Somebody at work was having a problem getting the back off their watch, and I remembered this kit in a deal on HUKD. When I searched, it was expired, but I followed the "Get Deal" link and found that it was now even cheaper than last time (when it was £3.19). Looks okay for a few quid. Quality is probably questionable, but if it saves you the cost of a jeweller or watch repair person (~£20 in my limited experience) then you're quids in. If it snaps and you stab yourself in the hand, and scratch your expensive watch, then ... you ain't seen me, right?
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youldyboy
18 May 167#5
I bought one of these kits, whilst the quality is dreadful at best, i was able to change a battery and remove a link, worth the £2.89 just don't expect too much
admpgk
18 May 163#12
Had one of these for a couple of years. They're OK. I've changed several batteries and altered wristbands without too much difficulty.
In terms of injuries resulting from my kak handed use of the kit, I'd give it a 2 (On a scale of 1 to 5 - where 1 is a minor scratch and 5 being a major stabbing)
mrunderhill2
18 May 163#4
Using this kit I was able to remove links to change the size of the strap on my daughter's watch. When the battery went flat in the same watch I was able to get the back off and change the battery with this kit.
However, I had to use a watch back closer to get the flipping thing back on. https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00SX5OTBK
but why spoil the surprise of realising that you're a kak-handed watch wrecker? :stuck_out_tongue:
argosextra
18 May 163#3
Good deal but waste of money
mrunderhill2
18 May 163#4
Using this kit I was able to remove links to change the size of the strap on my daughter's watch. When the battery went flat in the same watch I was able to get the back off and change the battery with this kit.
However, I had to use a watch back closer to get the flipping thing back on. https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00SX5OTBK
youldyboy
18 May 167#5
I bought one of these kits, whilst the quality is dreadful at best, i was able to change a battery and remove a link, worth the £2.89 just don't expect too much
eatmorefish to youldyboy
18 May 16#11
Exactly the type of comment needed. Very helpful Sir!
CelicaGT-Four
18 May 162#6
Yes the quality isn't great but I've changed 4 or 5 different watch batteries, adjusted two metal straps, and replaced one leather strap all with this kit or an identical one off amazon. It's paid for itself several times over.
Edit: a couple were rotary aquaspeeds so while not super expensive, they weren't cheap watches. They are still doing fine underwater lol
daverobinson5243
18 May 161#7
Such poor quality, but it does the trick!
ashmac
18 May 161#8
hmm. try messing with my £1000 watch with a £2 kit ...no thanks of to watch specialist for me
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In terms of injuries resulting from my kak handed use of the kit, I'd give it a 2 (On a scale of 1 to 5 - where 1 is a minor scratch and 5 being a major stabbing)
However, I had to use a watch back closer to get the flipping thing back on. https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00SX5OTBK
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http://bhi.co.uk/training-education/getting-started/
but why spoil the surprise of realising that you're a kak-handed watch wrecker? :stuck_out_tongue:
However, I had to use a watch back closer to get the flipping thing back on. https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00SX5OTBK
Edit: a couple were rotary aquaspeeds so while not super expensive, they weren't cheap watches. They are still doing fine underwater lol
Slightly unrelated but watch specialists would still be specialists if they used £2 kits!