Remove/add links 5711

[SubMariner55]

Has anyone done this by themselves? We are speaking about the bracelet with pins not screws, if you have, which tool? (if you have a link would be great) and how hard is it to do it yourself.

Thanks guys!

[GB-man]

Originally Posted by SubMariner55

Has anyone done this by themselves? We are speaking about the bracelet with pins not screws, if you have, which tool? (if you have a link would be great) and how hard is it to do it yourself.

Thanks guys!

I had my local rolex AD's watchmaker handle it. I just do not have the proper tools at my disposal. Simple work just best to have the proper equipment.

[SearChart]

Quite easy to scratch the bracelet while doing it yourself, even with the required tools it takes some finesse.

[walds11]

Originally Posted by SearChart

Quite easy to scratch the bracelet while doing it yourself, even with the required tools it takes some finesse.

A bracelet holder tool block and pin punch tool should do it, but you are correct, it does take some finesse. The last pin bracelet I had was an Omega SMP Bond. That was a long time ago, but I recall it being tricky little project.

[SearChart]

Originally Posted by walds11

A bracelet holder tool block and pin punch tool should do it, but you are correct, it does take some finesse. The last pin bracelet I had was an Omega SMP Bond. That was a long time ago, but I recall it being tricky little project.

The plastic that those blocks are made of can easily scratch a bracelet. I now use tape to protect the links.
I once missed a hit with my hammer while taking out the pin of a ceramic rado bracelet... Well you can fill in the rest...

[dchang81]

I used the little mallet and a plastic block. i put some Saran wrap on the end to not scratch it. mallet was super easy.

[HorologyK]

Why they don't use screws is beyond me. Seems like a cheap alternative on their part.

[walds11]

Originally Posted by SearChart

The plastic that those blocks are made of can easily scratch a bracelet. I now use tape to protect the links.
I once missed a hit with my hammer while taking out the pin of a ceramic rado bracelet... Well you can fill in the rest...

Ah yea. Ouch! I would wrap my entire bracelet in Saran Wrap

[CKL1213]

I always support DIY because if you scratched it, you blame yourself

what if AD scratched yours? AD is human too just like you and me and they do make mistake as well.

many horror stories AD scratched it and denying it.

trust yourself, size in a calm and relaxed mood, don't rush.

[kilyung]

My 5711 has screws but I’ve adjusted a friend’s. I taped up the bracelets and used a press with a brass hammer.

[sensui]

Good to know my omega resizing experience will come in handy when the time comes.

[PJ S]

Originally Posted by HorologyK

Why they don't use screws is beyond me. Seems like a cheap alternative on their part.

Heads get chewed by owners using wrong size screwdriver, and not heating the bracelet to soften the thread lock glue used to prevent them backing out.
If anything, pin & collar is the easier and more secure option.

[Passionata]

Originally Posted by SearChart

The plastic that those blocks are made of can easily scratch a bracelet. I now use tape to protect the links.
I once missed a hit with my hammer while taking out the pin of a ceramic rado bracelet... Well you can fill in the rest...

Originally Posted by PJ S

Heads get chewed by owners using wrong size screwdriver, and not heating the bracelet to soften the thread lock glue used to prevent them backing out.
If anything, pin & collar is the easier and more secure option.

no need hammer on Nautilus bracelets the pins are just friction fitted into the collar so even with a sewing pin you can push those out , actually it worth to check it since on my bracelet some of the collars/sleeves were extremely loose IDK if the pin can slide out accidentaly but making them a bit tighter give me a peace of mind .
btw a simple block like this is fine i think

[walds11]

Originally Posted by Passionata

no need hammer on Nautilus bracelets the pins are just friction fitted into the collar so even with a sewing pin you can push those out , actually it worth to check it since on my bracelet some of the collars/sleeves were extremely loose IDK if the pin can slide out accidentaly but making them a bit tighter give me a peace of mind .
btw a simple block like this is fine i think

Interesting tool George. It looks much easier to use than the block and pins I described above. What is it called and where can it be purchased?

[Passionata]

Originally Posted by walds11

Interesting tool George. It looks much easier to use than the block and pins I described above. What is it called and where can it be purchased?

to be honest my daughter had one for free for one of her fashion watch it works flawless ( a bit smaller and has just one pin pushing adapter ) , i m sure you can source one from ebay or aliexpress very cheap, if the sleeves are loose you just push a bit with a plier and then gives the perfect fit.

[walds11]

Originally Posted by Passionata

to be honest my daughter had one for free for one of her fashion watch it works flawless ( a bit smaller and has just one pin pushing adapter ) , i m sure you can source one from ebay or aliexpress very cheap, if the sleeves are loose you just push a bit with a plier and then gives the perfect fit.

This is one looks like the same idea, but only one size tip.

https://www.esslinger.com/watch-band...emover-deluxe/

I like the idea of not having to use a mallet with the tool block and pin pusher.

[dchang81]

I've used those screw type pin pushers a few times. I've found if you aren't dead on it ends up slipping. tried the mallet style and found it to be easier and less likely to scratch. but that's just my experience.

[walds11]

Originally Posted by dchang81

I've used those screw type pin pushers a few times. I've found if you aren't dead on it ends up slipping. tried the mallet style and found it to be easier and less likely to scratch. but that's just my experience.

Yeah, I can see that happening with screw type link pin remover tools. I would tape the bracelet up good, no matter what tool.