How easy is it to remove the Oysterflex bracelet?

[FirstF80InSpace]

Hi all.

As the title reads, how easy is it to remove an Oysterflex bracelet? Say you wanted to swap the bracelet for a leather strap.

Can't find anything online or on YouTube.

Want to get an idea of how tight the rubber is to the lug, and if there is a good chance the lugs can get scratched if a non-professional is attempting the job.

Thanks.

[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by FirstF80InSpace

Hi all.

As the title reads, how easy is it to remove an Oysterflex bracelet? Say you wanted to swap the bracelet for a leather strap.

Can't find anything online or on YouTube.

Want to get an idea of how tight the rubber is to the lug, and if there is a good chance the lugs can get scratched if a non-professional is attempting the job.

Thanks.

from the looks of it, it looks to be easier than removing a bracelet which i have done. Haven't removed my OF strap though.

[R!$]

you can have your AD do it

[Easy E]

If you have a proper spring bar tool, it’s very easy. There is always, every time, a risk of scratching the lugs. There are those that will recommend tape on the lugs to help prevent that (I think it’s a good idea). With all due respect, if you are asking this that indicates you may not have the proper tool, and your risk of scratching goes way up.

A spring bar tool, or rather set of tools is not that expensive. Also, you may want to get a super el cheapo watch to practice on a couple of times.

In all fairness and full disclosure I have scratched a lug or two along the way. I mean, I’m not changing my screen name to LugKilla or anything, but it can happen.