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  1. I had a need to safely remove a C clip holding in two pusher buttons and thought I would share my method on the forum. I had a spring bar removal tool with a solid pin on one end and a scalloped forked end on the other. I placed a small bit of rodico on the bottom side of the clip and turned the C <- gap facing up. As you can see in the picture, I simply used the forked end that was the perfect gap to push off the c clips. I installed by getting the clip in place, C gap facing down, and used a #200 flat screwdriver blade and carefully pressed down to lock in place. I used the case wall to keep the c clip and push button slit in line. Don't attempt to push the c clip back on with the button pressed all the way in, use the wall of the case to help keep the clip straight in line. Hope this helps someone.
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  2. Here a little walkthrough the servicing of my Rolex 5513, calibre 1520. Sorry for the funny english, I'm no native speaker. I'm not a professional watchmaker, this is only amateur-work. I start by opening the case, taking off the automatic device and disassemble it. Now I remove the movement and take off hands and dial. Removing the cannon pinion. Now it's time for the balance and the pallet fork. Continuing disassembling with ratchet and train wheels. Next one is the barrel bridge. I decided to use a new mainspring. Now it's time for the keyless works. On the other side of the movement the spring for stopping the balance. Removing the screws for the movement and the dial. And reassemble the balance for protection reasons. Ok, everything taken apart, ready for cleaning. Best regards Erik
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  3. I could not find a single video on how to wind a mainspring back into the barrel after cleaning. I purchased a three set tool and figured it out myself and then made a video for others to learn. Thanks Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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  4. It was purchased through eBay where it was erroneously listed as having mineral glass. sent via htc one m9
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  5. I agree with you. That is my opinion as well. Although the specs claim mineral glass.
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  6. My bet is that is is not mineral glass, but some sort of hard acrylic. A dremel won't dimple mineral glass that quick. I've polished several old mineral glass crystals (pocket watch size) with a dremel and never made a mark like that, and if it scratches that easily, it also makes me lean towards some sort of acrylic.
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  7. You can get Parnis watches with a (supposedly low grade) Seagull mov.t on AliX, for $56 shipped.
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  8. Thank you for taking the time to reply to my post. The problem with acquiring a balance complete is of course the prohibitive price, most of the vendors advertising Rolex parts are attempting to out -retail the aforementioned, in some cases, doubling the manufacturer's recommended prices. I had thought of enlarging the collet aperture, but was concerned with damaging the hairspring. The other option would be to dissemble the roller and turn down the staff with the balance wheel intact. Opening the collet would appear to be the lesser of the two evils, but how would you suggest that I safely secure it in order to do so. The only way I can think of would be by utilising my staking tool set. I reiterate my thanks to you for replying and would be further grateful for your advice on the best way to safely secure the hairspring in order to enable me to enlarge the collet aperture.
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  9. A french watch, not russian
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  10. http://gleave.london/date-jumper-spring-eta-7753-2575/ Have added it to our site. In stock.
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  11. Yes, I do believe it's the 1/4 inch. An adapter would definitely be needed but I think it's doable... If I ever get it going I'll update the thread!
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  12. a good way to learn basic repair is to invest in a "dremel" set. by adding a drill chuck and a set of small drill bits, you can practice drilling. vin
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  13. I saw this on ebay also. It looks like these people raided a watch factory, some of the items they had for sale were very nice yet designed for industrial use and production. My best guess is some sort of arbor press, the geared lever and spring return suggests heavy duty repeatable action.
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  15. .Titoni 'Airmaster' today. It has 'Bombe' lugs which don't really match the band fitted here. A leather strap would suit it better. The original steel bad has enpieces which fitted better. Nicely executed caseback with the Titoni flower prominent. Titoni flower on clasp. And the makers name on the clasp. Titoni were really big in Asia in the 50s to the 80s. Inside is an ETA2408 I think, the case back need a a special tool which I don't have. If I need to I can open it with some other caseback openers but I do it only if I need to get inside as it could get scratched in the process. Normal quality but it's running pretty well here. Been wearing it for the last week and hasn't needed the time adjusted. Anilv
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