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htc8p · 3 August 2011, 03:41 PM

Hi all,

i have started to explore/tinker with my watches. im starting out with removing spring bar. i have tried this on my beater victorinox ambassador model.

i used the tip of my swiss army knife. i thought it was the wrong tool but i have found it to be quite effective. i have done it 2x now and starting to become more proficient.

i still dont dare do this on my rolex though. i would just like to know if it is the same process?

i am starting to enjoy tinkering with watches maybe soon i will be able to open up my watch and start exploring its insides.

cheers!

matt4hand · 4 August 2011, 10:42 AM

It depends on if you have lug holes or not. I would recommend buying the correct tool to make it easier and reduce the chance of damage or scratching. Try this thread as well
http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=44158

dddrees · 4 August 2011, 12:05 PM

You may also want to tape off your lugs to add a bit of protection so as not to add any unecessary scratches while removing your springbars.

1000km · 7 August 2011, 02:53 AM

Having the right tools will allow you to enjoy your foray into watchmaking without damaging your watches and getting frustrated. Well-made Chinese copies of classic Swiss watchmaking tools are increasingly available. The Bergeon-type spring bar tool is excellent and cheaply available.

3 August 2011, 03:41 PM	#1
htc8p "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Bert Location: philippines Watch: 116710 ln Posts: 3,501	practice removing spring bars from watch Hi all, i have started to explore/tinker with my watches. im starting out with removing spring bar. i have tried this on my beater victorinox ambassador model. i used the tip of my swiss army knife. i thought it was the wrong tool but i have found it to be quite effective. i have done it 2x now and starting to become more proficient. i still dont dare do this on my rolex though. i would just like to know if it is the same process? i am starting to enjoy tinkering with watches maybe soon i will be able to open up my watch and start exploring its insides. cheers!

4 August 2011, 12:05 PM	#3
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,258	You may also want to tape off your lugs to add a bit of protection so as not to add any unecessary scratches while removing your springbars. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

4 August 2011, 10:42 AM	#2
matt4hand Banned Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Matt Location: Atlanta Watch: Tramp Posts: 2,369	It depends on if you have lug holes or not. I would recommend buying the correct tool to make it easier and reduce the chance of damage or scratching. Try this thread as well http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=44158

7 August 2011, 02:53 AM	#4
1000km Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: NYC Posts: 19	Having the right tools will allow you to enjoy your foray into watchmaking without damaging your watches and getting frustrated. Well-made Chinese copies of classic Swiss watchmaking tools are increasingly available. The Bergeon-type spring bar tool is excellent and cheaply available.

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