Trouble changing bracelets

[Jrsanchez]

Hey y’all I bought the everest band for my op 39 and another for my milgauss. I saw their instructional video several times I cannot get these bracelets off. Any advice or better video??

[Driver8]

I'd say using the right tool is more important than a different video.

Are you using the best tool for the job? A Bergeon 6767F is very cost effective, or a 7825 if you fancy spending a bit more, or a 6825 if you want to spend even more. The last two make bracelet/strap removal a breeze as they compress both ends of the spring bar at the same time.

[Director EDTF]

Patience and practice! Having magnifying glasses helps find the correct placement of the tool. Also removing a screw from the bracelet and opening it up also helps.

[J-rob]

Buy one of the tweezer style tools. It will save you so much hassle and many opportunities for scratches.

[Undefeatable]

With Rolex bracelets, the tolerances are so tight its hard to just use a regular springbar tool. Take a look at springbar pliers.I have been using this for years and it works great: https://www.amazon.com/Spring-Durabl...s%2C288&sr=8-2

You can spend more on a Bergeon, but for someone like me who removes the bracelet a few times a year, i didn't see the value myself. If I had a collection or worked on watches in any capacity, I would probably spring for the Bergeon.