Funny thing, when the springbar components are a good tight fit, they are less usable in real life.
I spent 2 weeks in the ocean with the Big Gonzo and the saltwater would evaporate leaving behind solid minerals, and I couldn't remove the springbars.
I soaked them a long time in fresh water to loosen the deposits, and eventually removed them. And they were tough enough (gens) I doubt I could have brute force pulled it apart without ruining the flimsy band in the process.