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I would like to pick up a seiko monster in the not too distant future and rather than paying UK retail prices I'm going to get it via ebay. The only problem being is the strap will require resizing but I'm quite handy with things so I'd rather sort it out myself that pay some money in the high street to do it for me.
I understand the monster has some sort of retaining collar in the straps which are a bit of a pain but I'm up for the challenge. The question is though which tools are useful and required for the job? There are quite few sets on ebay which look like they contain everything but does the old adage you get what you pay for applicable here seeing as they cost less than a tenner. I have also had a look on watchtool.co.uk and i'm even more confused.
I don't mind spending enough to get something thats decent but I don't want to spend a fortune. Any help would be gratefully received.
I understand the monster has some sort of retaining collar in the straps which are a bit of a pain but I'm up for the challenge. The question is though which tools are useful and required for the job? There are quite few sets on ebay which look like they contain everything but does the old adage you get what you pay for applicable here seeing as they cost less than a tenner. I have also had a look on watchtool.co.uk and i'm even more confused.
I don't mind spending enough to get something thats decent but I don't want to spend a fortune. Any help would be gratefully received.
I used one springbar tool and a safety pin. Job done with no scratches. Should be all you need. Oh and this site: http://www.pmwf.com/Watches/WatchTools/BraceletSiz...
Bungleaio said:
WatchObsession said:
One of these should do the trick !!
That looks just the ticket, order has been placed, cheers mate.I got a set like this ages ago and every single tool is still in great shape and does the job really well...
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-16-Watch-REPAIR-TOOL-KIT...
Civpilot said:
Wow, that is expensive.
I got a set like this ages ago and every single tool is still in great shape and does the job really well...
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-16-Watch-REPAIR-TOOL-KIT...
Not in the same league, believe me I have tried them all out. I got a set like this ages ago and every single tool is still in great shape and does the job really well...
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-16-Watch-REPAIR-TOOL-KIT...
WatchObsession said:
Civpilot said:
Wow, that is expensive.
I got a set like this ages ago and every single tool is still in great shape and does the job really well...
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-16-Watch-REPAIR-TOOL-KIT...
Not in the same league, believe me I have tried them all out. I got a set like this ages ago and every single tool is still in great shape and does the job really well...
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-16-Watch-REPAIR-TOOL-KIT...
I've owned my tools for about 6 or 7 years and they are still in perfect condition and have never failed to do the job they were designed for.
Anyone interested in buying tools should take the chance on a cheap set first, I did and they are still serving me well with no need to "upgrade". If you want an expensive set they go to google, plenty of places out there sell nice sets for realistic prices.
Civpilot said:
But you would say that... you are a trader and the tools you are advertising are for sale on your own website!
I've owned my tools for about 6 or 7 years and they are still in perfect condition and have never failed to do the job they were designed for.
Anyone interested in buying tools should take the chance on a cheap set first, I did and they are still serving me well with no need to "upgrade". If you want an expensive set they go to google, plenty of places out there sell nice sets for realistic prices.
I am saying it as it is !!!I've owned my tools for about 6 or 7 years and they are still in perfect condition and have never failed to do the job they were designed for.
Anyone interested in buying tools should take the chance on a cheap set first, I did and they are still serving me well with no need to "upgrade". If you want an expensive set they go to google, plenty of places out there sell nice sets for realistic prices.
I am a trader and I do have a website but I am not on here trying to drum up trade, I actively and openly with my username post on many Forums, not under different names back handedly plugging my own site, to give my opinion and take on watches and watch related items just like you do, Civpilot.
I sample and try out all my products before I put them on my site and what I said I stand by, a £4 16 item Tool Kit is not built or made to the same standards, therefore not in the same league, as the set I pointed out. I have used cheap screwdrivers where the tips snap off, used cheap link removing tools that break on the first use and to be honest but "only my opinion" they are not worth it.
It boils down to "You get what you pay for !! " If you prefer cheap that is your choice and that of others if that is what they choose but that is not my take on it when you are changing the strap on a £2k+ watch, I would rather spend the extra on something I have confidence in than scratch my watch using an inferior tool to save a few quid.
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