diver_dylan Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 http://cgi.ebay.com/heavy-watch-band-brace...tem230102806789 I just dont know if Id prefer a grip pressure type press or a scew press. Hmmmmmm. Opinions/experience? D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Opinions/experience? Never used one or seen one before and now I want one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diver_dylan Posted March 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 I was looking for my 1st pin press tool, and kept seeing the 4.95 cheesie blue crappy ones. I want a BEEFY one. This seems to fit the bill. I just wonder what that pros and cons would be with the screw vs. grip pressure control? D Never used one or seen one before and now I want one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offshore Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 I have one, they work just great. One of the problems with the screw type, is that sometimes you can't push the pin thru, because it doesn't line up on the "out" side, and comes up against the plastic "wall" These overcome that problem. BTW, they are on ebay Oz right now, starting @$9.99 ( but watch the freight) Also available is a similar tool for punching holes is straps... equally as good. Offshore Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest avitt Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 I bought one like this from Harbor Freight, and I use it often. It's a great tool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diver_dylan Posted March 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Im getting one! Thanks so much! D (Didnt take much did it?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbj69 Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 only problem is that i see , where would u get replacement pins and do they interchange with different hole sizes? looks cool though joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offshore Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Joe, Replacement pins from the blue ones fit these ( or at least they do in my case) Most tool suppliers have pins cheap. I have never had a problem needing various size pins... one size seems to do the job. Anyone had a different experience? Offshore BTW here is the ebay Oz link http://cgi.ebay.com.au/9076-watch-tool-WAT...1QQcmdZViewItem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest avitt Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 only problem is that i see , where would u get replacement pins and do they interchange with different hole sizes? Yeah, the pins are a concern. Mine came with two different diameter pins, and the smaller one is starting to show some wear. But if you line things up properly, and don't force anything, they will last a long time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbj69 Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Joe, Replacement pins from the blue ones fit these ( or at least they do in my case) Most tool suppliers have pins cheap. I have never had a problem needing various size pins... one size seems to do the job. Anyone had a different experience? Offshore BTW here is the ebay Oz link http://cgi.ebay.com.au/9076-watch-tool-WAT...1QQcmdZViewItem its not usual to be much differences but recently the chanel ladies ceramic , is just slightly smaller hole size than the normal ones lol i was basically going by what i saw from the took , it looked reallly cool other than i was wondering about those pins , cause they will eventually break from wear, and that particular dealer of the tool didnt seem to have the replacements for sale, but im glad u have one and any replacment will fit i may have to try it , it looks even simplar than my horotec one, lol thanks joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trunk21 Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Damn. Looks like you could remove links from a motorcycle chain with that thing! Nice tool though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest avitt Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 Here's a tip when you use this tool: To protect from marks, I wrap the bracelet in plastic wrap (like Saran wrap) before placing it into the tool. Then I just push through the wrap with the pin. It helps to protect both sides, and keeps the bracelet pin from shooting across the room by accident. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJFlash Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 I have been using one of these for some time now that came originally from Otto Frei. Comes with five different diameter size pins. The weak point is that it does not come with any base plate shims. The pin needs to go in perfectly straight vertically or you will snap the pin in two. The tolerances is some of my reps is not good and sometimes it takes a tremendous force to push the pins out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sssurfer Posted March 16, 2007 Report Share Posted March 16, 2007 I see no vantage with respect to a normal screw-type pin remover. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offshore Posted March 17, 2007 Report Share Posted March 17, 2007 ss, There are times when you need to push a pin, say up near a watch case, when you can't get the bracelet square, in a screw type pusher you will be unable to push the pin into the gap on the other side, it will just push in to the "wall" With these you can push from above/below the bracelet, and almost always get the pin you want out. But I still use my screw type more often (and I would do 20 or 30 band jobs a week) Offshore Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diver_dylan Posted March 17, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2007 Bought. Thanks again for the feedback, D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diver_dylan Posted March 27, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 27, 2007 Looks like I got scammed on the tool! lol What the hell. The guy has thousands of positive fedbacks! I payed on the 17th and never heard from him. Ive writen a few times, and not one reply! I dont get it. What sucks now is that I planned on it getting here before the Tag Carrera I bought for my GF. Oh well. Damn. D http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...p;rd=1&rd=1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Logan Posted March 27, 2007 Report Share Posted March 27, 2007 I have one of these, It works well but there is one issue. On some watches especially Omega's the pin must be pushed more than half way out before it can be easily removed. This tool only has a pin of about 6mm or so. For split pins with the bulge at one end its the best tool going as its so quick but I find I use the old black plastic screw type more often still. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
narikaa Posted March 28, 2007 Report Share Posted March 28, 2007 Ive got a few of these in stock (UK) No great advantages save for speed of use The eBay pictures dont show the best bit.... driving a pin BACK IN with the top part . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diver_dylan Posted March 28, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 28, 2007 I should have bought a basic screw-type one from someone on here, but I HAD to be fancy. Guess I learned my lesson UGH, D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
narikaa Posted March 28, 2007 Report Share Posted March 28, 2007 (edited) Ive got a few of these in stock (UK) No great advantages save for speed of use The eBay pictures dont show the best bit.... driving a pin BACK IN with the top part . A pictures worth a 1000 words so............. PUNCH PIN OUT: PUSH PIN BACK IN: Tempted to say idiot proof (but we all know it wont be!) . Edited March 28, 2007 by narikaa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diver_dylan Posted March 30, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 30, 2007 Ok, I got it yesterday! The same day I got my gf's Tag from Angus. I ordered them a week apart and they came in the same day...go figure! Thanks for the pics, I was using the pointy bit to push the pin back in....Im an ass. D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
narikaa Posted March 30, 2007 Report Share Posted March 30, 2007 (edited) Ok, I got it yesterday! The same day I got my gf's Tag from Angus. I ordered them a week apart and they came in the same day...go figure! Thanks for the pics, I was using the pointy bit to push the pin back in....Im an ass. D Remind me again...what did I say about idiot proof? . Edited March 30, 2007 by narikaa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diver_dylan Posted April 3, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 3, 2007 :bicycle:LMAO! D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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