Aluminum tweezers for strap removal
€24,00
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Cinturini Artigianali
Aluminum tweezers for strap removal
€24,00
SKU: MS-IT-MST7011
Aluminum spring bar tool
The professional tool for removing leather, rubber, FKM and nylon straps. Balanced aluminum body, hardened stainless steel tips. Dual pin size (1.2 and 1.5mm) to cover most standard spring bars.
For straps only
Important: this tool is designed exclusively for leather/rubber/FKM/nylon straps. Do NOT use it to remove steel bracelets (Oyster, Jubilee, Engineer) — the lug geometry is different and you risk damaging the case. Metal bracelets require a dedicated Rolex screwdriver kit.
Pin sizes
1.2mm pin for thin spring bars (dress watches, small vintage, Lady). 1.5mm pin for standard spring bars (sport watches, modern watches, most of the catalog). The pins screw onto the tool body — replaceable in 5 seconds.
Specifications
- Body: balanced aluminum
- Pins: hardened stainless steel, 1.2mm + 1.5mm
- Compatibility: leather, rubber, FKM, nylon
- Do NOT use on: steel bracelets, integrated cases (Royal Oak, Nautilus)
Tip: before removing the strap, apply protective tape on the sides of the lugs to avoid accidental scratches.
316L machined steel
Pin Ø1.8mm
Straight profile
Lab tested 10,000 cycles
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Italy & EU
30-day return
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Atelier since 1984
Milan
Swiss Standard steel
316L · 10,000 cycles
Spedizione estimata in 2-3 giorni lavorativi
Estimated shipping: 2-3 business days (domestic), 7-9 days (European market), 15-21 days (international market).
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Strap. Spring bar. Tool. Care.
Domande Frequenti
The joy of little things
Have you ever wished you could change your watch strap as easily as you swap your shoes? Now you can.
Every strap we sell comes with built-in quick-release spring bars. The real joy is the instant transformation: with a flick of a finger, you can completely renew your watch's look. Go from a leather strap for the office to a silicone one for the gym in a heartbeat. It's the most satisfying way to play with your style.
Domande Frequenti
Do the 1.2mm and 1.5mm pins cover the spring bars of a Rolex Submariner and an Omega Seamaster?
Yes, both of these models use standard 1.5mm spring bars, so the larger pin is the correct one. The 1.2mm pin is mainly intended for slim dress watches, vintage pieces with small cases (under 36mm) or Lady lines such as the Cartier Tank or certain vintage Longines. If you are unsure about the size, always start with the 1.5mm — it is the most widespread format in the modern catalogue.
Why can't I use it on Oyster or Jubilee bracelets? I already have a similar tool I used on both.
The lug geometry on integrated steel bracelets (Oyster, Jubilee, Bracelet Engineer) is completely different from that of strap lugs: the spring bar pins are deeper, accessible from one side only, and often require axial rather than lateral pressure. Forcing this tweezer onto an Oyster bracelet can scratch the case shoulders or deform the spring bar itself, with a risk of breakage. For those bracelets you need a flat-blade screwdriver with a calibrated thickness, not a fork tweezer.
How do I replace the pins? How long do they last before wearing out?
The pins screw directly into the aluminium body — unscrew the fitted one, screw in the new one, a 5-second operation requiring no additional tools. Wear depends on use: a collector who swaps 2-3 straps per week can expect the tips to maintain correct geometry for several years, given that hardened stainless steel is significantly harder than the brass or mild steel pins found in entry-level tools. Visually inspect the tip every 6-12 months: if you notice tip deformation or irregularities in contact with the spring bar, it is time to replace it.
Does it work on NATO and ZULU straps with metal keepers? And on straps with screw bars?
For NATO and ZULU straps the process is different: these pass under the case and do not use removable spring bars in the same way — in many cases the strap can simply be slid off without tools. The tweezer is only useful if your watch mounts a classic spring bar even in a NATO-style configuration. For screw bars (common on Panerai and some Tudor models), this tool is not suitable: specific hex or slotted screwdrivers are required, as the retention mechanism is entirely different.
Does the aluminium body hold up well? Is there a risk of it bending when removing a particularly stiff spring bar?
The balanced aluminium body provides sufficient rigidity for the force required when removing standard spring bars — the pressure needed rarely exceeds 2-3 kg of lateral force, well within the structural limits of aluminium. The risk of deformation is practically zero under normal use. The advantage of aluminium over solid steel is the reduced weight, which improves manual control and lowers the risk of slipping and consequent case scratches. For particularly stiff or dirt-encrusted spring bars, apply a small amount of rhodium or isopropyl oil before proceeding.