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21 May 2014, 01:48 PM | #63 |
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Using the double spring bar tool from Esslinger I was able to remove the bracelet and the Easylink with just the normal awkwardness of a first attempt. What I really appreciate is that you can set the gap between the tips with the screw adjustment. This helps to minimize the chances of scratching the lugs.
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However, I have seen one listed on VRF Market site...and it wasn't inexpensive... http://www.vintagerolexforum.com/
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22 May 2014, 12:28 AM | #65 |
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I originally bought a cheap tool on Ebay which was the wrong size for my Daytona. It requires a very small (1.2mm IIRC) tip. I got a refund and kept looking.
After doing more research I finally bought a Bergeon 6767-F from an Ebay seller in France a few months ago for only $22 including shipping. I got it delivered to my U.S. address in one week. Here is the current listing. |
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Bergeon 6825-PF seems to work well for many.
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22 May 2014, 04:07 AM | #67 |
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Thanks for that, I just ordered one.
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Just received my Bergeon 6825-PF today, and noticed the fine forks need to be filed down a bit. I'm sure I gouged the inner parts of my endlink a bit trying to force them in before filing.
Plus, I'm not sure if its smart to use my 116520 as a test bed. At least I'm going to tape up the back of my lugs to minimize damage. |
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I have both the Rolex tool and the Bergeon 6825 with fine forks. Both work great, but yes, the Rolex tool is harder to get. For years I used the Bergeon tool without problems, but I did have to file down the FF tips for them to fit correctly. I have a DIY at http://www.minus4plus6.com/maintenance.htm#removal and more on the Rolex kit (purchased here in the sales forum) here: http://www.minus4plus6.com/bracelet_kit.htm -Sheldon |
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I believe it was Manny who suggested once to fabricate a clone of the 3200 if there was enough demand for it. I certainly would buy.
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I've been working on it for the last few weeks with my friend. Needless to say it's a little bit of a pain in the A$$ but we are getting close.
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Wish you lots of success Manny
Looking forward to see the result of your work.
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I think I found something here:
http://www.watch-tool.de/html/bracel....php?id=0090dv 1,2 mm forks. Not the original ref. 3200, but..... |
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That may be the way to go!
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Please do! It will be especially nice if they work right out of the box, no filing the points.
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Definitely! They claim 1.2mm so it should work. Fingers crossed!
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I've got a question about all of these pliers/tweezers: do they work for normal straps?
I find that changing bracelets like modern SEL Rolex/ Speedmaster pretty easy compared to changing out a leather strap that is stiff and doesn't have any cut-outs in the back. It's almost impossible to remove the strap without damaging it or INNER lugs.
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Anyone know where to get one of these springbar pliers used by Rolex?
...And it works!!!!!
Got mine today, and it fits perfectly for my 116600 :-) http://www.watch-tool.de/html/bracel....php?id=0090dv |
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Yes! Mine works too. Arrived yesterday! Love it!
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This works the same way?
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13 August 2014, 03:31 PM | #86 | |
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This is great news!
Does it need filing? Does the spring bar stay put easily? Quote:
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I like it because it is so simple, genius one-hand operation which means one can change the bracelet very swiftly :)
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Or just make this $5 -
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