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I'm looking for some input on how to remove links on this bracelet as it has screws on each side. I've tried holding one side with flathead screwdriver while trying to unscrew other side but no luck. Am I missing a special tool? Thanks in advance for responses.

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Yes using correct size screwdriver checked that first. I even tried to tap the pin out but no luck. There is a spare pin that can in box and one side unscrews so thinking just need tight grip on other side to hold while unscrew.

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Are you trying to do this entirely free hand? one screw driver ought to be secured in a vice, one screw head lowered on to the up-facing screw driver then the other unscrewed with your free hand, (careful for dropping parts.)


Though you can get screw driver head stands for the bench that serve the same purpose, maybe a little safer.
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