Adjusting the spring bar in an Oyster buckle?

[Sous]

I've seen pics of the new Oyster bracelet, and inside the buckle is three holes for the springbar. How do you move the springbar to lengthen or shorten it? I understand how the easylink works, but I mean the actual springbar that holds the bracelet inside the buckle.

[mjclark32]

The micro adjustment?
I use a toothpick or pen/pencil, whatever's around. It's pretty simple

[Sous]

Originally Posted by mjclark32

The micro adjustment?
I use a toothpick or pen/pencil, whatever's around. It's pretty simple

I know that's what is done with the old buckles that have holes in the sides, but what about the new buckles without holes?

[Tools]

Originally Posted by Sous

I know that's what is done with the old buckles that have holes in the sides, but what about the new buckles without holes?

they're adjusted exactly the same..

There are slots in the clasp link just like the endlink at the case that allow you to compress the springbar to move it..

[Sous]

Originally Posted by Tools

they're adjusted exactly the same..

There are slots in the clasp link just like the endlink at the case that allow you to compress the springbar to move it..

Ok, I understand

Would I need springbar tweezers for this, or will a normal springbar tool work as well?

[Tools]

You never need tweezers springbar tools for anything.. any tool that will fit inside the groove and compress the spring is fine.. even small eyeglass screwdrivers will do the job..

If you want to spend the money though, then sure.... go ahead... some people really like such tools....

[joe100]

Bracelets are way more DIY than everyone makes them out to be. I giggle every time someone goes to the AD to have a link put in or taken out.