Here is a handy guide on how to change a watch strap with watch repair tools:
What You Will Need
- Watch repair tools: You will need a few basic watch repair tools to change your watch strap. These tools can be purchased at most watch repair shops or online - we have them in our online shop right here. The most important tools are a spring bar tool and a watch caseback opener.
- New watch strap: You will also need a new watch strap. When choosing a new watch strap, make sure that it is the correct size for your watch. You can measure the size of your watch strap by looking at the width of the lugs (the metal prongs that the strap attaches to).
How to Change a Watch Strap
- Remove the old watch strap: To remove the old watch strap, you will need to use a spring bar tool. A spring bar tool is a small, forked tool that is used to compress the spring bars that hold the strap in place. Insert the spring bar tool into the gap between the lug and the strap. Then, use the spring bar tool to compress the spring bar. Once the spring bar is compressed, the strap will come off of the lug. Repeat this process for the other lug.
- Install the new watch strap: To install the new watch strap, follow the same steps as you did to remove the old watch strap. Insert the spring bar tool into the gap between the lug and the strap. Then, use the spring bar tool to compress the spring bar. Once the spring bar is compressed, the strap will snap into place. Repeat this process for the other lug.
Tips
- Be careful not to damage the watch: When changing the watch strap, be careful not to damage the watch. The spring bars are very small and delicate, so it is important to use the spring bar tool carefully.
- Measure the size of the new watch strap: Make sure that the new watch strap is the correct size for your watch. You can measure the size of your watch strap by looking at the width of the lugs (the metal prongs that the strap attaches to).
- Adjust the length of the new watch strap: If the new watch strap is too long, you can adjust the length by removing links. To remove links, you will need a watch link removal tool. A watch link removal tool is a small, pin-like tool that is used to push out the pins that hold the links in place. Insert the watch link removal tool into the hole in the link. Then, use the watch link removal tool to push out the pin. Once the pin is out, you can remove the link. Repeat this process until the watch strap is the correct length.
With a little care and attention, you can easily change your watch strap with watch repair tools.