Correct size screwdrivers when replacing watch straps?

[pearlvsn]

I will be replacing my strap for the first time and need to be sure I'm using the correct screwdrivers so that I don't scuff up the watch.

 

[chris3007]

I use 140 / gray for my PAM's


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[pearlvsn]

I use 140 / gray for my PAM's


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How do you do it so the watch itself doesn't get scuffed up?

 

[chris3007]

Nothing special, I just use a good screwdriver and unscrew the screw carefully


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[pearlvsn]

Nothing special, I just use a good screwdriver and unscrew the screw carefully


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Thanks! If the watch does get scuffed is there any way to remove the scuffs?

 

[d4m.test]

Before it gets scuffed You can apply a tiny bit 1cm2 of Tesa-film/Scotch tape to the lugs, than unscrew.

 

[pearlvsn]

Before it gets scuffed You can apply a tiny bit 1cm2 of Tesa-film/Scotch tape to the lugs, than unscrew.

Good idea. Thanks

 

[pearlvsn]

Nothing special, I just use a good screwdriver and unscrew the screw carefully


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Forgot to ask is 140 the same size for all three screws?

 

[chris3007]

Yes it is. You can use the 140 screwdriver for the strap and also for the buckle screws.


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[spankster23]

If you are really concerned a little better screw driver designed for the panerai lugs.

http://www.panatime.com/scexoemcocue.html

 

[pearlvsn]

If you are really concerned a little better screw driver designed for the panerai lugs.

http://www.panatime.com/scexoemcocue.html

That says 1.6, isn't it 1.4?

 

[spankster23]

You can use a 1.4mm screw driver, and that is a common size in a jewelers set, however the screw heads are 1.6mm and that screw drive fits perfect with no slippage. Gen panerai come with the exact same screw driver.


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[chris3007]

160 or 140 makes no big difference. You can use both.


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[pearlvsn]

I use 140 / gray for my PAM's


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Below another member stated 1.6 is the oem size. Don't you have slippage in your 1.4?

 

[spankster23]

Dude, it doesn't matter just be careful with either... ITS a LUG SCREW....

 

[pearlvsn]

Dude, it doesn't matter just be careful with either... ITS a LUG SCREW....

True but just making sure.

 

[Thrasher]

tape over the lug like was said before

 

[lmmo]

That says 1.6, isn't it 1.4?

1.6 for Luminor and 1.4 for Radiomir.

 

[minty007]

Before it gets scuffed You can apply a tiny bit 1cm2 of Tesa-film/Scotch tape to the lugs, than unscrew.

+1. I always use Scotch tape to prevent the inevitable slips. Place it right over the screw head and simply put the screwdriver through it to unscrew. Leave it in place for the return trip. Hasn't failed me yet. I probably change 10+ straps a week using this technique [emoji4] (yeah, I have a problem...)

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[pearlvsn]

+1. I always use Scotch tape to prevent the inevitable slips. Place it right over the screw head and simply put the screwdriver through it to unscrew. Leave it in place for the return trip. Hasn't failed me yet. I probably change 10+ straps a week using this technique [emoji4] (yeah, I have a problem...)

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Thanks!