Tremendous help, was fitting two watches for myself, with no problem. When I was asked to help my mom with hers figured it was going to be a no brainer, little did I know...Luckily I found your video to guide me, then it went out without a hitch. Thank you!

Just removed 3 links after watching you vid, I was going to take it to a jeweler though I'm sure it would cost a bit. Thank you for your informative video.

@SyntaxError-nz4kg

2 жыл бұрын

Same here, the strap i have is quite cheaply made so i will probably get either a better metal one or a leather strap..

@heberlara6079

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It really just costed me 5 dollars taking it to a jeweler

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Thank you 7 years after filming. I just got a Citizen Ny0040 full lume and it came with this kind of bracelet. I've never had one before and was stumped. Great explanation and visuals. Thanks again.

2:00 for the start of instructions

@benforster222

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Thank you so much for this video. I work at a watch store and had to exchange a watch for a different one because no one was working that knew how to size it! I will be sharing with my coworkers! 😀

Mark that is a really good video. Sharp close-ups, the right pace, and I like your style and delivery. Realistic and practical. But I agree they are awful things to do particularly the smaller ladies sizes. Hey but they are a nice strap to wear. Easy to put on, strong, and I find them reliable once you have them sized. Thank for this.

Thank you. Your video was clear, easy to follow and enabled me to save $30 by doing the sizing changes on my new Seiko 5 myself. Couldn't ask for more than that!

Thank you for this video. It was super helpful and I was able to resize my new Lorus watch myself. Getting the first one of those things out took a bit of effort but once I figured out how much force I needed and the combination of mini tools I had on hand which worked, it was pretty straightforward.

Thanks for making this video. Super Helpful! Worked perfectly for my circa 1999 Tissot "Sport" folded link bracelets. I used a stainless dental pry tool to push the "U" pins out with minimal scratches to the components.

Best tutorial I've found I usually stick to leather or synthetic bands, but I recently purchased my first Seiko 5 automatic and was a bit apprehensive about the links in the bracelet having never owned one before , but I'm feeling more confident now

Very helpful video. i managed to fix my wife's watch. And this video is simple and very clear. No annoying background music. thank u

Mark, this video really changed our lives for the better. Without you I don't know what we would have done. Great job Mark.

Fascinating! I’ve had a brand new Casio Edifice watch laying on my Breakfast Room table for several days now, with me scratching my head wondering how to remove a couple of links! So thanks Mark for a very interesting and elucidating video. 😎

Thank you for the excellent "how to do it." With your help I resized the bracelet on my new Orient. The local jewelry shop charges $20 to do the job, and I already had the tiny screwdriver.

I had zero experience in resizing steel bracelets. This made me take out 3 links and get used to micro adjusting in +-15 minutes. I can't thank you enough!

I have a Citizen that I just bought from eBay as well as some tools for fixing watches. But I have never worked on a wrist watch before. This is the perfect video.

Mark, your "Watch and Learn" tutorials are the best. Informative, concise and easily understood. I don't think I have ever had to look at any of them more than once. I just resized my first fold over link bracelet and it went exactly like the video (you weren't kidding about the force!) Lol. Thanks again for being a great resource to us watch lovers.

Really clear instructions, i just attempted my first ever go and found it really simple tbh.

Thanks so much Long Island Watch for this video! Specifically Showing how to make adjustments using the everyday small tools found in the home and not requiring professional tools to execute was the "HOW TO" I needed. You saved me the time and hassle bringing two watches down to my local jeweler for the adjustments and instead I was able to easily resize both myself! .... Wouldn't have been able to do without your video. Many Many thanks!

This worked perfectly. On the newer watches the slot where you stuck the screwdriver is now a hole, so you need a pretty small screwdriver to get in, but your tutorial still has all the info people need to do it.

It’s currently 2021 and this video is 4 years old and it still helped me resize my newly bought watch today. This is my first watch with T bar links rather than pins. Very helpful video, the last video I watched mentioned I needed to use pliers to push out the T bar links, but watching this video using just a screwdriver tool saved me money from visiting a watch store to assist with the resizing process. Thank you very much for the video, found that sizing the T bar links to be much easier than the traditional pins in terms of removal and installation.

Wouldn’t ever be able to do that without you. Thank you so much! Stay blessed

Thank you for this video. Only thanks to you, I was able to adjust my old watch for my little brother who wanted it as his first "grown up" watch. :)

I’ve never previously owned a watch with folded links, until a recently purchased watch. I came across this video tutorial, and I’m thankful for your insight!

Thank you! This was driving me crazy. Very clear, very concise, awesome video.

Mark, Thank you! This video was so helpful tonight when I was trying out my novice skills to adjust some Casio bracelets like this. I really appreciate you doing these Watch and Learn videos!

Thanks a lot, you are the hero! I owe about sixty wrist watches ranged 20 - 2000$ and first time encountered this folded link bracelet. I have very small hands and wrists and most of my metal watches had to be adjusted. Followed your advice I removed first link. It was bit frustrating but after awhile I managed to remove total of four links to have my watch fit perfectly. Now it is so easy thanks to your video! Thanks and keep up good work, you got yourself another subscriber!

Hi Mark, many thanks for posting this. I got a new watch with folding links and I didn’t have a clue how to size it. I found your video after Googling how to size my watch band. I didn’t even know that it was called a folding links watch band, but after watching your video I successfully removed 3 links from my watch. The only thing was, it took me ages to fit the spring bar to reattach the clasp, it kept falling through and then I was struggling to push it down so I could fit the upper part of the spring bar into the hole in the clasp. What a nightmare!!! I did eventually succeed, though. Many thanks for your help, I couldn’t have done any of it without your video.

Honestly when I did it it was one of the most easiest to take out and put together for me also great video.

@kerry5586

3 жыл бұрын

Me to. Ijust did an accurist and the bits poped apart and went back together easily.

Thanks Mark I found your video extremely helpful as I have just bought a Seiko SKX007 and it has those flat pins. I was a bit dubious if I could do it myself at first but once you know the knack it's easy. OK, I almost did myself an injury and broke one of my favourite tools which I have had for many years but that's probably just me being a bonehead. Great video!

I can't believe it! I just adjusted two ladies' bracelets --my own. Excellent "how to" video. Thank you.

Just like your watch reviews, you make everything simple & easy! I bought an Alba chronograph recently from Japan in amazing condition. When trying it on found it was just a link short. I contacted the guy but unfortunately he didn’t have an6 spare links. As it turned out I did want another anyway. I made sure this had an extra link. It arrived just now. So after your vid I just popped one off one watch & added it to the other. Now they both fit perfectly! 👍🏼

Thank you so much for this video! I just bought a new metal band for my Seiko 5 and it has this exact link setup. I was completely perplexed when I first looked at it and went searching for a how-to. I used your technique and it worked flawlessly. Thanks a million!

Hallo Mark, thanks for your instructions. I agree that these bracelets and links can be a complete nightmare. In your video you work with new watches and bracelets. For people like me however, we buy most of our watches pre owned or do some work for a friend. Taking out links from a pre owned bracelet is the real challenge. I have learned the hard way that it is wise to take of the bracelet if you want spare it. Clean it up real good, If the links are full of dirt you will damage it. If it is clean, your chances of success are much better. I enjoyed your video's a lot. You show exactly what we hobbyist need to know. Greetings from Holland Europe.

@islandwatch

6 жыл бұрын

I have heard people tell me they soak the link in a lubricant like WD-40 for a while and that helps.

Demonstration videos like this is what makes your channel great! Thanks Mark!

Thanks for the video. Was struggling trying to work out what to do. Now within minutes I've adjusted the watch. Brilliant video

Dude this helped so much I was so confused... I'm new to watch collecting and your chanel is awesome for someone like me.

@islandwatch

7 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear it, thanks for checking it out!

Thanks, really clear instructions.

@islandwatch

7 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed.

@Ubertechgirl66

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the clear instructions!

@tubeysr

3 жыл бұрын

Interestingly these links don't need any special watch tools to remove, just anything will do as per size

Echo! Was scratching my head too! Thanks for a super useful, informative and money saving video. My son just got a new watch, that he bought for himself 😁. Gladly I was able to show him that we could adjust the strap ourselves, without spending money AND LEARN SOMETHING AT THE SAME TIME 😀😁😎

Perfect video! I just picked up a NWT Orient TriStar for $55 and of my scores of various watches, I've never seen this type of bracelet. Thanks to your video and 5 minutes, my new watch fits perfectly!

That didn't look nearly as bad as you made it seem like it was gonna be. Now, do a video on resizing a stretchy bracelet. Now THOSE are fun! :-0

When the student is ready, the Teacher appears. Thank you Mark!

Hi Bud, struggled for many years trying to figure out these links. With your video, had my LORUS re-sized and on my wrist in 5 minutes flat! Excellent explanation.Thanks.

Had to wear this tomorrow morning for my girlfriend to see as it was gifted by her, no jewelers or watch repair shops were available today , because it was a Sunday. Saw your video and did it myself ! Bro, You're a life saver ❤

I just received my new Orient Howard with this goofy bracelet. Never have had to adjust one before. Thank god Marc was able to explain it. I've also ordered an upgraded bracelet from AliExpress, so I won't have to wear this one for long.

Don't tell my wife I must have 20 beautiful Divers and a couple of Rolex's. None have this type of system. Looks to me like a great engineered and very strong bracelet. Love your vid's Mark I always learn something. What an asset you are to us watch guys and gals. Thanks for sharing.

@islandwatch

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Thanks for this tutorial. It helped me out and saved me a few bucks from having to go get it removed by someone else.

I can not tell you how much I appreciate this. I had pretty much resigned to taking it to my local friendly watch guy, but then thought about it all day at work, and I came home and knocked it out in 15 minutes, with a minimum of swearing. I wouldn't have had a clue.

This was real helpful. Just adjusted my fathers watch. Had a dental pick like the dentist used and I hooked it behind the nub and pulled instead of push with screwdriver. Also, instead of hammering the part back in I used a large channel lock and just squeezed it back in. This was an awesome video that explained how all the parts link together.

Awesomeness, found a casio royale in a draw and I was "I'm gonna wear this classic lol" strap didn't fit, your video made it pretty easy, thanks for your help.

Thank you so much! I just adjusted my own Casio I just bought. What a useful skill! I'll be sure to pass it on to friends who may need it. Thanks again! 🙏

Your video is very easy to follow. I just removed 4 links of my brand new casio analog/digital unisex wrist watch because of your video. I went to different stores to adjust the link but nobody knows how to do it so I bought a set of watch repair kit and watch your video and chadaaaaa! I have a new watch! Thank you soooooooo much! I subscribed!❤❤❤

Sometimes those L-shaped pins are extra stubborn. I use a drop or two of WD-40 or Three-In-One oil before I start pushing. It helps 75-80% of the time.

@islandwatch

7 жыл бұрын

Great tip!

@overthetarget9401

7 жыл бұрын

Good point, just resized the band of a Casio AE-2100 WD and the pins did not want to come out so I used a bit of silicone oil and heated up the links with a hairdryer and that made it definitely easier to remove the pins.

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6 жыл бұрын

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@kennyli6177

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I just adjusted my Seiko 5 Sports bracelet with WD-40, it was helpful.

Interesting, I got the exact watch that I want to adjust its bracelet and this is what I found om youtube.

Execellent. Thanks for the really clear instruction. Didn't think I would be able to re size my Casio Watch strap. Using your guide I managed it without much trouble at all. Thank You!

Thanks I saw your 1st video and scratched my head thinking i have no screws to push. Now it all makes sense.hope you and the family are all well.carl from England.

I did not want to mess up any good tools, so I used a random dart laying around. The tip was hard enough not to break and if it did, it would have been easy to sharpen.

@mitchhifi9192

3 жыл бұрын

I used a thumb tack I cut the tip off with pliers lol

Thanks for taking the mystique out of watch bracelet sizing.

Thank you so much for the video. You just saved me throwing a watch in the bin because the strap was too big!

@unusualGue5ts

Ай бұрын

Next time you think about throwing a watch away let me know and I'll happily take it for nothing except shipping

Love this channel and that you guys are keeping the art of watch repair alive! subbed, keep up the good work.

I found a slightly less nerve wracking way to do it. If you have a Swiss Army knife with scissors, you can pop it out by sticking one blade in, right where you popped it, and the other blade against the outer edge. Super easy.

@islandwatch

7 жыл бұрын

Don't stab yourself!

Mine have arrow, but doesnt have that knob. How?

@xtize8813

2 ай бұрын

It think it must be a pin link then

As everyone else here: thank you so much for the clear explanation! By the way, I used the tip of a Victorinox cork extractor to push the links out. Just inserted the tip in the space you mentioned and rotating the extractor pushed the link “easily” out. Thanks again!

Wow. Certainly made a seemingly impenetrable task smooth as butter to carry out. I guess it's all about knowledge and the right tools for the job. Thank you!

No matter how much force I put in, I can’t get it out...

@theslayer8853

3 жыл бұрын

same here

Me-came here to learn unpining Him- these r present in cheap/low price range watches Me-sobs while he explains 😭

@JoCaballes

3 жыл бұрын

Me too man. Hahhaha

@strykr8089

3 жыл бұрын

@@JoCaballes xovbbiboxo Xbox iuuUUJPoQQQ a p I know

@E_l_l_i_e

3 жыл бұрын

He did wonders for my self esteem.

@luisfernandogonzalez7995

3 жыл бұрын

It is not the price what is important guys it is the fact that you like your watch. Actually i neded this knowledge to adjust my new Casio's strap. Love my new t watch and it just costed me 90 USD.

4 years on from when you posted this video and it really helped me today Mark, thank you and best wishes from the UK.

Great video! Just resized my wife’s Montana watch based on your helpful advice.

I still can't find a tutorial on how to remove links from my watch. My watch is a Casio DB-360. Please help.

@noahboyer8500

6 жыл бұрын

Here is how to adjust your watch: m.kzread.info/dash/bejne/gK2dp6-AodHIgcY.html

Ohh. I have a watch from Lorus, that I love, as it was a thoughtful gift, but it has just a horrible bracelet, everything about it feels cheap and low quality ... Plus, I never saw any way to get the links out for sizing, and after your other videos I just got more confused, as that bracelet appears to have the pins in the bottom. Well, now I know. So thank you for another helpful video.

@islandwatch

7 жыл бұрын

That's what I love to hear, thanks for checking it out.

I was not going to go to a jeweler to do something that simple So your video helped me do it right the first time Thanks

I keep coming back to this video to make sure I’m doing it right with my watch adjustments 😊 Thank you Mark!

Thank you for wearing 2 watches.I almost always wear a watch on both wrists and am constantly critisized for it,my response is "if it was good enough for Marlon Brando its good enough for me".marlon wore a gmt master on both wrists.

@theoneandonlybosable

4 жыл бұрын

You’re no Marlon Brando

This is how you size a folded link bracelet: you replace that damn cheap rattling hair pulling piece of junk with a solid link or a strap. Thank me later

@MustangDesudiroz

4 жыл бұрын

Theyree ugly. No thanks

Just bought a new Casio, and didn't think about the bracelet sizing, when I tried it thought I'd have to take it to a shop. Got curious, saw this video and 20 minutes later, my watch now fits me perfectly after removing a few links. Thank you so much!

I LOVE the watch and learns! Thanks so much for all your hard work!

Now I know how to adjust my watches bracelet / this style of bracelet 👌🏻 thanks, from Liverpool, England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Found the video really useful. My dad gave me an old Pulsar watch he bought in the 90s but it was sadly to big. Took me 2 minutes to remove the needed links and reconnect the bracelet. Thank you so much.

Exactly what I needed to learn to size my new Seiko 5. Thanks Mark!

I was seriously considering returning the watch I just bought back to the damn store because I could not figure out how to size the damn band. I went through numerous KZread videos trying to find one that would show me how to size this very particular band and I finally FINALLY landed on this video. Never in my wildest dream did I think this was how you size a folding watchband. I would have never figured out how to do it on my own. And yes sure I could have took it somewhere and paid someone to do it but the watch I bought was $18 and trying to be cheap I didnt want to invest any more into it. Hence my wanting to figure out how to change the band myself. Thank you kind sir for posting this very helpful video. You made my day by saving me money and a trip to my local department store to have it sized. Bless you.

Wow, thanks for this. Once I watched the video it only takes a minute to remove links and get the watch to the right size. I prefer these links now 😁 so quick!

@def1791

2 жыл бұрын

I feel the same , I like these links better than spring pins.

Once again, thank you so much Marc, this series is a God send!

Just purchased a NOS Seiko looked just like model we had already owned for literally more than a decade. The same only different. When I went to adjust the band and remove links I opened the band up and looked for a bit saying "Ok now this sure isn't anything that I'm used to?" A couple minutes of viewing your video turned what could have been a major frustration into a really quick and simple task Thank you

I just removed 2 links from my dads new watch after searching for the right video. This was a lifesaver to me since my dad has Alzheimers and it’s difficult getting him out of the house. THANK YOU from over here in Jersey!!

Thanks Mark. You are the best!!!! Fixed my watch in no time. Thank you!

Thanks Mark. I recently passed my watch obsession to my son. He purchased a Seiko 5 that was as close as he could get to a GS Snowflake. I couldn’t figure out how to size his bracelet for him, as I don’t own anything with this type of bracelet. I enjoy your videos with TGV, so it was nice to get advice from a familiar face.

Thank you Mark, just bought a new Lorus and your video has been invaluable

Very informative. Thank you! I just got a Seiko 5 7S26C and it was 2 links too big. I noticed the arrows and realized there had to be some info on how to adjust it. Found yours and it was what I needed!

That was very competently performed and honest. Thanks. I have my wife's Rotary here with a similar method but the tool required is so fine. Although I removed some links a few years ago I have almost totally forgotten how I did it. With all the force required you need to be confident that you have it correctly applied. Thanks a lot. BerryG

You're a godsend. This video helped me resized my watch bracelet without a problem, thank you!

Thanks Mark, this helped a bunch with my new Casio. Never would have figured it out with out messing it all up.

Removed 4 links from my seiko 5. Perfect and saves a trip to a jewellers. Thankyou.

Watched this video in 2021 for a job I needed to complete. Awesome!

I was told that my folded Linked bracelet was impossible to adapt, and just yesterday I search for videos to adapt them. Thank to you, I could do it at home without spending so much money.

Thank you thank you. I love to do these types of things myself and due to the clarity of your explanation, I did it!

Thanks this really helped as I just bought a lorus watch and it had these links, I removed them with ease thanks to your video.

Thanks for making this video super useful, just adjusted the watch size in less than 5 minutes...

First time I've had to adjust this kind of Seiko bracelet - very clear instructions.

I literally just watched this video and successfully resized my watch in less than 10 minutes...👏👍

thanks for the help, i can now say ive saved a couple of bux by sizing my watch myself instead of going to a watchmaker, thank you sir!