"Ultimate" Case Opener...

[DuDro]

There was once a dealer that carried these...

I even saw one that was double-sided and opened both the 44mm and 47mm cases! :shock:

Who has one? Where did you get it? How much did you pay? Are these still available at a "reasonable" price?

Thanks in advance for your input!

 

[babola]

I even saw one that was double-sided and opened both the 44mm and 47mm cases! :shock:

You're right, DSN had Aluminium made ones on offer some time ago last year.

This is his 'Version 2', it comes in S/S, and should be still available:
viewtopic.php?f=40&t=10141

babola

 

[takashi]

It doesn't come cheap but build quality is excellent. It doesn't scratch your caseback too.

 

[jb]

I can get these. Contact me by PM if you are seriously interested.

 

[watchbuff]

http://www.rpconline.com/catalog/conten ... e_duct.jpg

I only opened my PAM once to regulate it, this worked fine.

 

[babola]

Oh boy...

 

[takashi]

The duct tape method doesn't work all the time. Some properly closed case back won't open with this duct tape. It's best to use a proper tool, tailored specifically for the watch.

 

[watchbuff]

The duct tape method doesn't work all the time.

It works 95% of the time. If it's on too tight, no good. There is a reccomended torque setting for casebacks. Too tight , the seal may not be seated properly and leaks could occur.Too loss, well you guessed it it will leak under pressure. I learned whr I apprenticed not to snug down any caseback like a gorilla. It's a feel.

This is what I "actually" use for "odd" cases

http://www.bostonwatchexchange.com/servlet/the-224/HORB-(PINK)-Caseback-Opening/Detail?sfs=6116af2a

 

[DuDro]

Thanks for all the replies...Just for kicks, I'm going to try the "Ball-O-Tape" method, but I'm also going buy one of these wrenches. 8)

 

[daytona4me]

Ok,

I've got my balls on the caseback... but it hurts like hell to twist... please tell me there is another method? :shock:

 

[brtelec]

D4M, that was a mental image I could have gone the rest of my life without!

 

[babola]

Ok,

I've got my balls on the caseback... but it hurts like hell to twist... please tell me there is another method? :shock:

Anti-clockwise mate...you're "twisting" in wrong direction 8)

Hmm, I better stop before this thread gets to the point of no return ... :lol:

 

[ra-man1234]

Josh/PerfectClone has these tools for 44, 45 and 47mm PAMs. Look under Panerai "Accessories".