With the four rear Torx screws out of the way we'd hoped to get in with just an opening tool, but this year's Huawei timepiece needs a little more force.

Some heat and a Jimmy finally crack our clam open to reveal adhesive instead of a repair-friendly rubber gasket keeping the watch watertight.

The proper tool for prying would probably be a watchmaker's knife. "Hey Celia, add a watchmaker's knife to my shopping list."

Strong adhesive paired with a flex cable butted up close to the cover's edge makes for a harrowing opening journey.

Moving that cable out of harm's way and opting for a reusable rubber gasket would simplify the procedure.