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Old 20 March 2013, 10:32 PM   #1
seabreeze
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Best first tool(s) advice for vintage bracelet

Noob request - question about basic tools:

Ok, I m not going to start opening the watches...but I should be able to manage a bracelet change.

On my first attempt at pushing the pin in a 1971 1603 clasp i made a scratch. I'm pretty handy, but i was in a rush and did not have a proper tool...never a good idea.

So now I have this beautiful 1016 that I would like to be able to put on a leather band, maybe swap out the clasp, maybe switch it back to SS someday.

Can you recommend the best simplest tool..i am guessing a pin on one end, a fork on the other? I dont need ultra gear..just something practical.

Also if there is anything else that is recommended to get, (small screwdriver for my sub?) i would appreciate it .

Thanks!
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Rolex DateJust 1603 - 1972
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