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What Battery Does Swatch Originals Use?

Battery
SR936SW
Silver Oxide Low Drain 1.55V
Battery life
~3 years
Voltage
3V
Caliber
ETA V8 / ETA 251.471
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Important: Swatch uses a unique sealed plastic case. Official Swatch service centres are recommended — case back can be fragile.

Compatible SR936SW Batteries

Renata 394Maxell SR936SWSony MurataEnergizer 394

All listed brands are direct equivalents. Always use Silver Oxide Low Drain 1.55V chemistry.

Other Names for SR936SW

SR936SW394D394V394AG9
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How to Replace the Battery in Swatch Originals

  1. Swatch has a proprietary snap-back case — use a Swatch-specific case back opener
  2. The entire movement is sealed in a plastic module — handle with care
  3. Remove old SR936SW battery
  4. Insert new SR936SW positive side up
  5. Snap the case back closed

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