Knackered Screw Head

[deanloveswatches]

Typical - the final screw of my disassembly and I think I've knackered the head - the screw was in so tight I noticed the shaft of the screwdriver go banana shaped. Then I noticed that I had damaged the head with no real prospect of getting the screw out.

Not sure what to do next - I could leave the jewel in the plate and try and clean it in situ, but I'd much rather do the right thing.

Any ideas ?

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[Geo]

Have a read of this thread Dean, it is probably the safest way to go.

http://www.watchrepairtalk.com/topic/377-broken-stem-inside-crown/?hl=alum#entry2509

[clockboy]

Personally I would leave clean in situ & oil with a auto oiler.  Others would shift the screw with Alum see  Geo's link. I have never used this method but it seems good.

[deanloveswatches]

Thanks guys - might give the Alum a go - all I need now is a chocolate warmer [emoji3]

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[oldhippy]

I would drill it out. Providing you had the tools to do such a task.

[deanloveswatches]

Good advice oldhippy. - I'll have to take my skills to the next level with drilling and tapping [emoji3]

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[deanloveswatches]

Personally I would leave clean in situ & oil with a auto oiler. Others would shift the screw with Alum see Geo's link. I have never used this method but it seems good.

Clockboy - what is an auto-oiler ? And how is it different / more useful than the standard one that looks like a blunt pin on the end of a handle ?

Cheers - always learning [emoji3]

Dean

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[clockboy]

You can get different sizes But I only have this one for balance jewels. Real handy for some jewels that are difficult to remove.

 

 

 

• Bergeon 7718.1A
• For shock protection devices in watches and balance bearings of all kinds
• Capacity 100mm³

[deanloveswatches]

Nice - must put one on my xmas list - thanks :)