset as the analog hands changes but that would be a difficult task. Not impossible but difficult.
Yep. I have a Fossil Big Tic that I've had for about 30 years. I recently replaced both batteries but unlike yours, mine has a larger battery and a smaller one mounted in the movement one on top of the other.
I used to wear mine constantly for years so regrettably it's pretty scratched up - particularly the crystal.
Still wear it though as it's a unique piece I've had for so long.
Great video 👍
Thanks AJ, just found thrifted one of the blue face bigtic fossils for $10 and it needed a new battery and i’m no watch expert so this really really helped :)
I have a Fossil Big Tic Skeleton model JR8764 wrist watch, it doesn't have any texture on the back to take the battery cover off, looking for that information
Had the same watch as a teen. Recently found it and curious if I could bring it back to life again. Thanks!
i bought it second hand and i love the watch. i also have another one. the other brand i love is tommy hilfiger. and the swatch automatic watches.
i have fossil jr8312 .. who want to buy this one i think its 27yrs old now . im looking for watchrepairing shop here in the philippines but im worry how it cost
I have a solid blue face with the time in the background that has a lit backdrop probably 2005ish I'm going to try tomorrow.
I actually have two automatic fossil watches, one of them is 7 years old the glass glass is scratch up but it still works amazing.
I have a big tik watch but it looks different than yours and the insides are more confusing. I need 3 batteries for mine and I gave up 😂
I collect Fossil watches they are quality, good stainless steel that can be mirror polished and the work for a long time.👍👍
Thank you! I just brought mine back to life with your video! 😊
I CHANGED THE BATTERY ONE THIS TYPE OF WATCH SECONDS TICK ON DIGITAL BUT HANDS DONT MOVE ANY IDEAS ONLY ONE BATTERY THOUGH.
I’ve had mine since 02 and just brang it back to life!
Just bought my first watch it’s a big tic can’t wait to get it in the mail!
cant start my jr8092 any help
I thought The big tik came out in 1999 hahahha
I have this same watch, also got it around the same time (early 90's). We are around the same age it would seem. I also opened it up and replaced the batteries about a year ago and it still worked. It did however stop at some point as its not running anymore but it could have been bad batteries.
Mine however isn't in the same condition as yours, mostly the crystal is badly scratched and the case too, which isn't stainless steel by the way.
I enjoyed watching this.
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Back in the 90's I seem to only remember Fossil, Swatch, Timex, Casio and Guess. Swatch Guards seem to trigger a memory.
Memories!!! Simpler times too.
Nice info man. I have a big tic fossil too, what you think about the fossil dancing robot? I can't search it anywhere.
I remember that one. It’s a fun piece. Have you tried eBay?
Fashion watches have their place. Besides, that circuitry looks pretty tidy.
Couldn’t agree more! Thanks for tuna’in!
That's cool it still works, especially since it has sentimental value.
Thanks bud. Couldn’t agree more.
A nice piece of AJ history right there.👍👍
Thanks bud.
My first "real watch" was a WB branded fossil that I got on clearance at the WB store in the mall. It says "by fossil" on the caseback. I still have it and other Fossil watches. I had a big tic in high school that had the flame background. Pretty sure I bought it at PACSUN in mall.
It's crazy to think of when you first bought that watch and the times you can remember wearing it at certain events. Even who was alive and what was happening at that time in your life.