downtown Posted May 17, 2009 Report Share Posted May 17, 2009 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? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spooky driver Posted May 17, 2009 Report Share Posted May 17, 2009 what tools are you using to try and open that tight-as-hell caseback? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downtown Posted May 17, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2009 hands, mostly. also vice grips don't own any watch tools. this is my one and only rep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spooky driver Posted May 17, 2009 Report Share Posted May 17, 2009 did you try a hammer....or cBay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FxrAndy Posted May 17, 2009 Report Share Posted May 17, 2009 Are you sure you are not in the winding position Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noddy Posted May 17, 2009 Report Share Posted May 17, 2009 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downtown Posted May 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 18, 2009 oh i'll buy the tool, no prob. no idea where to though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trailboss Posted May 18, 2009 Report Share Posted May 18, 2009 oh i'll buy the tool, no prob. no idea where to though Zantec Birdman National Jewelers Supplies Or of cause :Ebay Col. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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