DIY Caseback Opener

[Mark Eleven]

Besides using a rubber ball, what other way can I open my watch? Any good idea for a DIY caseback opener?

[Nanuq]

I use wadded up tape, and have never come across a back I can't open. Tapes differ however, and you'll want a really industrial grade tape for some of the really tight ones. Once in awhile I have to resort to "Gorilla" brand duct tape. I wrap it around three fingers, sticky side out, until I make a nice hunk. Then I press it into a pear shape and CRAM it against the caseback as I turn, held against my opposite palm. Be careful, you'll lose skin from your knuckles if you slip.

[Irontomkidd]

Once in awhile I have to resort to "Gorilla" brand duct tape..

I never go anywhere without Gorilla tape, this stuff is ridiculous. I’m in a hotel right now and…