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[downtown]

I've got a 4th gen PO. When I try to adjust the time, the crown just freewheels. It still ticks and keeps accurate time, but I can't actually change it. When I undscrew the crown, it can go both directions, so I'm not sure that the damage is to the actual movement. Problem is, it's about a year old and I can't see to open the back. Is there anyone out there who would be able to recommend a fix, a place to acquire parts, and an easy way to open a tight-as-hell caseback?

[spooky driver]

what tools are you using to try and open that tight-as-hell caseback?

[downtown]

hands, mostly.

also vice grips

don't own any watch tools. this is my one and only rep.

[spooky driver]

did you try a hammer....or cBay

[FxrAndy]

Are you sure you are not in the winding position

[Noddy]

hands, mostly.

also vice grips

don't own any watch tools. this is my one and only rep.

Vice grips? Ye gods man...

If you absolutely positively want to open it without purchasing the proper tool then at least try a pair of needlenose pliers of the appropriate size held perpendicular and vertically to the back of the watch with the tips inserted into the recesses on the case back. If you slip and hurt the watch or yourself you are on your own.

Even if you get one of the cheap made in India case wrenches you will be miles ahead of any other method of opening. If you are in a rush go to the watch kiosk in your local mall and ask them to loosen it up for you.

[downtown]

oh i'll buy the tool, no prob. no idea where to though

[trailboss]

oh i'll buy the tool, no prob. no idea where to though

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Col.