I wasted my time coming over here. I wanted to fix my g shock but apparently it was too much work for him. Please don't come here for any service. read more

Garo's Watch Repairs - Watches Near Me - Downey, California

Mr. Garo is amazing and very welcoming person. I called to get a quote for battery replacement he stated I had to come in for a quote so I did. I was charged 20 for a battery replacement for my Gucci watch! Super fast service great price and great customer service!! read more

Please do yourself a favor and take your business elsewhere. The owner is rude, condescending, and a liar. He sells "new watches" that haven't been made since the early 2000s. When you tell him that these watches can't be new, he becomes aggressive and yells. There is nothing wrong with selling used items but be honest about it. You can't trust him or his products. read more

READ THIS before ever going there. I am not one to usually write a review but I genuinely think people need to see this before ever going to this shop, and I apologize this is a long one but will be informative. To start, I called the shop to ask if they sold Seiko watches and Garo answers the phone and just says "No" in an extremely rude tone and hangs up on me. So ok, I try to give him the benefit of the doubt and just go in person and see what they have. I walk into the store and he does not greet me or acknowledge me at all. (And he did in fact have many Seiko watches.) After about 15 minutes of browsing I finally just walk up and ask if he had a specific model I was looking for and he just says "No" again in a very rude tone and walks away. So I spot something that catches my eye and I ask him if I can see it. He hands me the watch without saying anything and I simply ask him "Is this new or pre-owned?" because it did not have any tag attached to it. He then grabs the watch off the table and raises his voice at me saying "Does it look like I sell pre-owned watches here?! I only sell new!" At this point I should have left but the watch looked interesting to me so I went ahead with the purchase. Being that I took his word about it being new I expected him to have the original box and packaging so I asked him if he had the original box for it and he goes and grabs a seiko box and puts it in there and I leave. Once I get home I am feeling weird about the whole interaction so I take it out of the box to inspect it and realize it has small wear marks and scratches around the case of the watch and a scratch on the crystal that I did not notice until I brought it home. Out of curiosity I decide to do some research about the watch and see what model it is so I look at the label on the box to find the model number and look it up. The model that came up was something completely different so that confirms the packaging is wrong. I then look at the case back to find the serial number and see that the serial number is missing. I then start doing more research online to see if I can find the model online. It tells me the watch is a Seiko 5 produced between the years of 1996-2006 and the movement serial number confirms this. It also shows me a ton of listings of people selling these used under vintage 90s watches. So at that point I can absolutely confirm that the watch is not new and is at least 20 years old if not 30 years old. The next morning I decide to go get a refund because I am feeling lied to and I am not happy with the scratches on the watch. I walk in this time with my wife and say hi and ask politely if I could refund the watch. He AGAIN starts yelling at me and saying that he does not do refunds and will not be giving me my money back. Normally I understand no refund policies and those are perfectly fine if the person just has buyers remorse they can't just simply return the item, however this was a complete misrepresentation of what he sold me and he still refused to return my money. So I keep politely trying to explain that the watch was misrepresented as new and has to be a minimum of 20 years old and has scratches all over and he continues to yell at me saying he will not give me my money back. THIS is where he really made me upset. After a few minutes of trying to reason with him as he's yelling at me, my wife tries to speak to ask him to please just refund the watch and he then yells at her very aggressively "YOU DON'T SPEAK! I AM SPEAKING TO HIM!" and he continues to yell at me. At this point I am furious that he spoke to my wife that way and I tell him, that he can yell at me all that he wants but that I will not stand for him yelling or speaking to my wife that way. He continued yelling at us both saying he wasn't going to return my money and that we could keep talking but he was not going listen to us. At this point we just excused ourselves knowing this was going nowhere, so I did not get my refund for this 20 year old or older watch and I am now stuck with it and feel lied to and tricked. read more

Needed a new watch band so I decided to give Garo's a try. Garo did not disappoint! He had a great section of bands, the pricing was fair, he installed the band and had me on my way in less than ten minutes. Thank you Garo!! read more

We had a disappointing experience here. We asked a genuine question about whether they sell used and new watches and the owner responded with a snarky, condescending comment "What does it look like to you?" The tone throughout the interaction remained unwelcoming, even while my husband continued the conversation. Customer service is very important to me, especially when making a big purchase. We'd prefer to take our business somewhere where we feel welcomed. read more

*** BEWARE BATTERY REPLACEMENT *** Called to get a price on battery replacement on two Movado watches. I was told to come in that prices start at $8. I came to the store, person in front of me also needed a battery replacement. His cost $15. When it was my turn, I showed him my watches and I heard $15. He completed both battery replacements in less than 5 minutes. He then proceeds to tell me it's $50. I was in shock. I used to pay $6 to $8 4 years ago. He said it's because it's a Movado watch and they charge up to $60. The place I regularly go to wasn't open yet and I'm going out of town. $25 for a battery replacement is ridiculous. BEWARE! When I left I called Mr. Jewelry in Montebello. Cost for Movado battery replacement is $10.95. I wear an Apple Watch regularly. It's clear I was charged based on the brand of watch and not the service provided. read more

Garo's Watch Repairs - Watches Near Me - Downey, California

An amazing experience with Garo! He was a warm & welcoming man, I came to get my watched fitted to my wrist. I was in & out in 5 mins & was charged $15. Thank you garo! He let know know he had 60 years of experience & set the time on my watch, very happy with this experience! read more

I've been a loyal customer of this watch repair shop for the past 15 years. Whenever I need a battery replaced or a watch sized for a new one, I've always found them to be incredibly fast and helpful. read more

I just came for a new watch band, and realized that my watch also needed a new battery. The older man behind the counter was very kind, and the price was reasonable for both the watch band and the battery. The place was clean, immaculate really. And the jewelry looked really attractive. He had good quality jewelry at affordable prices. read more

Very expensive just to replace a watch battery , $25 , I called this other place they charge only $12

My dad used to come to this place back when it was located inside the Pico Rivera Indoor Swap Meet. I remember coming with him as a little girl. Now I'm the one coming to get my watches resized and batteries changed. Even though it has moved location, it's still very nostalgic to me. I'm always greeted with a friendly smile. read more

Great little shop. Fast and friendly.. Had my battery in stock. I was in and out under 10 mins. Plus they got some cool watches too. read more

I came in to have the batteries changed in a number of nice watches and I asked what the general pricing was and I was told roughly $8 and up depending on the watch. After the batteries were replaced I was then told that the price was roughly $25 per watch X five. I have no problem paying for quality service; however $25 for a watch battery is rather ridiculous and I should have been advised of the total in advance in light of the ridiculous rate. read more

Fair pricin', quality craftsmanship, been goin' there for yearz!!! Good Man!!!Willin' ta go that extra mile, for a customer!!!

I don't know why I haven't reviews this place years ago. They always answer the phone, they are always extremely friendly, I can always find parking and the owner knows everything about watches, even ones he doesn't carry in his store. It's very clean and he is open till 6pm I believe. Very rare to find a Reasonably priced watch repair shop. I hope he stays around a very long time. read more

I went in for a minor fix on a loose piece and it all was done in under 10 minutes. Thank you for your business Garo! :) read more

Garo's Watch Repairs - Women's Tissot watch - Watches Near Me - Downey, California

Lousy business hours. I checked on line for the hours. Called multiple times, no answer. Go there and there is a sign stating closed for from 1 to 3pm (so irritating). Go back home and call at 3pm. FINALLY the old guy answers. I clearly stated do you change batteries for "fitbit". Instead of saying no, he said, " depends on the size. Bring it in and let me see". I waste more TIME and GAS to bring it in. I give him the watch and he says I don't change fitbit batteries. He made me even angrier when he said, "You don't need a new battery, just charge it". So stuip. I had to explain to him that the unit had stopped charging. It eventually dies like a car battery. He then tells me to contact fitbit. Even if I had a watch that he could fix, I WILL NEVER GO BACK. He is so irritating. read more

Didn't seem to care about my needs and was being rude to me. Either misogynist, sexiest or racist to the LGBTQ+ community I offered to explain and pay for his time. And he continued to say I don't need your money. I wanted him to check if he could open the watch tell me more and put a new battery in and pay for for all of it and he still continued to say he couldn't hear me and use his hearing aid as away to dismiss me. Don't support this business read more

My usual go to local watch shop has very limited hours so I thought I would try this place out. I had recently purchased a new watch and needed a couple of links taken out to fit my wrist. I went right when it opened and was greeted by a friendly senior gentleman. I told him what I wanted done and he quickly went to work and had it done in a couple of minutes. Very skilled and knowledgeable shop keeper, and he also has a very large selection of men's and women's watches for sale. I think I will make this my new watch place. If you need a new watch, battery replaced, or need a repair to a watch, come check out this shop. read more

Great fast watch expert. Reasonable price. I will definitely recommend to everyone who needs their watch fix.

Found a watch that I had not worn for years, and it needed an extra metal link to be added. There were a few watch repair shops close to my home but I decided to take the watch to this repair shop since it's a few minutes away from my job. I took my watch today and was greeted by Garo with a smile and a welcoming attitude. He was working on another watch but stopped what he was doing and added the extra metal link to my watch. He was polite, professional, and friendly. I have another watch that needs a new battery so I will definitely be returning to this watch repair shop. Very happy with my experience read more

solid repair shop. simple repairs are done while you wait. Garo is owner and usually on site.

great place great work highly recommend... Amazing work and he will replace batteries on the spot. read more

They sized my Movado watch in less than 15 minutes! $30.00 but probably because it's a Movado? Good service. My only complaint would be that the men sitting behind the counter we're not wearing masks at all. read more

Garo's Watch Repairs - Watches Near Me - Downey, California

I took eight watches here got them back two days later all are working great love the family owned business I will be taking more watches there in the near future. read more

$15 for a watch a watch battery on an old casio . . . Ouch. Very polite old man, but very pricey. read more

Garo's Watch Repairs - Watches Near Me - Downey, California

Went in to get a new band on my g shock he had original in stock and I was in and out in 5 minutes or less would def recommend quick and professional read more

Garo's Watch Repairs - New band - Watches Near Me - Downey, California

Very friendly. My hubby had two watches adjusted. He had them ready within the hour. Definitely will return when I need something on my watch fixed. read more

Excellent service and Garo is welcoming and knowledgeable. A true professional watch master. Thank you Garo

Dropped off my citizen eco drive for a band lock pin replacement on 12/20/20, kid tells me it's going to be around $5/10, but the guy who does the repairs would get back to me(never heard back from him) come by a few days later-closed, called 2 times leaving vm-no response. Finally just went in today today 1/16/21. Gave them my ticket they say $25 I was like whoa wait why that much you said $5/$10 then the old man starts it's custom pin and we had to make the lock pin which from the look on his face was totally BS, i asked why didn't he call Me first to get approval prior that why I can make a decision or be prepared to pay that much. I tell him that I've been coming for years and it's alway been $5/10 he's then began to get irate and raised his voice. We go back and forth and on the end he charges me $15. As I inspect his work the pin was sticking out and point that out which he doesn't like he again tells me "what do you want" throwing his hands in the air, I tell him hey you should take care of your clients and I point out he's closed when I came by, not returning voice messages and how long he's had the the watch from 12/20/20-1/16/21, and if me not coming back he would had it longer. He began to tell me things I could not understand and I take my watch and tell him I'm never coming back, as I walk away he babbles and I hear him to me to my back "f&ck off"", I turned around and ask him what he said the kid tells me something else I just walk out! Been a client to this guy for over 30years and all the time he been a haggler which I don't mind but to to tell me to "F" off and keeping my watch that long, poor work and lack of customer service don't recommend him and let me know the cost before hand-from $5-$25 that's a 250% mark up geez! What a rip off, Be aware! Don't recommend him to anyone read more

Came by for the first time. I found them on google. The owner Garo was very pleasant. He helped me right away and got new battery on existing watch and fitted a new watch. Took no more than 10min. Will definitely come back and recommend as well. read more

Yelped watch battery places on a Sunday afternoon after I had a little time to spare as weekends are the only time I can get some errands done. Just started wearing watches again a month ago. I had two from 3-4 years back that died, and I never bothered to get new batteries or get a new watch. Happened to be in Commerce, and Garo's was #2 on the list. Sometimes the business hours on here are not accurate, so I made a call first. #1 was voicemail, and #2 answered to my surprise! The old man that picked up was very nice, he said he'll be there until 3pm (it was about 12:20). Confirmed the address, and he was still trying to give me directions. Anyway, the place wasn't hard to find. I got there, and here is this old man greeting me. I asked how much for new batteries. Quote was $15 for both. One of the watches was brand new with plastic film still on, so he let me try and basically eyeballed the size as too big. The quote was $8 to resize, and I said okay. Everything was done in 5 minutes or less. Hot dog, that was fast! Didn't even have a chance to look at any of the watches on display, and he had quite a bit. Prior to coming here, ashamed to say I didn't even do any research on what a battery replacement would cost. But Garo's very warm demeanor and humility just felt right, like he could be trusted and wasn't pulling my leg. He was not pushy at all, very patient. The man seems very passionate about his trade. As soon as I got home, I looked up watch repairs, and most of the online data range between $5- $15 per. I think I did good at $7.50 a piece. If I bought a new battery and tried to do it myself, it would end up in pieces, and I'd be a miserable old lady. Thank goodness for rare people like Garo. read more

Garo's Watch Repairs - Saw these Disney and Pooh watches on the way out. I wouldn't mind having one of them. - Watches Near Me - Downey, California

Came in here on a Sunday and was able to get two watch batteries replaced in under 10 minutes for less than $30 with taxes. Accepts ATM AND Garo is super friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Has a wide variety of watches for sale and they seemed to be very reasonably priced. Will completely recommend and send other people to him read more

I have been here numerous times, the service is amazing. Very good selection, would highly recommend

Great service! Came here on a saturday and the owner help me with replacing the battery and band of my watch. He is very pleasant and helpful. Definitey coming back read more

Let me start by saying I e been going to this idiot since he's been in Pico Rivera swap meet I had him put a new battery's my watch it only lasted 4 months at $ 25.00 bucks ! I told him it should have lasted more than 4 months he put in another battery and gave watch to me and said 20.00 dollars WTF ! I told home battery should last more than 4 months, he started to raise his voice with customers in his store and what do you want me to do ! I said absolutely nothing than I said it's a shame you install old batteries in customers watches what a joke when I asked to see my old battery he wouldn't show it to me he puts month & year on his batteries but would not show me. This guys a joke and rips people off customers beware of this clown !!!!!! read more

I wanted to have my great grandfathers pocket watch repaired. It has not worked that I knew of in my lifetime 50+ years. I took it in and he said they are no longer made but he was able to get the parts for it and now it runs again!! The hands were rusted, spring was not working, cover was aged. Take a look at the photos!! read more

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I never seen a business owner like this before. Fist of all he asked me $20 for a battery replacement after few minutes he came and told me it's not a battery problem and he can fix my watch for $125. I took my watch to another watch repair they charged me $ 8 and my watch is working perfect. Never again this is the worst place to be. read more

I would totally recommend this shop if you need any repairs on any of your watches. I got my boyfriends Armani watch fixed in no time. It's his favorite watch and I was a little afraid to mess with it and he reassured me that he could fix it in no time. Really excited to surprise him with his old watch that needed so much repair. And he really worked out a great deal for me, very cost-efficient. read more

Garo's Watch Repairs - He fixed the hands on the watch and put a new leather band. Love it!! - Watches Near Me - Downey, California