Help with straps

[rootbeer7]

Apologies for trying to hijack Ruud's earlier strap thread. I thought better to start my own.
With my Pam came 2 additional straps, a dark brown leather and a black leather as a small gift from DavidSW.
I've noticed that all but the black leather one has metal tubes in the end that attaches to the watch. Both additional straps are Panerai. Do I need to take the metal tubes out of one I'm not using, or does it not matter?
Thanks fellas.

[Daryl]

I think metal tubes keep the strap in place. Without the tube straps can sometimes unscrew itself. Not too sure though

[JorgeCCW]

I think you are talking about the spring bars. It doesn't matter , all they do is hold straps in place. You can buy them if you want , I never bought ones but I am sure they probably sell packs of 4 under 10 dollars , maybe even less depending on the quality


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[rootbeer7]

Originally Posted by JorgeCCW

I think you are talking about the spring bars. It doesn't matter , all they do is hold straps in place. You can buy them if you want , I never bought ones but I am sure they probably sell packs of 4 under 10 dollars , maybe even less depending on the quality


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Yes, they look like spring bars, only hollow. I'm guessing you don't have to use them?

[nick c]

Take the tubes out from the strap, and use them for other straps it's a must.

[Cru Jones]

Tubes are mandatory for screw-in lug models like your 390 (to keep the leather from "grabbing" the screw and turning it) and probably not necessary for other models (but they could help prevent wear on the leather).

[fullcourt]

you can leave them in or take them out while storing the straps. either way is fine. just make sure you put them back in when you remount them on your watch

the exceptions are the wire lug panerai's or the springbar ones

have a great day

[rootbeer7]

Thanks so much. I'm guessing just poke them out with the screwdriver?

[nick c]

Originally Posted by rootbeer7

Thanks so much. I'm guessing just poke them out with the screwdriver?

Yes sir

[Tmac478]

You can buy additional tubes on ebay cheap. That way you won't hav to swap them between straps.

[mfer]

Few things:

1. Don't take tubes out of rubber. Hard to get in and out.
2. Tubes have two reasons.
A. Prevent screws from backing out
B. Preserve straps
3. Be careful of cheap aftermarket tubes. Sand the edges to ensure they don't scratch your case. Some can be roughly cut!
4. I find a toothpick of the right diameter is the best tool to remove/add tubes to tight fitting OEM straps.

[rootbeer7]

Thank you all so much! One final question, my set had everything except for a bezel protector. Can these be bought separately?

[nick c]

Originally Posted by rootbeer7

Thank you all so much! One final question, my set had everything except for a bezel protector. Can these be bought separately?

Yes check on eBay or paneristi.com


Cheers

[rootbeer7]

Originally Posted by nick c

Yes check on eBay or paneristi.com


Cheers

Thanks very much

[Ruud Van Driver]

I called into OP this evening and they don't sell them. They did give me a couple of spares though

[rootbeer7]

Originally Posted by Ruud Van Driver

I called into OP this evening and they don't sell them. They did give me a couple of spares though

And that's supposed to help me how?

[Ian Macdermott]

Originally Posted by rootbeer7

And that's supposed to help me how?

If its of any use to you I have this one spare, PM me your address and I will pop it in the post for you.







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[rootbeer7]

Originally Posted by Ian Macdermott

If its of any use to you I have this one spare, PM me your address and I will pop it in the post for you.







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Thanks my friend, PM sent

[Ruud Van Driver]

Originally Posted by rootbeer7

And that's supposed to help me how?

Um, dunno really, but if you make your way out here I'm sure they'll let you have a couple, too

[rootbeer7]

Originally Posted by Ruud Van Driver

Um, dunno really, but if you make your way out here I'm sure they'll let you have a couple, too

At the airport now. You picking me up China?

[Ruud Van Driver]

Originally Posted by rootbeer7

At the airport now. You picking me up China?

Give me your flight number but you'd better be quick, I'm off to Bombay in the morning (not a joke)

[rootbeer7]

I've been waiting ages...........

[rootbeer7]

Originally Posted by rootbeer7

Thanks my friend, PM sent

Got it and it's a perfect fit. Little thank you gift on the way to you my friend

[Ian Macdermott]

Originally Posted by rootbeer7

Got it and it's a perfect fit. Little thank you gift on the way to you my friend

No problem at all Edward I am glad it is of use to you.



Just waiting for the postman to pop your thank you though the letterbox

[Ian Macdermott]

Just got in from taking my daughter to the dentist to find this waiting for me

Thanks Edward much appreciated, now which one to pop in it



I do have the braclets for them I just like changing and trying different straps on them.








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[Quicksilver]

I fitted a new strap to my 111 the other day and I was very proud of myself. The next day I noticed the strap felt odd - there was a lot of movement where it was attached to the bar. Of course I had forgotten to put the tubes in

They really do make a difference.

[rootbeer7]

Originally Posted by Ian Macdermott

Just got in from taking my daughter to the dentist to find this waiting for me

Thanks Edward much appreciated, now which one to pop in it



I do have the braclets for them I just like changing and trying different straps on them. :dummy






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A pleasure my friend