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31 August 2017, 07:17 AM | #1 |
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How to remove/insert bracelet pins without case scratches?
Yesterday was the first time I removed my bracelet for an ultra sonic cleaning. The removal of the pins went fine. But inserting them back into the pin holes scratched the case just around the lugs. Is there a technique to insert the pins without any scratches to the case? My guess the factory has a special tool for this. I use a Bergeon 6767-F Watch Spring Bar Tool.
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31 August 2017, 12:48 PM | #2 |
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I use the corner of a credit card to get them back in, rather than the 6767f (which is what I use to get them out).
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31 August 2017, 01:00 PM | #3 |
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Put a little tape on the lug.
seriously, if you are going to take bracelets off and on you are going to get scratches. Use a fiber scratch pencil to touch up the grain if necessary.
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Bergeon 7825.
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31 August 2017, 02:09 PM | #6 |
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Thanks for all the info. Silly me it never occurred to me to use tape. I will apply some duct tape next time. I think that should do it. If I keep having issues I will get the Bergeon 7825. I figured there was a special tool for it.
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31 August 2017, 02:10 PM | #7 |
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@Tools is there a particular fiber scratch pencil you recommend I can order on amazon?
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Quote:
https://www.amazon.com/Scratch-Brush.../dp/B0019V18D2
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3 September 2017, 08:53 AM | #12 |
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I tried the duct tape method and it works perfectly! No scratches!
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3 September 2017, 08:15 PM | #13 |
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Tape helps to protect against scratches on flat surfaces. Lug edges are extremely sensitive regarding springbar ejection - even tiny mistake when inserting / removing the springbar, no matter which tool you use and there will be small mark on the edge(s).
Has happened to me and it is irritating - even the mark is very tiny and can be removed easily when servicing the watch. Couple of things to consider: -Avoid taking the springbars out from the front side of the watch (yep I have done this wrong way once... will never do it again...) -Tweeter hand should be steady while pressing the springbar and the hand holding the watch head should be the one moving the two pieces together I am sad I found this website when it was too late. https://www.minus4plus6.com/maintenance.php Hope this helps. |
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I see Ofrei has a September labor day sale for the Bergeon 7825 Extra Fine Forked Tweezers ($129) and Bergeon 6825 Pliers ($148) — http://www.ofrei.com/page252.html
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By the way...go with the 7825. It's easier to use than the plier type tools.
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4 September 2017, 02:47 PM | #16 |
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Thanks for the heads up. I read on the site that the 7825 is for spring bar openings less than 1.4mm. Can someone confirm the 7825 will work on my 116613LB? Thanks!
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I've used this tool before on a 116610, which is the same size as the two tone you're inquiring about. It'll be perfect.
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