It's official - you cannot open the Richard Mille reps!!!

[drhydro]

These screws appear to be 5-point TORX types. Not Six!
A quick search yields this, among others-
http://www.mcmelectronics.com/product/22-9795

I have no idea what size the RM screws are, looks like this particular set goes down to 2.29mm, which I suspect is too big.... hmmm...
here they are from WIHA, but you gotta BE somebody: http://www.wihatools.com/700seri/716_IPR_serie.htm

these I'm finding are mostly T8 and bigger. more lookin', more'n'likely.

I will check with the guys at my old factory... hah, I just retired in February, and it's already the old factory! :shock: ... because we do have a source for these, officially- bigger sizes, but I may be able to source them.
Stay tuned.

 

[ThinkBachs]

Seems to me that the easiest way to make a tool would be to find the right sized Torx screw and grind the outside diameter until it fit...

Quick pic of a Torx screw for those like me that are visually impaired.

 

[jj69]

I went through similar BS with the DeWitt Academia. The DeWitt uses Torx Security bits. A set with the correct size driver can be bought from MCM electronics for $19.99. Lowest price I've seen anywhere.

However, once I got the bits, I tried to remove the strap and realized that one of the 4 bits on the watch was stripped! It had to be pried off. What do you think are the chances of finding a replacement bit? I'm thinking 0.

I also ended scratching the Ti case in the process. I was so furious I threw the watch in a bag and I haven't been able to bring myself to look at it since. Some of these reps just aren't worth the effort.

 

[nicewatchdude]

They still have the set at MCM electronics. It sells for 9.99 now. Thanks JJ69.

 

[spiros25]

Hey take a look here http://www.brandsplace.com/tool-hand-to ... ckets.html look for female torx E-TORX you may find what you are looking for.

 

[trailboss99]

Can somone post a macro pic of the screws in question please?
The putty trick should work. To get it perfect use some fiberglass mould relese agent, it's like a thin skin that you paint on. That way you can leave the putty in place untill set. Make shure you get complete coverage! A FG shop such as a boat yard should be able to sell you a small amount. It's great for all kinds of masking jobs on odd shaped parts.


Col.

 

[Tommy Tom]

I've tried everything - the putty, melting a stabilo pen top and making a mold and nothing is strong enough. It is so thin that even when the putty is solid the moment you start turning it threads. The difficulty as you can see from the image is the distance from the actual screw to the side of the hole - it's not even mm's

Here's a close-up....dealers still won't sell me a screwdriver - they must have some!!!

 

[shlow17]

ah I love the Richard Mille designs

 

[phillycheez]

this is great... well not for you but the fact its a rep and people who own richard mille gens would have the same problem as you!

Anyways, another great example of how far reps have come!

 

[watchbuff]

Tommy
I have a full service machine shop at the hangar and this guy that makes specialty tools.
He can take a mold, make a plug and a die cast a tool.
PM me , I'll help ya bro.

 

[trailboss99]

Tommy
I have a full service machine shop at the hangar and this guy that makes specialty tools.
He can take a mold, make a plug and a die cast a tool.
PM me , I'll help ya bro.

There you go! Problem solved. may as well make a few while you're at it WB!

Col.

 

[747]

This is what I love about this site. The stuff you learn, not only about Brands of watches- never heard of Richard Mille, but am now off to do some looking- but you also learn about the ingenuity and creativity of individuals out there. Thanks for the education everyone, I have really enjoyed reading this thread.
747

 

[nicewatchdude]

Here, it's easy.
http://forum.replica-watch.info/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=59&t=55727
http://forum.replica-watch.info/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=59&t=55728