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strafer_kid · 18 February 2014, 10:54 PM

Guys

I need to pick up a case opener for use on Rolex 1675, 1680, 5513 and 16600 - Dont worry, I am not about to get 'creative'!

The one that keeps coming up is Bergeon 5537 as it appears well tooled, and comes complete with wrench and several dies. I just want to be sure that this set will cover all the above models.

Could anyone advise on this please? Many thanks

padi56 · 18 February 2014, 11:05 PM

You cannot go wrong with Bergeon the set of 6 dies will be fine for all watches mentioned.

WatchTWC · 20 February 2014, 02:35 PM

Bergeon is best

robisan · 20 February 2014, 05:16 PM

I have heard bergeon is of top quality.

nsumner · 20 February 2014, 11:40 PM

The 5537 is a great set. I would also recommend buying a bench vise and case holder. It's not always easy or best to hold the case when opening.

strafer_kid · 19 January 2015, 07:18 PM

Guys - can anyone confirm the actual die size for these models?

Also which Bergeon case holder would you recomend for these?

thanks

stray_cat · 27 January 2015, 04:43 AM

Size is 29.50 mm or No.5 die size.
Another tool is the US manufactured lg open-all with supplied case holder.
Works well for practically stuck case backs.

http://www.esslinger.com/lg-openall-...roduct=1010465

2ar2c1 · 27 January 2015, 07:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nsumner

I would also recommend buying a bench vise and case holder. It's not always easy or best to hold the case when opening.

truth. the case holder helps avoid scratched casebacks, pretty common with beginners. I learned the hard way.
now I use the Berg 5700:

iclick · 27 January 2015, 08:17 AM

I just bought this kit from Ace Timer and have used it several times using the 29.5 and 28.3mm dies. They fit the case backs fine and I've had no incidents to report. I selected this type because an old watchmaker I once knew used one like it, so I figure if it was good enough for him it will work for me.

rmfnla · 27 January 2015, 08:58 AM

Try one of these first:

http://www.ofrei.com/page1226.html

They are inexpensive to buy and you simply cannot scratch or mar anything with it...

jvmartin · 5 February 2015, 08:46 PM

Rather than hold the case in your hand, invest a few more bucks in a case and movement holder with 4 pins. The square design makes it easy to hold or put in a vice while you twist off the case back. TRUST ME. This will minimize slips and scratches. It will also ensure a more secure seal when putting the case back on, than using your hands alone.

rmfnla · 6 February 2015, 04:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jvmartin

Rather than hold the case in your hand, invest a few more bucks in a case and movement holder with 4 pins. The square design makes it easy to hold or put in a vice while you twist off the case back. TRUST ME. This will minimize slips and scratches. It will also ensure a more secure seal when putting the case back on, than using your hands alone.

Good call, although I prefer this type to the ones with pins:

Tools · 6 February 2015, 06:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by strafer_kid

Guys - can anyone confirm the actual die size for these models?

Also which Bergeon case holder would you recomend for these?

thanks

All of those models have the same size caseback.

18 February 2014, 10:54 PM	#1
strafer_kid "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Kenny Location: northern ireland Watch: SDs, Subs & GMTs Posts: 5,147	Advice re case opener Guys I need to pick up a case opener for use on Rolex 1675, 1680, 5513 and 16600 - Dont worry, I am not about to get 'creative'! The one that keeps coming up is Bergeon 5537 as it appears well tooled, and comes complete with wrench and several dies. I just want to be sure that this set will cover all the above models. Could anyone advise on this please? Many thanks

18 February 2014, 11:05 PM	#2
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,221	You cannot go wrong with Bergeon the set of 6 dies will be fine for all watches mentioned. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

27 January 2015, 08:17 AM	#9
iclick "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Louisiana Posts: 813	I just bought this kit from Ace Timer and have used it several times using the 29.5 and 28.3mm dies. They fit the case backs fine and I've had no incidents to report. I selected this type because an old watchmaker I once knew used one like it, so I figure if it was good enough for him it will work for me. __________________ GMT 1675 SS (1969) Tudor Big Block Chrono 79170 white-dial panda (~1993) Tudor Big Block Chrono 79180 black-dial panda (~1993) Tudor Sub 79090 (1992)

27 January 2015, 08:58 AM	#10
rmfnla "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Richard Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: TT DJ Posts: 4,456	Try one of these first: http://www.ofrei.com/page1226.html They are inexpensive to buy and you simply cannot scratch or mar anything with it... __________________ Today, I believe my jurisdiction ends here... Lug Hole Lover®

20 February 2014, 02:35 PM	#3
WatchTWC Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: PA Posts: 15	Bergeon is best

20 February 2014, 05:16 PM	#4
robisan "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: PH Posts: 545	I have heard bergeon is of top quality.

20 February 2014, 11:40 PM	#5
nsumner "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Nathaniel Location: Wisconsin Watch: 5513 Posts: 1,991	The 5537 is a great set. I would also recommend buying a bench vise and case holder. It's not always easy or best to hold the case when opening.

19 January 2015, 07:18 PM	#6
strafer_kid "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Kenny Location: northern ireland Watch: SDs, Subs & GMTs Posts: 5,147	Guys - can anyone confirm the actual die size for these models? Also which Bergeon case holder would you recomend for these? thanks

27 January 2015, 04:43 AM	#7
stray_cat "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Jay Location: Kent, WA Watch: one on the wrist Posts: 26	Size is 29.50 mm or No.5 die size. Another tool is the US manufactured lg open-all with supplied case holder. Works well for practically stuck case backs. http://www.esslinger.com/lg-openall-...roduct=1010465

5 February 2015, 08:46 PM	#11
jvmartin "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 2,349	Rather than hold the case in your hand, invest a few more bucks in a case and movement holder with 4 pins. The square design makes it easy to hold or put in a vice while you twist off the case back. TRUST ME. This will minimize slips and scratches. It will also ensure a more secure seal when putting the case back on, than using your hands alone.

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