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Yes, that's the trick to it...
In Response To: you are on the right track ()

1981_Sea_Dweller is right on the money with this. You'll never get the bracelet off until you get both ends of the spring bar released -- at the same time.

: Use the fork to compress the first end and
: apply pressure with the fingers of the hand
: holding the watch to the band so as to keep
: the pin from expanding back into the lug.

This is critical, because you have to prevent the first end of the spring bar from popping back in while you release the second end. Essentially, one you get the first pin end pulled back, pull on the bracelet enough to offset that side so the pin won't go back.

: Maintain that pressure while switching the
: fork to the other end of the pin and repeat
: the process there. The Omega ends are much
: tighter fitting than many others. The tool
: from Otto Frei is highly recommended.

And bingo, you should then be able to pull the bracelet free.

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