cleaning

[gary17]

Hi

Is it ok to clean the hands of the watch with lighter fluid?

I use lighter fluid after a soapy rinse.

Are there any parts of the movement i should not use lighter fluid on?

Its gone fine with the movement i've just done.

cheers

gary

[gary17]

Yer i almost for got. Can anyone tell me were i can get some manuals,guides or leaflets on using a staking set.

I dont know what its used for and what use it would be to me.

But if it helps i would be interested in learning more about it.

cheers

gary

[oldhippy]

Hands, it depends what type the hands are. Never use lighter fluid on luminous hands. Rodico can be used for removing smears/ specks of dirt/ tiny hairs. 

What staking set do you have? I might be able to find some info if I know the name. A nice clear photo would be good.

[gary17]

Hi

Sorry i don't have a staking set. I'm just curious of it usage.

And would one be a use for me.

cheers

gary

[oldhippy]

At some point you will find you will need a staking tool. They can be used for all manner of things. Balance staff removal and fitting will be one of the most common, riveting is another. I have seen good second hand ones on ebay. You need to make sure it centers correctly and the stakes are in good condition. A new staking tool is best, but expensive.     

[gary17]

thank you

gary

[vinn3]

On ‎8‎/‎6‎/‎2019 at 1:09 PM, oldhippy said:

Hands, it depends what type the hands are. Never use lighter fluid on luminous hands. Rodico can be used for removing smears/ specks of dirt/ tiny hairs. 

What staking set do you have? I might be able to find some info if I know the name. A nice clear photo would be good.

  if you had radium painted hands, might it contaminate the Rodico ?  vin

[yankeedog]

lighter fluid is only good for bare metal parts. its a big no no around anything painted or printed.

[dadistic]

For information about staking sets, specifically K&D, try this web site. It's awesome, and I believe the author is a member of this forum.

https://kanddinverto.weebly.com/

Yep, the member is @tomcolson, but he doesn't post very much. He deserves many kudos.

 

Cheers!