The Pin which holds the watch band in place keeps coming out

Pin comes out when the band slips down low on my wrist while I am pushing off of-say a chair-with my hand. I can see no way to prevent this from happening, since it appears to be a design flaw. This mean that I am face with repeatedly having to replace the pin. Where can I purchase a supply of these pins?

VM_PTY Sep 15, 2008

Have the same issue with a Swiss Army watch. Took it to the dealer who supposedly change the part, paid good money, and after a couple of weeks, the same thing. Its a beautiful watch, but only gives me headaches. I hate to see my money wasted.

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You should be able to contact timex and order the pins directly

Posted on Apr 04, 2007

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