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14 August 2011, 04:39 AM
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Changing a RAD strap
After what was a loooong time, I finally managed to change the strap on my 183 to an OEM gator. Mik's handy tips were very helpful, but he must be handier than I am.... anyway, just a few scratches by the time I finished...
  
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14 August 2011, 10:30 AM
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It takes practice for sure, but using enough force is critical!
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14 August 2011, 02:14 PM
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Why it is hard? I only own a 111 and never really looked at the radiomirs
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14 August 2011, 03:46 PM
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The first time I change the strap on my 210 I was so worried scratching it that I scratch it the very first contact I made to the watch!!!! After that. Never ever scratch it again.
The secret is the more you worried the more scratch you'll end up with. So just relax, it's not brain surgery. Hope this help.
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14 August 2011, 04:44 PM
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Nice strap. That's what I have on my 164 at the moment.
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14 August 2011, 10:33 PM
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Wow, I like that strap...and the 183
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15 August 2011, 06:40 AM
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Thanks - I was worried about scratching too -so there you go.
The main problem was finding a screwdriver that fit the slots well enough to loosen the screws. That factory torque is pretty high. Easier next time no doubt. |
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15 August 2011, 08:06 AM
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15 August 2011, 08:15 AM
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 (much prefer changing straps on a Luminor rather on a Radiomir...) |
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15 August 2011, 08:29 AM
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15 August 2011, 01:13 PM
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15 August 2011, 01:32 PM
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Nicestrap. looks good on watch.
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16 August 2011, 12:25 AM
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Nice looking watch!!
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