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Does your watch use a capacitor?

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Many people are wearing kinetic or solar powered watches. These watches were represented to them as never needing to have the battery replaced. While that may be true for some people, it is not always the case in every situation. Even watches of this kind will eventually need service to keep running. Some of the many watches that may fall into this category are:

Seiko Kinetics

Seiko Solar

Citizens Eco-Drive

Bulova

While it is true that you will not need to annually replace the battery in a kinetic or solar powered watch. Eventually these batteries will lose the ability to store power. The capacitors can also wear out and stop charging the batteries. These are two things that can commonly happen after 7-10 years of use or if the watch has been in storage for some time. If you have a kinetic or solar powered watch that has stopped working, stop into Amoskeag Jewelers today. Our helpful professional team can replace both watch batteries and capacitors to keep your watch running smoothly.

Ring Sizing and Removal Services

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As the years go by many people do not notice the wedding ring they wear every day, is starting to get a little too tight. If that is the case, you will want to get it sized while it can still be removed with ease. Having a properly sized ring is important both to the health of your finger and to the longevity of your ring. In most cases a ring sizing is both simple and inexpensive.

If you have waited a little too long to have your ring sized and it can no longer be removed do not worry. Most jewelers offer ring removal services. With a couple of simple tools your ring can be safely removed. Then a simple resizing will make sure that it fits properly again. The cost to have your ring removed by your local jeweler is far cheaper than the cost of having it done in an emergency room setting. If you need to have your rings sized or removed stop into Amoskeag Jewelers today. Let our professional team help ensure that your rings are the perfect fit once again.

Graduation Time Is Here

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Are you looking for the perfect graduation gift? Something to commemorate a huge achievement and the beginning of a new chapter in life. Amoskeag Jewelers can help. We have a number of items that can be personalized for the graduate. From custom engraving to birthstone jewelry. There is something to fit into every budget.

Some gifts also look towards the future. Will they be starting college in the fall or a new job? Would a new wristwatch help them to be on time for class or the first day of work? We can’t guarantee that a new watch will ensure punctuality, but surely every time they look at that watch they will think about the people that love them and want them to succeed in this new chapter of life. If you need help selecting and personalizing a gift, stop into Amoskeag Jewelers today. We can help you find the perfect gift for any budget.

Is it time to do some spring cleaning?

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This time of year many people are thinking about spring cleaning. But there is one area that is frequently overlooked and may be long overdue for some attention. Many people have a jewelry box that is full of old items that are never worn or items that need repair. Perhaps you have a desk drawer with some nice watches that just need a simple battery change to get them up and running again. It’s time to pull those items out and bring them into Amoskeag Jewelers today.

We offer repair services for all of your jewelry items that need fixing. From a simple watch battery to replacing a missing stone, we offer a full line of jewelry repair services. Or if you find that the items you are cleaning out are not worth fixing or simply not a style you enjoy anymore, we can help with that as well. At Amoskeag Jewelers we are always looking to buy. Stop in today and let the professional team at Amoskeag Jewelers help you with your spring cleaning!

Should you still wear a watch?

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For a long time the wristwatch was considered to be an essential piece in every wardrobe. They have been worn for over 100 years. Over the last decade there has been a subtle shift and the watch is no longer considered to be an essential item for many people. In our technology driven society many people say that they don’t need a watch because they have a phone. But having to constantly fish for a cellphone can be extremely inconvenient. Here are just a couple of the reasons we think you should still consider wearing a watch:

• They are a convenient way to check the time. In some situations, it can be extremely rude to consult a cell phone even if you are only looking for the time.
• They are very fashionable and a great way to express your style. Your watch can say a lot about you.
• Your cell phone may need charging, or you may misplace it. Your watch will always be with you.
• Watches make great heirlooms to pass from one generation to the next.
• Many watches hold their value or can even increase in value over time.

If you have gotten out of the habit of wearing a watch, we hope you will give it another try. If you are thinking that it’s time for an updated timepiece, stop into Amoskeag Jewelers today. We have an extensive we have an extensive selection of men’s Seiko and Wenger Swiss Army watches already in stock. We have a watch to fit every style and budget.

Small business Saturday

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The days after Thanksgiving are some of the busiest shopping days of the year. Many people think of Black Friday or Cyber Monday when they are making a shopping list. But as you go out to do your shopping do not forget about Small Business Saturday. Traditionally this is the Saturday after Thanksgiving. It is a perfect opportunity for you to show your support for small locally run businesses.

During this unusual time small local businesses need your support more than ever. So, when Small Business Saturday comes around please take the time to stop by. On Small Business Saturday Amoskeag Jewelers will be open for our regular hours. Stop by to check out our great deals!