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Old 16 October 2012, 06:07 PM   #1
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Icon17 Resizing the 5167 Aquanaut rubber strap - tutorial

hi guys

As we're getting more 5167 owners among us I thought it would be useful with a few snaps showing how easy it is to resize the strap - no need to get an AD to do this for you

here's what you need
  • 5167 - no need to remove the strap from the head
  • Scissors - must be very sharp to get an even cut between the slots
  • Springbar tool

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steps

1. remove buckle from the strap ends
2. cut one slot from each side
3. fit buckle back on - this I found important as it gives a good indication of how many slots need to be cut off. if you're sure about the fit you can of course cut off more than one but better to play it safe*
4. repeat step two and three until you get a fit where you can stick a couple of fingers between the buckle and your wrist*. BUT bear in mind to leave slots on the 12 o'clock side so you balance the watch

*DO NOT cut too many slots as you need to cater for fat wrists in the summer. cutting too many slots and you're likely to have to fork out $250 on a new strap if you can't live with a tight fit

NOTE: as the 5167 is so light it's better to resize too loose than too tight. even it it's dangling on your wrist in the winter you won't notice it's there as it's so light. too tight and you know the pain

here's mine. resized so it's perfect for winter as well as summer

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winter


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Old 16 October 2012, 07:21 PM   #2
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Also remember:

Your more than likely to have to cut a little more strap from one side than the other to get the position of the watch head correctly on the wrist.

The springbar tool will help you stick the rubber strap back into the deployant clasp when it comes time. It's almost impossible to do so otherwise.


Great tutorial.
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Old 16 October 2012, 09:06 PM   #3
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Okay so I got the scissors, all I need is a springbar tool...and a 5167!

In all seriousness, that's a very nice tutorial and I am sure a lot of people will find it very useful, thank you Anders!
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Old 16 October 2012, 09:29 PM   #4
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so, i guess the bubble wrap is optional?

nice one, anders. some day i'd love to be in the position to actually put this tutorial to use.
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Old 17 October 2012, 02:53 AM   #5
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Same here... can't wait till that day comes around!

More important question though - Puffy, how do you 'handle' switching from the DSSD to the low profile/feather weight of the Aquanaut?
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Old 17 October 2012, 02:55 AM   #6
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Same here... can't wait till that day comes around!

More important question though - Puffy, how do you 'handle' switching from the DSSD to the low profile/feather weight of the Aquanaut?
that's easy - after wearing the 5167 for a few weeks i realised how ugly and cluttered the DSSD is so i sold it
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Old 17 October 2012, 04:11 AM   #7
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Looks very tricky
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Old 18 October 2012, 07:55 AM   #8
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Great job! Thanks for sharing.
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Old 18 October 2012, 11:43 AM   #9
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Great tutorial Puffy. The only suggestion I'd make is to use a single edge razor instead of scissors. Carefully align and then rest the edge of the blade perpendicular against the segment you wish to cut. Then use evenly applied pressure straight down to "chop" segments off as needed. This way you get a clean, square cut that's parallel to the strap ridges.

Just my two cents after destroying at least one perfectly good A'naut strap! LOL!

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Old 18 October 2012, 06:46 PM   #10
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Great tutorial Puffy. The only suggestion I'd make is to use a single edge razor instead of scissors. Carefully align and then rest the edge of the blade perpendicular against the segment you wish to cut. Then use evenly applied pressure straight down to "chop" segments off as needed. This way you get a clean, square cut that's parallel to the strap ridges.

Just my two cents after destroying at least one perfectly good A'naut strap! LOL!

Cheers!
that's a very good tip

a stanley knife against a ruler would also work very wel
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Old 19 October 2012, 04:26 AM   #11
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I bet we can use this method for all other watches as well such as my Cvstos rubber straps! Thanks for sharing!
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Old 20 October 2012, 10:02 AM   #12
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Okay so I got the scissors, all I need is a springbar tool...and a 5167!

In all seriousness, that's a very nice tutorial and I am sure a lot of people will find it very useful, thank you Anders!
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Old 9 November 2012, 11:02 AM   #13
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Okay so I got the scissors, all I need is a springbar tool...and a 5167!
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nice tutorial.

once again find myself hovering around the 5167 threads

thanks Anders
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Old 9 November 2012, 05:19 PM   #14
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Awesome tutorial, what a beauty
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Old 23 November 2012, 02:13 PM   #15
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looks sweet.
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Old 24 November 2012, 12:39 AM   #16
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Nice! Thanks!
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Old 24 November 2012, 05:10 AM   #17
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Old 5 April 2013, 12:29 PM   #18
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Great post Anders, it was very useful tonight when I sized the band myself. And it applies to 5165 as well ;-).

Few remarks about speeding things up a bit. I used two sowing needles to hold the band in while checking the fit of the band after each cut. I did not have patience to re-fit the pins after every cut ;-).

I agree that it is important to cut very carefully and take time to check the fit with buckle closed.

Remember to put the watch on your wrist after each cut, close the deployant buckle and see how it aligns. If you use needles be careful so they do not fall out or they don't pinch you.

Second thing I changed - I used small ice cream bowl (sans ice cream) to keep the pins while adjusting the fit. No need for them to roll off the table.

Here is my setup.


And the fit after work is done.


Again Anders great post, thank you for giving me the confidence to cut it myself.
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Old 5 April 2013, 09:15 PM   #19
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Cool Jan!!

some addtional great tips here!

clearly i'm nowhere near as practical as you, the needles and bowl are great ideas

the 5165 looks great on you!
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Thanks Anders. Yeah kind of got used to bowls after I spent too much time looking for a small screw while doing some work. I love the Aquanaut a lot. Very light and comfortable watch.
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Great tips! Worked like a charm.

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This tutorial was very helpful. Thanks
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Old 26 June 2013, 01:46 PM   #23
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Great three! It just helped me size a 5164! Thank you!
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Old 26 June 2013, 02:25 PM   #24
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Nice details. Thanks for sharing...looks great!!! Now all I need is a 5167 8).
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Thanks for sharing puffy, your pictures are my poison, really hoping to get an aquanaut as my first Patek.
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Old 27 January 2014, 10:44 AM   #26
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That springbar tool looks really handy. I've tried looking for one online but can't seem to find the same one you have Puffy. Mind sharing the make/model?
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That springbar tool looks really handy. I've tried looking for one online but can't seem to find the same one you have Puffy. Mind sharing the make/model?
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Found it online Gus and ordered. Thanks!
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Thank for the tip.

Should be invaluable when my watch gets here tomorrow.....it's incoming and with FedEx tonight.

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Should be invaluable when my watch gets here tomorrow.....it's incoming and with FedEx tonight.

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