Here’s a quick tuto on how to de-case your Pam for any of you out there who aren’t sure how to do it...
Here’s a selection of tools you may find useful, when I do any work on my watches, I always do it over a micro-fibre cloth. If you drop any small parts it has the knack of catching them instead of them bouncing into oblivion off a hard surface.
Removing the strap using a mobile phone precision screwdriver set off the bay, good quality at a cheap price, ideal for screws too big for jewellers screwdrivers.
I make a habit of putting the bracelet/strap screws back onto the watch head so I can’t misplace them.
Lift up the cg lever and remove the two screws,
Notice in this pic the crown just pulled out of the movement, this shouldn’t happen at this stage and is the reason why I’m working on the watch,
Next, remove the caseback. I’m using an ‘Horb’ it’s basically a rubber ball that you press firmly against the caseback and twist, works everytime,
This is the screw that should hold/release the crown stem. You only need to turn it approx. 2 turns to release the stem.
(DO NOT COMPLETELY UNSCREW IT!!!)
Remove the two movement holder screws and tabs,
I find a small piece of rodico on the end of a toothpick is an invaluable tool for picking up or positioning the screws/tabs,
Place a piece of greaseproof paper over the movement,
Turn the watch over whilst holding the paper in position to support the movement,
Finally, replace the caseback finger tight onto the watch head and put the crown back in the tube to prevent dust etc getting on the inside of the watch/crystal. Place the movement in a movement vice/holder, taking care to position it carefully so as not to foul/damage the balance spring and cover with a bowl or put in a suitable container, again to prevent dust/debris getting into the movement.
Remember, I'm self taught working on watches but these methods work for me. If the more knowledgeable members think I'm doing anything incorrectly, let me know and I'll edit this post accordingly...
Next mini-tuto, removing the dial/handset and replacing a sheared set lever screw...
Cheers, Bobby... :wink:
edit: one of my pics disappeared, fixed...
Here’s a selection of tools you may find useful, when I do any work on my watches, I always do it over a micro-fibre cloth. If you drop any small parts it has the knack of catching them instead of them bouncing into oblivion off a hard surface.
Removing the strap using a mobile phone precision screwdriver set off the bay, good quality at a cheap price, ideal for screws too big for jewellers screwdrivers.
I make a habit of putting the bracelet/strap screws back onto the watch head so I can’t misplace them.
Lift up the cg lever and remove the two screws,
Notice in this pic the crown just pulled out of the movement, this shouldn’t happen at this stage and is the reason why I’m working on the watch,
Next, remove the caseback. I’m using an ‘Horb’ it’s basically a rubber ball that you press firmly against the caseback and twist, works everytime,
This is the screw that should hold/release the crown stem. You only need to turn it approx. 2 turns to release the stem.
(DO NOT COMPLETELY UNSCREW IT!!!)
Remove the two movement holder screws and tabs,
I find a small piece of rodico on the end of a toothpick is an invaluable tool for picking up or positioning the screws/tabs,
Place a piece of greaseproof paper over the movement,
Turn the watch over whilst holding the paper in position to support the movement,
Finally, replace the caseback finger tight onto the watch head and put the crown back in the tube to prevent dust etc getting on the inside of the watch/crystal. Place the movement in a movement vice/holder, taking care to position it carefully so as not to foul/damage the balance spring and cover with a bowl or put in a suitable container, again to prevent dust/debris getting into the movement.
Remember, I'm self taught working on watches but these methods work for me. If the more knowledgeable members think I'm doing anything incorrectly, let me know and I'll edit this post accordingly...
Next mini-tuto, removing the dial/handset and replacing a sheared set lever screw...
Cheers, Bobby... :wink:
edit: one of my pics disappeared, fixed...
