When it comes to watches, a perfect fit is essential for both comfort and style. Whether it’s a dressy timepiece or a rugged sports watch, getting the right size is crucial. If the band is too loose, the watch will feel sloppy and may even fall off. On the other hand, if it’s too tight, it can be uncomfortable and restrict blood flow. If your watch band is made of metal links, it is relatively easy to adjust the size at home. Here we will guide you through the necessary steps to remove links and achieve a perfect fit.
Before you begin, gather the necessary tools. You will need a small screwdriver or a watch repair kit that typically includes a pin removal tool. These kits are readily available online or at hardware stores. Once you have the tools and a well-lit workspace, you can start the process. First, identify the type of links your watch band has. There are two common types: screw links and pin links. Screw links have small screws that hold the links together, while pin links have small pins that can be pushed out. Determine the type of links you have to select the appropriate tool.
If your watch band has screw links, use a small screwdriver to carefully unscrew the screws. Be gentle and avoid overtightening. Once the screws are removed, the links can be separated. For pin links, use the pin removal tool. Insert the forked end of the tool into the hole on the side of the link and push the pin out. With the links separated, you can now remove the extra links to achieve the desired fit. When reassembling the band, make sure the arrows on the links are aligned correctly to ensure proper fit and functionality.
How To Take Links Off A Watch
If your watch is too big, you can remove links to make it smaller. This is a relatively easy task that can be done at home with a few basic tools.
Here are the steps on how to take links off a watch:
- Gather your tools. You will need a small screwdriver, a watch band pin remover tool, and a small hammer.
- Find the arrow on the side of the watch band link. This arrow will indicate which way to push the pin out.
- Place the watch band pin remover tool on the arrow and tap it gently with the hammer. The pin should start to come out.
- Continue tapping the pin until it is completely out.
- Repeat steps 2-4 for the other side of the watch band link.
- Once both pins are out, you can remove the watch band link.
- Repeat steps 2-6 for any other links that you need to remove.
- Once you have removed all of the necessary links, you can reattach the watch band to the watch.
