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Thanks, and a hand removal question
In Response To: Re: Got it Desmond, thanks and another question ()

: I usually use a pin vise to hold the stem and then just wind it
: on....tightly but not too tightly. You can indeed use lock tight
: and I know some watchmakers do, but I havent had any problems
: not using it.

Thanks again Desmond, you seem to be a wealth of knowledge. Not exactly sure what a pin vise is, but ill give it a go with some needle nose pliers. Seems that it would be a similar principle.

Also, what is the best way to remove watch hands? One of those hand prying tools (like a miniature cro-bar?) that Ofrei sells? Or could I find something around the house that would work as well like some curved ended tweezers? Thanks again for the help. Im talking about removing hands on a vintage Omega cal. 500.

And once removed, how do I get them back on?

Mike

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