View Full Version : Where to buy small flathead to add/remove links?
Mark*p
September 20th, 2007, 06:25
any local places that will sell this stuff? major chains like home depot or any other chains willl have it? or do i have to order it?
SnapIT
September 20th, 2007, 06:46
Hi Mark,
Better to go for a watchmakers set. You want a blade with parallel ground faces. Run of the mill electronic type "jeweler" screw drives don't have a particularly good finish.
Here is a good starting point.. suit your self as to how much you spend. Mind you once you start with Otto's site you can end up with quite a workshop:-)
http://www.ottofrei.com/store/home.php?cat=296
Have fun!!
Mark*p
September 20th, 2007, 06:58
thank you very much . which size should i get for the little screws on the airwolf and emergency bracelets?
SnapIT
September 20th, 2007, 07:14
I don't know exactly but that's where a basic set of six or so drivers comes in handy.
Mark*p
September 20th, 2007, 10:10
i dont need a whole set , im sure theres somebody out there that knows.
Mark*p
September 22nd, 2007, 20:25
anyone?
Lou
September 22nd, 2007, 21:39
any good diy or trade store will sell them, in fact might have a spare if so i will PM for your details and post it out
Mark*p
September 22nd, 2007, 23:35
thanks lou . is there anything i need to know before i attempt to remove a link or is it pretty self explanatory ?
Lou
September 22nd, 2007, 23:49
which type of bracelet are you altering, and i would recommend doing it on a flat surface, and remove the bracelet from the clasp to ensure its completely flat, it makes it a lot easier to perform surgery..
Mark*p
September 23rd, 2007, 11:14
whatever bracelet the airwolf comes on .
T Bone
September 23rd, 2007, 18:24
whatever bracelet the airwolf comes on .
That'd be the Pro II. Assuming it works like the Pro I (I suspect it does), it's a breeze to adjust. Think of a "U" bolt. Now put two screws in the tops of the "U". You're about there.
Remove screws from link. The other side of the link is the "U". And I'm quite sure, "U" can take it from there ;-).
Mark*p
September 23rd, 2007, 20:03
i figured it was easy as that . i can take apart a jet engine , work on my race car but taking a link out i wasnt sure about lol.
BROWNERS
September 23rd, 2007, 23:17
Hi,I bought 2 sets from RLT watches their address is www.rltwatches.com/ (http://www.rltwatches.com/) they started at .5mm and went up in increments to 3mm.A total of 20 drivers.One set cost £2.50 and the other £7.50 I've used them and certainly have had no problems at all,I do all my own strap sizing now and at £10 a time at the jewellers they've paid for themselves in one go.Tho for my 2 Blackbirds I use a 1.5mm and a 2mm,hope this helps........... :-!
Eagle
September 24th, 2007, 03:29
There's usually tons of 'Bergeon' brand jewellers screwdrivers on eBay...