keysinthecity Posted October 16, 2015 Report Share Posted October 16, 2015 Do you get these often? About one in 20 watch backs we open pop off with a large amount of force and I just KNOW they are going to be a pig to get back on. We have a combined case back /glass press tool but I really wasn't convinced this was going to do the job without smashing the glass on the last tricky case back I did, and yes, this despite using the right die which is pressing on the frame not the glass. Any tips? Anecdotes? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike at Vauxhall Posted October 16, 2015 Report Share Posted October 16, 2015 This my press. Smaller, cheap, puts pressure in gradually rather than in one go. I have extra dies including extra large and square ones. Haven't broken a glass in over twelve years ( you've probably jinxed me now.) Make sure domed glasses aren't touching the dies. Pressure on the frame not the glass ( which you do) Top die covering as much of the back as possible. mrkeys 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gray Posted October 16, 2015 Report Share Posted October 16, 2015 I give the backs and sealing ring a wipe with a Punch self shine sponge.....I know what you mean though.. You get that sweaty panicky feeling.....You hear the snap and wonder if it's the back that's clicked in or the glass that's gone... mrkeys and Gavo2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig Gardner Posted October 16, 2015 Report Share Posted October 16, 2015 you cant beat the robur tool the best in my opinion Craig derek 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forest Cobbler Posted October 17, 2015 Report Share Posted October 17, 2015 We've got both these presses & both round and square dies. But we also have one of these case cushions, which is really useful for the more odd shaped watches and for when the dies just aren't right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted October 19, 2015 Report Share Posted October 19, 2015 Robur, and Silicon sealing grease NOT a f##king shoe shine sponge! You can always think outside the box too. When ever I fit a press in curved glass I make a press using polymorph. I don't see why it can't be switched the other way to make a case back press if needed. Lee Mike at Vauxhall 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebbo Posted July 27, 2016 Report Share Posted July 27, 2016 We had no end of problems refitting watch backs with a cheap lever press and plastic dies that warp and even split. We invested in the Robur kit and haven't looked back. The screw action of the press gives great control and the alloy dies do not warp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gavin Posted July 28, 2016 Report Share Posted July 28, 2016 who sells them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derek Posted July 28, 2016 Report Share Posted July 28, 2016 who sells them? cousins sell them and i believe Jevon & Stanley, not cheap, around £400 all in iirc, well worth the investment though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gavin Posted July 28, 2016 Report Share Posted July 28, 2016 thank you Derek. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Posted July 28, 2016 Report Share Posted July 28, 2016 I've just been looking and can't decide between the Robur or the Bergeon 5500?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derek Posted July 28, 2016 Report Share Posted July 28, 2016 I've just been looking and can't decide between the Robur or the Bergeon 5500 i'd say go for the robur michael, be worth the extra few pounds imo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Posted July 28, 2016 Report Share Posted July 28, 2016 i'd say go for the robur michael, be worth the extra few pounds imo Does the die set for the Robur cover more/less/same as the Bergeon? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derek Posted July 28, 2016 Report Share Posted July 28, 2016 Does the die set for the Robur cover more/less/same as the Bergeon? looks to be a similar size range, i just think you will get more pressure from the robur tool, as you are screwing it down rather than hand squeezing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Posted July 28, 2016 Report Share Posted July 28, 2016 looks to be a similar size range, i just think you will get more pressure from the robur tool, as you are screwing it down rather than hand squeezing Always get more pleasure from screwing it down rather than a hand squeeze!!!!! Lee, derek and Mike at Vauxhall 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike at Vauxhall Posted July 28, 2016 Report Share Posted July 28, 2016 LOL. Difficult to make a follow up comment without labelling myself a proper w*****! Lee 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamparker Posted July 28, 2016 Report Share Posted July 28, 2016 Always get more pleasure from screwing it down rather than a hand squeeze!!!!! As long as you use plenty of lube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simes Posted August 1, 2016 Report Share Posted August 1, 2016 This my press. Smaller, cheap, puts pressure in gradually rather than in one go. I have extra dies including extra large and square ones. Haven't broken a glass in over twelve years ( you've probably jinxed me now.) Make sure domed glasses aren't touching the dies. Pressure on the frame not the glass ( which you do) Top die covering as much of the back as possible. Screenshot_2015-10-16-12-09-08-1.png I have one of these. Having a horrible struggle with a Tissot back which refuses to go back on even with the press Any tips? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted August 1, 2016 Report Share Posted August 1, 2016 Tissot - Red gasket? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simes Posted August 1, 2016 Report Share Posted August 1, 2016 Yes Lee, What have I done!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simes Posted August 1, 2016 Report Share Posted August 1, 2016 This is the one Lee, the gasket is set in around the movement case. Should it come out and fit onto the back before pressing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derek Posted August 1, 2016 Report Share Posted August 1, 2016 This is the one Lee, the gasket is set in around the movement case. Should it come out and fit onto the back before pressing? 2016-08-01 14.15.20.jpg i'd put the gasket on the watch back to be pressed on, just be careful not to kink the gasket or you will probably need to order a new one, also, i can't remember if they go on a certain way, hope that helps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simes Posted August 1, 2016 Report Share Posted August 1, 2016 i'd put the gasket on the watch back to be pressed on, just be careful not to kink the gasket or you will probably need to order a new one, also, i can't remember if they go on a certain way, hope that helps Thanks Derek, Got it back n eventually by putting the gasket on the back then trying again. Nightmare! derek 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forest Cobbler Posted August 1, 2016 Report Share Posted August 1, 2016 I suspect you've slightly damaged the gasket, it really doesn't take much. We've had that problem too. I believe the only way round it is to get a new red gasket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted August 2, 2016 Report Share Posted August 2, 2016 i always replace these gaskets everytime. they are never on run of the mile watches so why risk a leaking watch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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