Watch Case Openers, Closers & Tools
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Watch Case Battery Changing Kit
wpe2.jpg (3843 bytes) Deluxe Universal Watch Battery Change Tool Kit- The right tools in a neat kit which ships well and keeps tools from being lost.   The pouch is faux leather with zipper and elastic bands to keep tools securely in place.  Comes with a list of tools so if one is lost, you'll know which to replace.   Kit includes the following high quality tools:  plastic tweezer, fiberglass scratch brush, pocket case wrench, case opening knife, Selvyt cloth, spring bar tool, 1 mm screwdriver, 1.6 mm screwdriver, 1.2 mm Phillips screwdriver (screwdrivers are non-magnetic).  A great price for this very practical & good looking kit.

Stock #BAT-510.00    Price  $28.95

 

Watch Case Openers-  See also:  Removers, Watch & Clock
Knives

Description

 Stock# Price

Wood Handle-  This universally popular shape gives watchmakers the small handle necessary to properly grip when prying open sap-on case backs.  Hardwood handle an precisely beveled, tempered steel blade makes case opening easier.  Total length 4½" KNF-967.00 $4.95

Wide Blade-  Riveted handle and tempered blade.  Excellent for opening watch cases.  Length 5¼". KNF-970.00 $7.95
Plastic Handle-  4" long with hard plastic handle and tempered blade.  Fixed blade does not fold into handle.   Swiss-Model KNF-156.00 $17.95
Economy-Model KNF-160.00 $7.95
Cushioned Handle-  Sturdy German made case knife features a comfortable red cushion grip PVC handle, which gives the user excellent leverage.  The blade has a single bevel edge for removing those difficult case backs.  Material is well-tempered tool steel. Length 4½". KNF-158.00 $15.95
Swiss Pocket Knife-  Made in Switzerland by the maker of the famous Swiss Army Knife, this is an excellent all-purpose knife.  Short blade is for opening watch cases.  Extremely sharp. KNF-883.00 $21.95
Blade Style Case Opener- Polished and tempered steel blade with knife edges. Mounted in hardwood handle with metal ferrule. Overall length 4½" KNF-975.00 $4.95
Bergeon 3 Piece Watch Case Opener-  For prying backs of 3 piece watch cases.  5 mm wide, 110 mm long. 4755 $23.20
Bergeon Pressure Fit Watch Case Opener-  For pressure fit watch case backs.  Plastic handle 110 mm long. 6484 $30.20
Quartz Case Opener- Steel blade with knife edge mounted in plastic handle CO 590615 $4.95
Adjustable Case Opener- Adjustable jaw enables this opener to work on almost any watch. Holds watch steady and securely and slot in slide allows crown to rest unmarred while tightening screw to pop case open. Base is pre-drilled for mounting to workbench. CO 590800 $48.50
Suction

Description

 Stock# Price
Suction Type Case Opener, Economy Model- For waterproof and screw back cases. Apply pressure and turn quickly to open most cases. Rubber end will not mar soft metals CWR-778.00 $4.95
Screw Type

Description

 Stock# Price
Pocket Case Opener- Compact, convenient wrench for waterproof cases. With tempered pins and easy to use adjusting wheel. Measures 2-5/8" x 1-1/8" x ½".  Opens and closes almost all watches with notches in the back. CWR-777.00 $7.95
Long Handled Case Opener- Provides a tight, non-slip grip. Long handle for increased pressure. Includes a double blade. CO590620 $12.99
L-G Master Case Opener for Waterproof Cases- Opens any size or shape of case, knurled or polygon, with any number of slots, notches or holes. Gets a tight grip that will not scratch or mar. Cover can be left in wrench ready for replacing. Complete with 4 sets of interchangeable jaw pins. Made in USA CWR-600.00 $49.95
Cover with Holes Pins 
CWR-600.01 $2.75
Polygon Cover Pins
CWR-600.02 $2.75
Multinotch Replacement Pins
CWR-600.03 $2.75
Knurl Type Pins
CWR-600.04 $2.75
Center Shaft Pins CWR-600.07 $2.75
Thumb Screw Pins CWR-600.09 $4.99
Complete 12 Piece Spare Pin Set  CWR-600.10 $9.95
Jaxa Case Wrench- Swiss made. Opens almost all types of waterproof cases with 4 sets of pins which are easily removed and replaced. Precision tool made for hard use. Handle and body are chrome plated. Comes in plastic case that holds wrench and pins. 2819-4 $168.75
Set of Three #1 Pins 2819C $14.85
Set of Three #2 Pins 2819A $14.85
Set of Three #3 Pins 2819B $14.85
Set of Three #4 Pins 2819D $14.85
Jaxa Style Case Wrench- An inexpensive alternative to the Jaxa featured above. Includes sets of easy to insert jaw pins: round, flat, square and toothed. Provides a tight, non-slip grip that will not scratch or mar.  CO 590790 $20.55
Set of 3 Replacement Pins CO 590791/1 $4.95
L-G Openall Waterproof Case Wrench- Especially designed for Rolex oyster cases and adaptable for use with the famous L-G wrench. Will open all Rolex waterproof cases. Six knurled rings accurately interlock with the edges on genuine Rolex cases. Diameter of rings: 18.5, 20.2, 22.5, 26.5, 28.3 and 29.5 mm. Sturdy frame fits any bench vise. Adjustable case holder, built into base of frame, accommodates all size cases. Made in USA. CWR-650.00 $85.90
Center Pin CWR-650.07 $3.20
Replacement Ring, 18.5 mm CO590651/1 $5.10
Replacement Ring, 20.2 mm CO590651/2 $5.10
Replacement Ring, 22.5 mm CO590651/3 $5.10
Replacement Ring, 26.5 mm CO590651/4 $5.10
Replacement Ring, 28.3 mm CO590651/5 $5.10
Replacement Ring, 29.5 mm CO590651/6 $5.10
Key Set- For opening oyster cases manufactured by Rolex. Contains wrench and 6 milled chucks in the following sizes: 18.5, 20.2, 22.5, 26.5, 28.3 and 29.5 mm. CWR-780.00 $45.95
Replacement Set of Dies CWR-780.10 $26.95
Watch Crystal Air Pump- A quick method for crystal removal. Will not mar or damage any part of the watch. Complete with split stem crown remover and two sizes of collets for case necks 5011 $168.75
Replacement Plastic Tip, Small 5011A/2 $5.40
Replacement Plastic Tip, Large 5011B/2 $5.40
Crystal Lift- Removes and inserts crystals without disassembling the watch. Effortlessly remove and insert any round unbreakable crystal from 8 mm 45 mm without taking the watch apart or removing the bezel. Eliminates all rings, wrenches or pliers and the brass fins will not mar crystal. The gripping force can never lose strength because the fingers are mechanically operated. Access to the dial and hands is instantaneous and the works of one piece cases can be laid bare in seconds. A platform is provided to grip a new crystal for inserting into the watch. RM590365X $29.99

 

Watch Case Closers
 

Description

 Stock# Price
Watch Vise- Table clamp-on vise CWR-180.00 $9.50
wpe3.jpg (4459 bytes) Metal Watch Press- Ideal for closing snap back watch cases, installing bezel rings and friction inserting mineral crystals. Sturdy metal press makes battery changing easy for anyone by eliminating the difficulty of closing cases. Includes 14 two sided dies, for a total of 28 sizes. Will not scratch.  Instructions

 

 CO590795A $46.00
Bergeon Pliers for Case Opening and Closing- Used for pressure-back watches.  Adjustable opening with rubber jaws.  170 mm long.  Swiss made. 6162 $90.00
Case Closing Pliers-  Closing jaws with circular, rubber padded, hinged discs provide dependable case closing.  Overall length is 7½".

Pliers

 46.805 $17.90

Set of replacement pads

 46.804 $2.59
Bergeon Swiss Vise for Opening and Closing Waterproof Watch Cases- Two jaws each for watch cases with square notches, straight edges, curved edges and for Rolex Oyster, Aquastar and cases with holes. With four pairs of reversible case holder jaws, wet of six round upper suction heads, three round lower suction heads and wood stand for mounting.  This is not a stock item and normal delivery is about 45 days.
Set Stock# Price

Complete Set

 5700A $814.50
Replacement Set of 6 Round Upper Suction Heads 5700FL $149.90
Replacement Set of 3 Round Lower Suction Heads 5700MP

$99.99
Replacement Set of 6 Rings for Rolex with Holder 5538 $166.99
Replacement 9-11 Ligne Reversible Case Holding Jaws 5700B $4.50
Replacement 13-15 Ligne Reversible Case Holding Jaws 5700C $4.50
Replacement 17-19 Ligne Reversible Case Holding Jaws 5700D $4.50
Replacement 20-22 Ligne Reversible Case Holding Jaws 5700E $4.50
Replacement Pins for Cases with Slots 2835A $6.70
Replacement Pins for Polygonal Cases 2835B $5.55
Replacement Pins for Cases with Holes 2835C

$10.10
Bergeon Crystal Press-  For fitting unbreakable crystals.  Die cast iron with chrome finish.  Not suitable for mineral crystals.  Made in Switzerland.
Set Stock# Price
Press with 31 Dies 12-42mm 5500A $587.00
Press with 10 Dies 18-36 mm 5500C $397.00
Set of 9 Lower Stakes  12-40 mm 5500E $53.85

Set of 15 Dies for Crystal Press-   22 to36.5 mm 5499-15 $239.95
Set of 8 Dies for Crystal Press- 27 to 34.5 mm 5499-08 $142.00
Bergeon Multi-Use Press-  Used to drive pins, screw watch bracelets and unscrew watch bracelets.  Swiss made.
Item Stock# Price
Complete Multi-Use Press Set- As shown at left. 6745-100 $347.40
Reduced Multi-Use Press Set- Comes with block 6744P, pin broach holder 6745P and pins 6745GS 6745 $231.65

Plastic Band Holding Block-  Holds bands upright while driving out pins

 6744P $20.00
Adjustable Plastic Supports-  Supports watch while removing screws 20mm 6745SR20 $14.50
28mm 6745SR28 $15.95
Set of 10 Screwdriver Blades-  Contains the following flat blades:  2 pcs. 0.80 mm, 2 pcs. 1.00 mm, 2 pcs. 1.20 mm, 1 pc. 1.50 mm and 1 pc. 2.00 mm.  Also contains a 1.50 mm and 2.00 mm Phillips head blade. 6745MS $31.50
Set of 6 Pins-  1 each of 0.40, 0.60,0.80, 1.00, 1.50 & 2.00 mm  pins. 6745GS $24.00
Pin Holder Broach-  80 mm long with a 4.7 mm shank. 6745PG

$12.65

 

 

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